134_14- Speakout Intermediate 2nd Tests with Key and script ( Audio)

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Overview of testing materials
The main purpose of the tests in 
Speakout 2nd Edition is to enable 
teachers to identify learners’ strengths 
and weaknesses, and assess whether 
remedial teaching is necessary. It is 
also envisaged that the tests will give 
learners a sense of progress and 
achievement that will motivate them to
continue learning. Speakout 2nd Edition
provides both teachers and learners 
with a comprehensive range of 
evaluation and testing materials.
Types of Test
There is a two-page Unit test for each 
unit of the Intermediate Students’ 
Book. These tests contain seven or 
eight exercises which focus on the 
specific grammar, vocabulary and 
functional language covered in that 
unit. The tests are deliberately short, 
and are designed to give both teachers 
and students immediate feedback on 
their understanding and assimilation of
the key language in each unit.
The four-page Achievement tests are 
placed at regular intervals, after every 
two units of the Students’ Book. The 
Achievement tests are more extensive 
than the Unit tests and are designed to 
check both language and skills 
development in the previous two or 
three units of the book. In addition to 
grammar, vocabulary and functional 
language, the Achievement tests 
include reading, listening and writing 
sections. 
The Achievement tests contain similar 
task types to those found in the 
Cambridge English main suite exams 
(Key, Preliminary, First and 
Advanced) and so can be used as an 
initial introduction to these exams.The 
four-page Mid-course and End of 
Course tests build on the Achievement
tests and are more extensive. They are 
designed to check the language and 
skills covered in each half of the 
Student’s Book. They also contain task
types from the Cambridge English 
main suite exams.
Test Administration
The time allocation given for each test 
is approximate and will depend on the 
strengths and weaknesses of each 
class. The suggested timings are:
 Unit Tests: 30 minutes
 Achievement Tests: 90-120 
minutes
 Mid and End of Course Tests: 
90-120 minutes
The Listening sections of the 
Achievement and Mid/End of Course 
tests should be administered first. Play 
each recording twice. Students are then
free to complete the rest of the test at 
their own pace.
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Marking and Grading
Most tasks test specific points. 
Students have to give the correct 
answer to get full marks. However, 
flexibility is built in so that credit can 
be given to answers that are not wholly
correct. For example, if a student 
makes a spelling mistake in a grammar
question, half marks could be given at 
your discretion. The important thing is 
to be consistent with the awarding of 
marks for all students.
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Overview of testing materials
The following scale of grading is 
suggested:
Very good A 90% +
Good pass B 80-89%
Borderline 
pass
C 70-79%
Fail F
Less 
than 
70%
The Unit tests are designed to check 
that students have understood and 
retained the language input from the 
unit. They should help you identify 
students who are struggling, but you 
will find that most students who have 
completed all of the course material 
achieve a good pass on the test.
Writing tasks 
There are two writing tasks in each of 
the Achievement tests and Mid/End of 
Course tests. The first task is designed 
to test the writing sub-skills taught in 
the Students’ Book, such as linking 
words. The second task allows students
to express themselves more freely in a 
piece of extended writing. 
The following assessment criteria are 
suggested when grading the final 
writing task: 
 accuracy and range of 
structures and vocabulary, 
including spelling: 
5 marks
 task achievement (relevant 
information) and text 
organisation (linking of ideas at
sentence and paragraph level): 
5 marks
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Speaking tasks 
No specific oral tests for assessing 
students’ speaking skills are included 
in the Speakout 2nd Edition tests. 
However, this can be done in the 
classroom in two ways: via ongoing 
assessment during freer speaking 
activities and/or formal assessment at 
regular intervals. Formal assessment 
can be carried out with students in 
groups of three. They can be given 
collaborative tasks, such as those 
provided in the Speakout sections of 
the Students’ Book. Teachers can 
monitor each group separately and 
award marks out of 10 according to the
following criteria:
 accuracy/range of language, 
including pronunciation:
3 marks
 fluency: speed and level of 
hesitation, use of linking 
devices: 
3 marks
 interaction: turn taking, 
initiating, responding and 
maintaining the conversation:
2 marks
 task achievement: conveying 
the message, coherence, the use
of relevant language and 
completion of the task:
2 marks
It is, of course, also possible to carry 
out one-to-one assessment of the 
students’ speaking skills if time allows.
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 Intermediate Unit test 1
Grammar
1 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 What b    she tell you just now? I hope it 
wasn’t anything bad.
a) has b) did c) were
2 you eaten lunch yet? If you haven’t, we 
could go somewhere together.
a) Did b) Have c) Do
3 Who  stole my bag? I’m sure it was on this 
chair just a moment ago.
a) - b) did c) has
4 you play the piano well or have you just 
started learning?
a) Has b) Have c) Do
5 did you say you were staying? The Grand 
Hotel?
a) Where b) When c) What
6 When they arriving? Is it today?
a) - b) are c) do
7 he forgotten his keys? Oh no! This isn’t the 
first time he’s left them at home.
a) Did b) Does c) Has
8 Who you usually depend on for help?
a) do b) are c) -
9 What happened to your car? Was there an 
accident?
a) did b) - c) was
10 they arrive on time last night?
a) Has b) Did c) Had
11 Claire economics at university when she 
first met Jackie.
a) studies b) studied c) was studying
10
2 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the verbs in brackets.
1 Sorry I didn’t answer the phone earlier. I was 
sleeping and didn’t hear it ring. (not answer / 
sleep)
2 Tim                                                             with his parents at the moment 
because he                                                             a job and can’t afford to 
live on his own. (live / not have)
3                                         you                                             that strange noise a few 
minutes ago? It                                                             like a baby crying. 
(hear / sound)
4 Their children all                                                             tennis very well 
now. They                                                             after their mother, who 
used to be a professional player. (play / take)
5 Adam                                                             at home when I called him. 
His mother said he                                                             a friend in 
hospital. (not be / visit)
6 I                                                             anything about Aunt Betty now 
because she                                                             to Canada when I was 
five. (not remember / move)
10
Vocabulary
3 Complete the words related to language.
1 The first time I used a foreign language outside of 
school was when I visited France with my family.
2 My Spanish teacher tells us that fluency is more 
important than a. She tells us not
to worry if we make mistakes, because we will 
learn from them.
3 Karin is b                                                                                . She has a British 
father and a Dutch mother and she is currently 
working as a translator in English and Dutch.
4 In addition to his m                                                                                
t                                                                                , Arabic, he speaks English, 
French and Spanish.
5 The s                                                                                you need to work on most 
is your writing. You need to improve your spelling
and punctuation.
6 A lot of students want to know slang or 
j                                                                                when they begin learning a 
language. They think it’s very interesting and 
useful.
5
4 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. There is one extra word you do not need.
boss classmate fiancé fiancée
member mentor partner
1 In our small company the boss and employees all 
work together and share an office. I think this is 
unusual.
2 How much did you say it costs to become a
of your local golf club?
3 My squash                                                                                 is very competitive 
and doesn’t like it when we lose a game.
4 Liane went to a school reunion last Saturday 
because she wanted to meet up with an old
. She said it was really great to see her and she 
looked exactly the same!
5 It was lovely to meet Beth and her
, Charles, and to hear about their engagement. Did
you know that they’ve decided to get married in 
Fiji, where they got engaged?
6 At our university, all first year students have a
who helps them adapt to student life. I think this is
a great idea.
5
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 Intermediate Unit test 1
5 Find and correct the mistakes. Tick () the 
correct sentences.
1 Suzanne and Thomas went got married in Vegas 
last year. It was such a lovely wedding and most 
of their relatives were there too.
2 Sam always does the housework on Friday 
mornings. He says it’s easier because the rest of 
the family is out at work.
3 Can you take me a favour and collect Ding-Lun 
from school today? I have to work late so I won’t 
be able to get there in time.
4 Are you going part in the athletics competition this
year? I think you should. It was so good last year 
and you never know – you might win!
5 He looked even more handsome when he started 
getting grey.
6 You need to take responsibility for yourself when 
you leave home and go to university. It might help
to learn how to cook.
5
6 Match 1–6 with a)–f) to complete the interview 
advice.
1 When you apply for a job always
make sure you send        a     
2 It’s important to shake hands                    
3 Don’t forget to speak                    
4 Employers like it when a job
candidate shows                    
5 Always be prepared to do                    
6 Remember to dress                    
a) references from previous employers.
b) clearly so that the interviewer can hear every 
word you say.
c) enthusiasm for the position and interest in the 
company.
d) some research on the company before you go to 
an interview. It’ll help you think of useful 
questions to ask.
e) firmly when you first meet the interviewer as it 
gives a good first impression.
f) smartly for an interview and to get your hair cut 
too.
5
Function
7 Complete the words in the sentences and 
questions.
1 A: So, before we finish – does anyone have any 
q u e s t i o n s?
B: Yes, actually. I have one q                                 . I 
wondered if you could tell me when the job starts.
2 A: What a                                         of your current job would 
you say you most enjoy?
B: Um, that’s a hard question. I s                                                 
I’d have to say I like the travelling best because it 
gives me the opportunity to experience other 
cultures.
3 A: There are a c                                         of things I’d like to 
ask about. F                                 , can you drive?
B: Yes, I got my driver’s licence five years ago.
4 A: Can I ask you about holidays?
B: Employees get three weeks a year. But one 
t                                 I’d like to say is that we also offer 
excellent health care.
6
8 Tick the correct response, a), b) or c).
1 Does the company have parking facilities?
a) Of course. 
b) No problem.
c) You’re welcome.
2 Could I ask you some questions about the training 
offered by the company?
a) Go ahead.
b) I see.
c) You’re correct.
3 So, the company will give me study leave. Is that 
right?
a) No problem.
b) That’s right.
c) You’re welcome.
4 We will expect you to work one Saturday every 
month.
a) Go ahead.
b) Yes, definitely.
c) I see.
5 Thank you for your time.
a) I understand.
b) No problem.
c) That’s right.
4
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 Intermediate Unit test 2
Grammar
1 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 I b    in a plane before so I am feeling a bit 
nervous about my flight.
a) have never flied
b) have never flown
c) didn’t fly
2 Sue                                             in a jazz band when she was 21.
a) sang
b) has sung
c) hasn’t sung
3 We first                                             Tamara at university in 2010. 
We were on the same degree programme.
a) have met
b) meeted
c) met
4 James                                             in the national hockey team for 
five years but stopped after he hurt his back.
a) has played
b) played
c) hasn’t played
5 They                                             a four-bedroom house in Wales.
a) have just bought
b) have bought recently
c) already bought
6 Who                                             the match on Saturday? Do you 
know?
a) has won
b) did win
c) won
7 Can we watch something else? I                                             this 
film twice.
a) saw already
b) ’ve already seen
c) just seen
8 You said you’ve been to South America. How 
interesting! Where                                             ?
a) did you go
b) have you gone
c) have you been yet
9 They                                             on a cruise before so they’re really
excited about their holiday 
a) already went
b) never went
c) ’ve never been
10 When I first saw Coldplay, they weren’t famous. 
They                                             a long way since then.
a) came
b) have come
c) didn’t come
11 I’m sorry, I                                             . I’ll do that later when I 
have some free time.
a) have already contacted him
b) haven’t contacted him yet
c) just contacted him
10
2 Complete the sentences with the correct past 
form of the verb in brackets.
1 It was the most beautiful beach he    ’d ever seen           
and the perfect place to spend their honeymoon. 
(see)
2 As soon as she closed the door, she                                                             
she                                                             her house keys on the table. 
(remember / leave)
3 While we                                                             for the taxi to arrive, we
all the windows were closed.
(wait / check)
4 By the time they                                                             to the station, the 
train                                                             . (get / go)
5 As she                                                             over the bridge, the car in 
front swerved and nearly                                                             into the 
river. (drive / fall)
6 While I                                                             the joke, I suddenly realised 
I                                                             theending! (tell / forget)
10
Vocabulary
3 Complete the types of film stories in the 
sentences.
1 Liz enjoys romantic comedies because she thinks 
they are fun to watch and likes films about people 
falling in love.
2 I love watching p                                                            d                                                        . I’m 
very interested in history and I love old-fashioned 
costumes.
3 Did you see the b                                                            on Gandhi’s life? It
was really interesting. I had no idea he had studied
at university in London.
4 Lee says his favourite films are p                                                        
t                                                        because they focus on the mental 
and emotional states of the characters so you 
never know what is going to happen.
5 Tim never watches d                                                        movies as he 
thinks there are already too many stories of 
terrible things that have happened, like 
earthquakes and plane crashes, on the news.
6 Pru often watches m                                                        . She likes to try 
and solve the murders before the detectives do.
5
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 Intermediate Unit test 2
4 Complete the text with the correct prepositions.
I was in France 1 on business last year when I met an
old school friend, Pierre, 2                                         chance. It was 
great to see him but I was 3                                         a bit of a hurry 
so we swapped numbers and arranged to meet up the
next day. The meeting I was going to was 4                                        
the afternoon but I was running late so I called a 
taxi. While I was waiting, I spotted a Dutch 
colleague, Suus. She was also staying at the hotel 
5                                         her own and was going to the same 
meeting. She kindly offered me a lift and we both 
arrived 
6                                         time. During the journey we had a lovely 
chat and 7                                         the end, we arranged to have 
dinner together.
6
5 Complete the sentences using one word from 
box A and one from box B. 
A
demonstration earthquake floods
fugitive hostages pay
B
armed destroyed hit released
strike violent
1 The big earthquake that hit California lasted five 
seconds.
2 Thousands of homes were                                                             by
after days of heavy rain.
3 Police are telling people to be cautious because an
is on the run.
4 The anti-war                                                             turned                                                             
when it reached the city centre.
5 Ten                                                             have now been                                                             
from the plane by the terrorists.
6 10,000 workers have gone on                                                             over
.
5
6 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of say or tell.
1 When you             say                   ‘hello’ you should smile.
2 If Dad starts                                                             us the same joke he told
us last week, please stop him.
3 The best time to                                                             a scary story is at 
night, sitting around a campfire with friends.
4 When he                                                             sorry I knew he meant it.
5 Please just                                                             what you mean! I don’t 
understand what is going on.
4
Function
7 Put the sentences of the story (a–k) into the 
correct order. 
a) The people in my carriage were really friendly so 
I started talking with them.
b) I had quite an adventure when I was travelling in 
Italy for work last summer.
c) He also called the school I was visiting and spoke
to the headteacher to explain what had happened.
d) Before long, I found out that the train didn’t stop 
at the place I was going to.
e) Anyway, I had no idea that there was a delay with
the previous train that was due at the same 
platform.
f) She introduced herself with a big smile and we 
laughed about my little adventure before getting 
into her car.
g) When I finally arrived at my destination, the 
headteacher was already there waiting for me at 
the station.
h) Fortunately, another passenger told me where to 
get off and what train to catch from there.
i) So, when a train arrived at my platform a minute 
early I thought it was the one I wanted and I got 
on it.
j) I was in a new town so I checked on the train and 
waited at the platform I needed.
k) Well, you can imagine that this was quite 
worrying.
1        b          5                         9                        
2                         6                         10                        
3                         7                         11                        
4                         8                        
10
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 Intermediate Unit test 3
Grammar
1 Underline the correct alternative.
1 A: I ’ m having /will have a party tonight. Do you 
want to come?
B: I’d love to. What time is it going to/might it 
start?
2 A: Mel will travel/is travelling around Italy for 
work next month. Lucky thing!
B: Might she go to/Will she visit Rome?
A: Yes, I think she ’s staying/won’t stay there for 
a few days when she first arrives.
3 A: What are you going to/will you do tomorrow?
B: I might not/’m going to do anything! I’m so 
tired, I think I ’ll just relax/’m relaxing.
4 A: I’m so excited because our team won our
semi-final match and so we ’re playing/might play
in the finals on Saturday. 
B: That’s fantastic! Well, let me know what time 
it starts and I ’ll/’m going to bring the boys along 
to watch.
A: OK then. I ’m checking/’ll check with the 
coach when I see him later and let you know by 
text.
10
2 Complete the predictions with the words and 
phrases in the box. 
could be going to (x2) may not
not going to probably unlikely will (x3)
won’t
1 Tom won’t be there yet. Let’s face it, he’s 
always late.
2 A: So, do you think it’s likely you get the
job?
B: Well, it’s . Over 500 people have 
applied and I guess they’re looking for 
someone with more experience than me.
3 I really don’t like the look of those black clouds. 
I’m sure there’s be a big storm very 
soon.
4 Mia’s doing very well at school. I hope she
continue her studies at university. I’m sure she
make an excellent teacher.
5 We be able to sell our house in the 
current weak economic climate but we’re 
try. We lucky and find the right buyer. 
You never know!
6 I’m sorry but I’m be at work this week. 
The doctor said I have ’flu and must stay at home.
10
Vocabulary
3 Rearrange the letters to complete the sentences 
to do with organisation.
1 Diane uses her time wisely (liywes) and makes a 
list of all the things she needs to get done at the 
beginning of each day.
2 My daughter tends to get (seatcitddr) 
very easily when doing her homework. She
(sawtes) a lot of time on social networking sites 
when she should be studying.
3 I tend to do things (adeha) of time so that
I always meet the (deeldain) set on a 
project.
4 When you have a lot of tasks to do, it’s best to
(tripierios) them so you complete the most 
important ones first.
5
4 Find and correct the mistakes. Tick () the 
correct sentences.
1 I think the way we work willchange a lot in the 
next ten years time.
2 The short term, it is expected that wages will stay 
low.
3 Robots could play an important part in our lives in
perhaps ten to twenty years time.
4 Don’t worry, you’ll get your exam results in a day 
or two.
5 We may all work from home in near future as it is 
likely that companies will want to reduce office 
costs.
4
5 Complete the idioms with one word.
1 They were running out of time and only had three 
minutes to score a goal.
2 He didn’t say he had a new job. He’s such a dark
!
3 Can you keep an on the kids while I cook
dinner?
4 These days children find using computers a piece 
of .
5 I’ll give you a with your suitcase – it 
looks very heavy.
6 Mia wants to get out of the race. She says
it’s too competitive and stressful.
7 Golf isn’t my of tea. I prefer tennis.
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 Intermediate Unit test 3
6 Put the words in the correct order to make 
sentences.
1 missed / the / because / date / got / I / the / I / party
/ wrong.
 I missed the party because I got the date 
wrong.
2 concert / 7.30 / started / left / we / at / because / 
thought / home / at / we / the / 8.
 
 
 
 
 
 
3 answered / didn’t / me / door / he / when / the / 
Cesar / recognise / at first.
 
 
 
 
 
 
4 realise / prepare / was / meeting / as / I / I / didn’t /
didn’t / presentation / the / the / today.
 
 
 
 
 
 
5 told / wrong / were / same / after / two / with / I / 
was / the / calling / the / number / there / that / 
hotels / name.
 
 
 
 
 
 
6 to / had / see / who / at / party / but / was / it / 
different / I / old / my / expected / Dan / the / 
schoolfriend / a / Dan / came.
 
 
 
 
 
 
5
Function
7 Complete the conversation with the correct 
answer, a), b) or c).
A: Hello, I’m just calling to ask what time check-in 
is. I have a booking for today in the name of 
James Chang.
B: I’m sorry sir, but we don’t have a reservation in 
that name and I’m afraid we’re fully booked for 
the next week.
A: Sorry, can you 1 b that again?
B: I said I’m afraid we don’t have a reservation for 
you and we’re fully booked.
A: Do you mean 2 that the double room I 
booked for the week isn’t available? I don’t 
3 what you’re saying.
B: I’m sorry sir, but we have no record of your 
booking. Are you sure you’re at this hotel?
A: Did you 4 me if I’d called the wrong 
hotel? I 5 booked a room for today, the 
16th of August. Do you really think I don’t know 
which hotel I booked a room at?
B: I’m sorry sir, what I 6 was that 
sometimes people make this mistake.
A: So, you’re 7 that although I’ve got a 
reservation number for a double room from 
August 16th to 23rd at the Hotel Sheraldon, I 
don’t actually have a room.
B: Sorry sir, I didn’t 8 what you said at the 
end – it’s a very bad line. Could you 9 the
last part please?
A: I said I booked a room at the Hotel Sheraldon 
from August 16th to 23rd.
B: Ah, so you’re booked in at the Sheraldon!
A: What exactly do you 10 ?
B: Well, we’re the Charlton Hotel, not the 
Sheraldon. In other words, your booking is with a 
different hotel!
A: You’ve 11 me! Do I have a room or not?
B: Well, yes, sir, you do – let me give you the 
number for the Hotel Sheralton …
1 a) speak b) say c) tell
2 a) say b) saying c) to say
3 a) mean b) get c) take
4 a) ask b) tell c) check
5 a) generally b) definitely c) finally
6 a) meant b) understood c) spoke
7 a) telling b) talking c) saying
8 a) listen b) take c) catch
9 a) repeat b) say c) speak
10 a) need b) mean c) say
11 a) missed b) lost c) caught
10
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Grammar
1 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 I b    to go to bed early tonight because I’m 
catching a flight to Majorca at 6.30a.m.
a) used b) have c) would
2 If my boss asks why I want the day off, what
I say? Let’s face it, I don’t want him to know I 
have an interview for a new job.
a) should b) wouldn’t c) must
3 You’re very lucky you                                         work at 
weekends. I usually do and it’s really not much 
fun!
a) mustn’t b) shouldn’t c) don’t have to
4 The doctor told herthat she                                         carry 
anything heavy for three months after the 
operation. He said it would be dangerous.
a) should b) mustn’t c) didn’t have to
5 They                                         invest in that company. It isn’t 
doing very well at the moment and they might 
lose all their money.
a) must b) shouldn’t c) don’t have to
6 I was really surprised when I was told I                                         
go for a second interview. I thought they would 
make their decision after the first round of 
interviews.
a) should b) have to c) had to
7 When you get to the security control in the airport,
you                                         take off your shoes and belt.
a) has to b) have to c) shouldn’t
8 We                                         hold another meeting so we can 
discuss which employees will lose their jobs next 
month.
a) have to b) had to c) mustn’t
9 You                                         enjoy your job but it helps if you do.
After all, we spend so many years of our lives 
working!
a) must b) should c) don’t have to
10 Do you think I                                         tell him why I don’t 
want to go out with him? Is it a good idea?
a) should b) had to c) don’t have to
11 I                                         lose some weight before June. I 
bought a beautiful dress for Sheila and Lee’s 
wedding but it’s a bit tight and I don’t want to be 
uncomfortable.
a) had to b) don’t have to c) must
10
2 Complete the text with one word in each gap.
When I was young, I never realised how my 
childhood was different to those of my friends. But I
do now. Their dads all 1 worked in the UK but mine 
always worked abroad. As a child, I 2                                         very 
happy and I didn’t mind the fact that Dad 3                                         
always at home. In fact, I 4                                         use to think 
about it very much. We never 5                                         to see him 
for months but when we 6                                         school holidays 
or a long weekend, my mum, my sister and I 7
always go and stay with him. I 8                                         to love 
visiting him and I clearly remember all the countries
he worked in. As a child, I 9                                         a lot of 
countries and I loved them all. Every time we went 
to see Dad, it 10                                         be an adventure because 
we always 11                                         out about a new place.
10
Vocabulary
3 Match 1–6 with a)–f) to match the personal 
qualities with their descriptions.
1 Christina is so competitive that she c 
2 Tina is very indecisive. She                    
3 Ben always does his best                    
4 Kim is a good communicator                    
5 In his job, Phil needs to think outside
 the box                    
6 Linda loves being a risk taker                   
a) and everyone enjoys her presentations.
b) and says the danger makes life exciting.
c) always has to come first.
d) and is very hard-working.
e) can never make up her mind.
f) and creatively solve problems.
5
4 Underline the correct alternative.
1 Jim’s just lost his work/job.
2 Have you ever heard/listened a lion roar?
3 Why didn’t you remember/remind me to buy some
milk?
4 I’ve forgotten/left my wallet at home!
5 Sandra’s birthday party was great funny/fun. I 
really enjoyed it!
6 If you hear/listen to the radio everyday, your 
English will improve.
5
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5 Complete the extreme adjectives.
1 Their new house has five bedrooms and three 
bathrooms, and the downstairs area is absolutely 
enormous.
2 It’s a w                                                                                place. The people are 
really friendly and the food is amazing! I know 
you’ll love it.
3 If I were you, I’d wear a warm coat. It might look 
sunny but it’s actually f                                                                                outside.
4 I’m so excited about Marielle’s dinner party next 
week. She’s such a great cook and her food is 
always so d                                                                                .
5 I’m not surprised you’re e                                                                                – 
you’ve just run a marathon! Come and sit down 
and try and get your energy back.
6 The film was so a                                                                                that I walked 
out after ten minutes. That type of movie just isn’t
my cup of tea. 
5
6 Underline the correct alternative, a), b) or c).
1 After three months of being out of                    b                  , I 
was starting to feel depressed. I needed to find a 
job – and soon.
a) job b)    work       c) salary
2 Joel works at the company’s Paris office and is in
of a team of twenty.
a) work b) competition c) charge
3 My brother has                                                                                 his own IT 
company for over ten years and is about to go 
international with it.
a) worked b) charged c) run
4 He was so excited about starting his own company
that he never thought his business
might fail.
a) idea b) interview c) competition
5 In my opinion, a high                                                                                 is not the 
most important thing about a job. Job satisfaction 
is more important than money.
a) charge b) salary c) leader
6 We weren’t surprised to hear Alan got
by our boss last week. He always turned up late 
and never seemed to do much work when he was 
here.
a) work b) fired c) charged
5
Function
7 Complete the conversation with the phrases in 
the box.
a good idea First of all good point
Let’s focus Let’s sum moving on
not sure OK by really feel that
way I see we need to
A: OK, so we’re going to decide on where to 
open our new office. 1 First of all, I need to 
decide on the location. Then we’ll discuss the
number of new staff we’ll need.
B/C: OK.
A: Right. 2                                                                                 on the ideas we 
have for location. Last time we discussed 
Cardiff and Bristol, but we need to decide 
between them.
B: I 3                                                                                 Cardiff would be a nicer 
place for our office. I know it is a smaller 
city but it is developing fast as an area for 
small businesses.
C: Hmm. I’m 4                                                                                 that I agree, 
actually. I really feel that Bristol would be 
better. The 
5                                                                             it is that Bristol is much 
bigger and will give us the most custom.
A: It’s also closer to the main motorways and is 
only a few hours from London.
B: That’s a 6                                                                                 .
A: So, shall we say we’ll look into the office 
we’ve seen in Bristol?
B/C: Yes, OK.
A: Good. So, 7                                                                                 to the next 
point, how many staff are we going to need?
C: Hmm. I think to begin with we should 
employ fifteen people to cover our basic 
needs.
B: I’m not sure that’s 8                                                                                 . We 
talked about some of our London staff 
moving to the new office. So, I really feel we
should start with less.
A: I agree. I think 9                                                                                 consider 
salaries. What about employing five new 
people first?
B/C: That’s 10                                                                                 me.
A: So, are we all agreed? 11up 
what we’ve decided. We’re going to open 
our new office in Bristol and employ five 
new members of staff. Is that right?
B/C: Yes, I think so. That’s right.
10
Total: 50
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Grammar
1 Complete the sentences with the correct 
comparative or superlative form of the 
adjective in brackets.
1 Technology is much more important in today’s 
world. It has also made the world a much smaller 
place than it used to be. (important / small)
2 It’s far to fly by plane these days and
it is also one of ways to travel.
(cheap / safe)
3 His marks in the last test were slightly
in maths, but much in English. (low /
high)
4 The new restaurant was a lot than we
expected but now we know why. Their food was
we’ve ever tasted. (busy / delicious)
5 Our new car is a little bit than the 
last one and is also a lot to drive. 
(economical / easy)
6 I’m not sure if this is way to get to 
their house but it certainly is a much 
one because of the scenery. (quick / good)
10
2 Write the correct question tag.
1 You already know my brother James, don’t you?
2 Catherine didn’t call you last night, ?
3 You haven’t cancelled our hotel yet, 
?
4 Margaret hasn’t passed her driving test, 
 ?
5 Richard wasn’t working in South Africa then,
?
6 Pablo’s getting the 10.30 train from Waterloo,
?
7 Susan and Michael aren’t coming to the wedding,
?
8 You knew I wouldn’t be able to get here early,
?
9 The rest of the class will be at the concert 
tomorrow, ?
10 Zhen’s already finished university, 
?
11 The police will never tell anyone about this,
?
10
Vocabulary
3 Complete the sentences with words and 
phrases related to technology.
1 In fifty years’ time, space travel could become a 
popular holiday option for many people around 
the world.
2 If you live in the UK and are 65 or over, your 
doctor can give you a free flu v .
3 C s receive and send 
data quickly from one place to another. They 
make it possible for us to connect with people all 
around the world.
4 A are a powerful type of medicine 
that help our bodies fight against a lot of different 
types of infection.
5 S p is created from the 
sun’s energy and is a clean form of energy which 
produces no pollution.
6 One day, g e may make 
it possible to design babies that are free from 
inherited disease.
5
4 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. There are two extra words you do not 
need.
argue debate inquire look into
quarrel reply research wonder
1 Do you ever wonder how humans began to create 
a spoken language with grammatical structures?
2 I watched a fascinating on 
nuclear power last night on Channel Four. The 
arguments given by those in favour of it and those
against it really made me think.
3 The company said that customer services would
the complaints they have had about poor service.
4 After their , my two brothers 
refused to talk to each other. It made life at home 
very difficult.
5 Why didn’t you to any of my 
text messages? Have I done something wrong?
6 He’s doing into the long-term 
health effects of spending hours sitting at a desk in
front of a computer.
5
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5 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 After completing his undergraduate degree in 
biological sciences he decided to continue his 
studies and research animal behaviour.
BIOLOGY
2 The more he looked into the situation, the more he
realised how it was. There really
was no solution.
HOPE
3 He lied when he told the doctor that the injury 
wasn’t . He just didn’t want to 
take any medication.
PAIN
4 Her house was so that we 
decided to help her tidy it up. It took most of the 
week but in the end, it was worth it.
MESS
5 She designed a very system to 
keep
a record of the overtime worked by employees at 
the factory.
EFFECT
6 Please could I speak to the person who is
for dealing with customer complaints?
RESPONSE
5
6 Complete the sentences using one word from 
Box A and one from Box B. 
Box A
break computer memory out
strange switching
Box B
crashed down noise off order stick
1 Your car seems to break down quite often. Maybe 
it’s time to get a new one.
2 Why does your computer keep making that
? I think you need to get it sorted out.
3 I’m sorry sir, the lift is of
at the moment. I’m afraid you’ll have to use
the stairs.
4 Oh no! My has again. I 
hope
I haven’t lost the document I was working on.
5 Have you tried it and 
on again? My printer often works fine after I do 
that.
6 I’d suggest you save a copy of that onto a
as a backup.
5
Function
7 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 Could you tell me a ?
a) what the time is
b) what’s the time
c) what time is it
2 Could you your car for the weekend?
a) borrow me
b) lend me
c) give to me
3 Do you know nearest garage is?
a) where is the
b) where
c) where the
4 Would you me a taxi?
a) mind to book
b) to mind booking
c) mind booking
5 Could you tell me ?
a) where the bank is
b) where is the bank
c) where to get to the bank
6 Do you know what time ?
a) does the bakery open
b) is the bakery open
c) the bakery opens
7 hold the line, please?
a) Could you 
b) Do you 
c) Would you mind
8 Could you tell me who to?
a) I should speaking
b) should I speak
c) I should speak
9 Do you know delayed?
a) if the plane is
b) when does the plane
c) if the plane has
10 Could you this machine works?
a) show me how does
b) show me how
c) show me does
11 Do you know to the post office?
a) where to get 
b) how to get
c) how do you get
10
Total: 50
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Grammar
1 Underline the correct alternative.
1 If I’ll see/see him, I’ll tell you.
2 When I will feel/feel tired, I usually take a long 
bath to relax.
3 Louis loves walking on the beach when it ’ll be/’s 
sunny.
4 Liz’ll be disappointed if you won’t/don’t turn uptonight.
5 What will/do you usually do when you’re 
frightened?
6 Chris always shouts at people when he ’s/’d be 
very angry.
7 We are/’ll be very surprised if they don’t win the 
competition.
8 When people will lose/lose their jobs, they often 
worry about finding a new one.
9 They don’t/won’t pass the exam unless they study 
harder.
10 If they invite/’ll invite you to their wedding, will 
you go?
11 If I ’m/’ll be happy, I usually laugh a lot and try 
and make other people laugh too. 
10
2 Find and correct the mistakes in the 
hypothetical conditional sentences below. Tick 
() the correct sentences.
1 Where would you live if you have accepted the 
promotion to the Italian office?
2 It would being great if we travelled around Asia 
for a month in the summer.
3 If Simon lost some weight, he could fit into his 
favourite suit.
4 What would you do if you will win a million 
dollars on the lottery?
5 How could you feel if I asked you to come to Kim 
and Don’s wedding with me?
6 If my computer crashes, I’d call a friend and ask 
him to help fix it.
7 If you helped me carry my shopping, I’d be very 
happy.
8 James won’t like it if you invited his
ex-girlfriend but didn’t tell him.
9 I would be able to get out more if I could 
borrowed your car when you’re not using it.
10 We would have to cancel the barbecue if it is 
rained.
11 Rosie would learn to play the piano if she had 
more free time.
10
Vocabulary
3 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the words in the box. 
annoy confuse embarrass
relax satisfy worry
1 Their science teacher was very annoyed about 
their bad behaviour during class and made them 
stay late after school.
2 Some people believe that we shouldn’t be so
about climate change. They don’t think it’s really 
happening.
3 It was really when I introduced my 
boss to everyone at the meeting but got his name 
wrong.
4 Our art teacher said she was with the
paintings we had done during our summer 
holidays.
5 The instructions for the new television are really 
hard to understand. I’m more now 
than I was to begin with. 
6 I love going to Tai Chi classes because they are so
after a stressful day at the office.
5
4 Underline the correct answer, a), b), c) or d).
1 Please take c your shoes and leave them by the 
door.
a) on b) up c) off d) down
2 Tania and Kate get really well and have 
been best friends since school.
a) off b) on c) down d) up
3 John tried to chat Kim but she wasn’t 
interested in him.
a) on b) down c) up d) off
4 If you click the icon there, you’ll be able 
to download the document you want.
a) down b) up c) off d) on
5 You don’t need to dress for the barbecue.
It’s going to be a relaxed event.
a) up b) off c) on d) down
6 Do you feel ready to settle and start a 
family? I’m not sure I do.
a) off b) up c) down d) on
5
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5 Put the words in the correct order to make 
sentences. 
1 watching / as / I / enjoy / am / wildlife / 
programmes / I / a / biologist.
I enjoy watching wildlife programmes as I am a 
biologist.
2 bus / so / get / when / the / I / it’s / busy /
get / I / home / can’t / usually / a / that / seat.
 
 
 
 
3 surprised / jumped / the / Neil /
no one / people / was / when / that / complained / 
queue.
 
 
 
 
4 to / marathon / for / Carla / raise / cancer /
is / the / running / money / research.
 
 
 
 
5 hair / by / Janet / mum’s / one / her / to / cut /
of / used / get / her / friends.
 
 
 
 
6 a / school / for / Saturday / new / holding / a /
raise / sale / the / local / money / is / plant /
on / to / bus.
 
 
 
 
 
 
5
6 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. There are two extra words you do not 
need.
course doing give making place
promoted split tone
1 Ian found it difficult to tell everyone that he had 
split up with his partner because he was feeling 
very sad about it.
2 When were we training to become police officers, 
we were told how to give bad news without
people too upset.
3 When Pauline told us she was getting
to area manager, we were all really happy for her.
4 Have you heard the news yet? Hamish has got a
at Cambridge University! He’s going to study 
chemistry.
5 From the of the nurse’s voice, I 
knew that the test results were not good.
6 We heard that the company was moving its offices
abroad but our boss couldn’t any
reasons why.
5
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Function
7 Complete the conversations with one word in 
each gap.
1 A: You’ll never guess what. Isamar and Sabih got 
married in Vegas!
B: Wow! What a surprise!
2 A: Bad news, I’m a . We’re 
going to have to close the London office.
B: You’re j ! Why?
3 A: We’ve got s to tell you. 
We’ve just got engaged.
B: That’s wonderful! I’m so p 
for you both.
4 A: I’m sto have to tell you, but 
your sister was in an accident and is being taken 
to hospital. 
B: Oh no! That’s t !
A: Please don’t worry, her injuries are not serious.
5 A: I’ve got some g news.
B: Really? What?
A: I’ve been offered a job at Princeton University!
B: Wow! C ! That’s fantastic! 
6 A: Unfortunately, I’m not going to be able to 
come to your party next weekend.
B: Oh, that’s a s . Why not?
A: Well, you know that painting competition I 
entered. I won! So I have to go to London on 
Saturday.
B: That’s brilliant! Well d !
10
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Grammar
1 Write sentences using the present perfect 
simple or continuous. 
1 She / work / in Japan / for six years.
She’s been working in Japan for six years.
2 I / not see her / since the summer holidays.
 
 .
3 What / you / do / all morning?
?
4 I / always / enjoy / swimming in the sea.
.
5 She / listen to / the same song all day.
.
6 We / learn / Chinese / for two years.
.
7 How long / he / be an engineer?
?
8 He / not meet / my parents / before.
.
9 Yasuko / plan / to visit Canada for years.
.
10 We / wait / for you for more than an hour.
.
11 How long / you / know Martina for?
?
10
2 Find and correct the mistakes. Tick () the 
correct sentences.
1 Do you think he can to play the guitar well? 
2 He is able to speak three languages by the time he 
was fifteen years old.
3 Did you manage speak to your parents about the 
ski trip?
4 Gina wasn’t able to meeting us in Paris because 
her flight was cancelled.
5 Could you hearing what they were saying from the
back of the class?
6 Were they able to getting in touch with you by 
email?
7 Do you managed to do exercise three times a 
week?
8 Are those the people who weren’t able to get 
tickets for tonight’s concert?
9 I’m not always able to visit my parents at the 
weekend.
10 Unfortunately, she wasn’t able to getting to the 
station in time to catch the last train.
11 Do you able to help me look after their house for 
the weekend?
10
Vocabulary
3 Rearrange the letters to complete the sentences 
to do with success.
1 I find it’s easier to focus (ofusc) on my studies if I 
go to the library because it’s so quiet there.
2 Chian was really excited when he was offered the
(nypopoitrtu) to study at a European university for
a year.
3 Usain Bolt is a (scoldlawrs) runner 
and everyone expects him to win more gold 
medals.
4 It can take years to (earmst) a sport 
like golf.
5 Fatima is a high (vreiceha) and is 
always top of the class.
6 Ian has always shown a natural 
(nettla) for acting.
5
4 Underline the correct answer, a), b), c) or d).
1 Does anyone know who the red van parked 
outside belongs b ?
a) for b) to c) with d) on
2 He’s one of my best friends and I know I can 
always rely him when I need help.
a) with b) on c) in d) for
3 Stop laughing me. You’re making me 
feel embarrassed and it’s really not funny.
a) in b) for c) at d) to
4 Do you have enough money to pay a taxi 
home?
a) with b) about c) on d) for
5 I don’t have much in common John so 
it’s difficult spending time with him.
a) with b) for c) in d) about
6 Duncan works very hard at his studies and puts
a lot of hours.
a) for b) to c) on d) in
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5 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 I may be useless at doing sports but I can play 
three musical instruments and I can sing quite 
well.
USE
2 You’re right. He has a lot of artistic
. He should get into the art college of his choice.
ABLE
3 Did you see the last competition she played in? 
She’s such a tennis player that 
she won all her matches.
SKILL
4 Henryk is really at languages 
and can speak English, Polish, Spanish and 
Chinese fluently.
TALENT
5 Mary is at organising events so 
we need to find someone else to help us plan the 
party.
HOPE
6 Evelyn is such a musician. It’s 
not surprising that she has won many music prizes
in her long career.
GIFT
5
6 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. 
apprenticeship certificate degree
distance licence online
1 Alice has got a degree in economics from 
the University of Toronto and an MA in finance 
from UCL.
2 I wasn’t given my during the 
graduation ceremony. It was sent in the post a few
weeks later.
3 After we moved house I nearly forgot to update 
my address on my driving .
4 Tim has just started a(n) course 
in accounting and says it’s a really good to way to 
fit in his studies with work.
5 Many universities now offer 
learning courses so that people can continue 
working and study from home in their free time.
6 If you got a(n) with our 
company, you’d work four days a week with us 
and go to college every Friday.
5
Functions
7 Complete the conversations with the words in 
the box. There are two extra words you do not 
need.
agree another do example for in like
must one reason said way what
1 A: We need someone with good qualifications 
who won’t need too much training.
B: I 1 do think we should choose someone 
who has a university degree. Having 2 
that, I think it’s important that they already have 
some work experience too.
A: Exactly. That’s 3 I was saying.
2 A: Well, I 4 say I’m very disappointed 
with this restaurant. I was expecting it to be a lot 
better than this. For 5 thing, the waiters 
are very slow…
B: 6 my view, it’s the food that’s their 
biggest problem. My vegetables weren’t cooked 
and the chicken was cold.
3 A: Mr Sanchez of MT Motors has suggested we 
work together on our next marketing campaign.
B: Mmm…I’m not sure that that is a very good 
idea. The 7 I say this is that they have a 
very different market to us and the last time we 
worked with them it didn’t benefit our company at
all.
8 me, it would be more practical for us to 
politely decline their offer and to focus on how we
can best grow our business independently.
4 A: I prefer face-to-face learning. 
B: I 9 . It’s more efficient. For 10 ,
you can get your questions answered immediately 
by your tutor. 
A: And you get to meet your classmates and go 
out with them after lectures so they become 
friends too. It’s far more social and fun. You can 
really connect with people.
B: 11I said, face-to-face learning is much
better. I’m so glad I decided to come to university 
instead of doing a distance learning degree. I love 
meeting up like this.
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Grammar
1 Underline the correct alternative.
1 I love –/the cats, but I wouldn’t like to have a/the 
dog.
2 A/An city I’d really like to visit is the/– Budapest 
in Hungary.
3 Is that a/the girl who lives in the/a flat next to 
yours?
4 We saw the/a beautiful house in a/the South of 
France but it didn’t have the/a very big garden.
7
2 Find and correct the mistakes. Tick () the 
correct sentences.
1 The secret of a healthy life is to walk a lots and eat
a little bit of everything.
2 Unfortunately, no of the people working at the 
station understood English and I only knew a bit 
of Italian.
3 I’ve read a few of his science fiction novels but 
not all of them.
4 Don’t worry. You won’t miss your flight. We’ve 
got plenty time to get to the airport.
5 If you want some help, give Colin a call. He will 
help you in any of way he can.
6 Simon’s problem is that he eats too many cakes 
and enough fruit.
7 All of the students in my class are really friendly 
and we often spend a lot of time together at 
weekends.
6
3 Complete the sentences with a relative 
pronoun. 
1 He doesn’t get enough exercise, which 
explains why he’s always so tired.
2 Is he the man son is working in 
Seattle?
3 That’s the restaurant we went for my
dad’s birthday.
4 My cousin, lives in Scotland, has 
invited us to her new house next month.
5 Many people use the internet for more than three 
hours a day, can cause stress.
6 In this photo, you can see the exact moment
they won the match.
7 Our hotel in Las Vegas, had 24-hour 
room service, had over 1000 bedrooms!
8 When I was in London, I met an artist
painting of the Queen was displayed in the 
National Portrait Gallery.
7
Vocabulary
4 Match 1–6 with a)–f).
1 Since we moved house, we’ve got c 
2 The noise of the cars at night gets 
3 When my neighbour invited me 
4 Judi’s settling in well at school and
is making 
5 Jane was only trying to be friendly,
but Ben told her to mind 
6 I think I’m lucky as I get on 
a) friends with some of her classmates.
b) her own business.
c) to know quite a few of our neighbours.
d) over for tea and cake, I couldn’t say no.
e) well with most people I work with, which makes 
every day enjoyable.
f) on my nerves and it can be really hard getting to 
sleep.
5
5 Complete the sentences with the words in the box.
There are two extra words you do not need.
car estate house market shop
shopping streets traffic
1 Every Saturday afternoon my mum goes to the 
local outdoor market to buy fruit and vegetables 
for the week.
2 Hugo is very happy because he’s just bought a 
semi-detached five minutes 
away from where he works.
3 Did you know that a new industrial
is being built on the edge of the city?
4 The lights seemed to stay red for
a very long time. It was rather frustrating as I was 
late for work.
5 Before we left the airport we went to the duty-free
to buy some perfume for my aunt.
6 If you have never driven in this city before, it can 
be quite confusing as there are a lot of one-way
. 
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6 Complete the words related to the internet.
1 For me, the best way to book a holiday is through 
an online travel site. It’s so quick and easy to do 
these days. 
2 Almost everyone who looks for information online
uses s e to direct them 
to the best sites.
3 Demi spends hours on s 
n s writing messages to 
her friends and commenting on their posts. 
4 Before Niara buys any electrical product, she 
always goes to r s to 
see what scores people have given the products 
she’s interested in.
5 Elisa spent most of the weekend creating a 
p h of her own so she 
could share facts about herself.
6 After being single for many years, Jeff decided to 
join a few d s . It didn’t 
take him long to find a girlfriend. 
5
7 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 You look like you’ve had a long day. Why don’t 
you b your feet up and I’ll go and make us a
lovely cup of tea.
a) have b) put c) make
2 When I told my cousin to ‘ herself at 
home’ the last time she visited me, I didn’t expect 
her to call her parents in America everyday.
a) have b) make c) be
3 Paul told us to ourselves to anything in 
the fridge if we got hungry while he was at work.
a) help b) take c) make
4 Peter knew it was going to be bad news when his 
boss invited him into his office and told him to
a seat.
a) need b) make c) have
5 You’ll have to the mess, I’ve had my 
sister’s children with me all weekend.
a) forget b) excuse c) apologise
6 When Isabelle asked if she could borrow my car 
for the evening, I told her to my guest as 
I knew she’d look after it. 
a) make b) offer c) be
5
Function
8 Complete the conversation with the words and 
phrases in the box. There are two phrases you 
do not need.
Can you all right I didn’t realise you
I need to If I were Is it OK No problem
something wrong Sorry about that
sort it out What should I Yes, of course
you should You’d better not
1 A: 1 Sorry about that, I didn’t know that we 
shouldn’t talk business during the meal.
B: That’s 2 all right. I don’t think Guilherme 
minded too much, although in Brazil it’s not 
always a polite thing to do.
2 A: My apologies. 3 were on the 
phone. I can come back later.
B: 4 come back in half an hour?
3 A: Did I do 5 ?
B: Don’t worry about it. We can 6
. Just remember that in Italy people don’t usually 
use first names when doing business.
4 A: Do 7 take my shoes off before 
I enter Miki and Isamu’s house?
B: Yes, 8 . In Japan, people leave 
their shoes in their hallway and point the toes of 
them towards the entrance. You will probably be 
given a pair of slippers to wear inside their home.
5 A: 9 do if they give me a present?
B: 10 you, I’d open it and then 
smile and thank them.
6 A: 11 if I take Natalya some 
flowers?
B: 12 but don’t take her yellow 
ones, as in Russia this means you are going to end
the relationship.
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Grammar
1 Complete the hypothetical conditional 
sentences with the correctform of the 
verbs in brackets.
1 Would you    have called       if you       ’d heard    
the news? (call / hear)
2 If you                                                             to bed earlier, you
better. (go / sleep)
3 I                                                             the bus if my alarm clock 
                                                            me up. (not miss / wake)
4 If it                                                             warmer today, I
for a swim in the sea. (be / go)
5 Lee’s parents                                                             her a car if she
her driving test. (buy / pass)
6 If they                                                             us that it was Anthony’s
birthday, we                                                             him a present.
(not tell / not get)
7 I                                                             you at the station if you
me you were coming. (meet / tell)
8 Joe                                                             his car if he                                                             
the money. (not sell, not need) 
9 What                                                             we                                                             if they
us? (do / not help)
10 If it                                                             so wet outside, I
for a long walk in the countryside. (not be / 
go)
11                                                             she                                                             a famous 
painter if she                                                             art? (become / 
not study)
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2 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 It often believed that the most reliable cars 
have made in Germany.
It    is    often believed that the most reliable    
cars    are    made in Germany.   
2 The concert has cancelled due to illness and 
will hold next Friday instead.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                    .
3 John Lennon murdered in 1980, but his 
music still enjoyed by millions of fans.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                    .
4 I’m sure he will be received an award for his 
latest film, which shows in London tonight.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                    .
5 This year’s prize winners being given the 
chance to go on a fabulous trip to the 
Galapagos Islands. The winners will choose 
by the judges next week.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                    .
6 Most of the goods we sell produce in Asia 
but repackaged in the UK before sent out to 
customers. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                    .
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Vocabulary
3 Complete the words in the sentences.
1 Huge technological a d v a n c e s are being 
made every year in the world of science and 
technology.
2 The civil rights m                                                         in the 
United States in the 50s and 60s defended 
people against racism and led to positive 
changes in the legal system.
3 Gutenberg’s i                                                                 of the 
printing press in 1440 led to a much wider s
of knowledge and ideas, which has only 
been surpassed in recent times by the 
invention of the internet.
4 The d                                                                 of the structure of 
DNA was made by James Watson and 
Francis Crick in 1953. It was a turning p        
in medical research.
5
4 Underline the correct alternative.
1 My parents said they loved being teenagers 
in the sixties/quarter-century because so 
much was changing in the world and the 
music was great.
2 It has been over a decade/an era since 
Keyvan moved to Sweden and in that time 
he’s built up a very successful IT business.
3 Some people think that the millennium/age 
of radio is coming to an end but I disagree 
because in Africa, for example, the radio is 
widely used.
4 Every summer Jean and Bill go on a 
Mediterranean cruise for a decade/fortnight 
and meet up with old friends they’ve made 
on previous trips.
5 Unless we start to change our habits and live 
greener lifestyles, future generations/ages 
will be seriously affected by the 
environmental problems that have been left 
to them.
6 The fall of the Berlin Wall marked the end of
the Cold War era/age and led to East and 
West Germany becoming a single country 
once more.
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5 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 In the first term of university, we all had to
b              a fifteen-minute talk to our class.
a) have b) give c) make
2 Speaking a foreign language doesn’t
naturally to everyone.
a) give b) come c) make
3 My sister is terrible at                                         directions so 
please don’t ask her for help if you get lost.
a) making b) having c) giving
4 Nick                                         excellent progress at school 
and his teachers say he is the top science 
student in his year.
a) has had b) has given c) is making
5 If our company hadn’t got that new contract, 
we wouldn’t                                         a profit this year.
a) have made b) be given c) be having
6 I                                         trouble starting my car so I called 
the local garage to see if they could help me.
a) made b) was given c) was having
5
6 Complete the sentences with the correct 
form of the word in CAPITALS.
1 Ghandi was a charismatic leader who fought 
without violence to help India gain 
independence.
CHARISMA
2 Hilary Clinton is seen as a very
woman and has helped others to become 
active in the world of politics.
INFLUENCE
3 Studies have shown that a lot of
people who have become successful sleep 
less than six hours a day.
CREATE
4 Sir Ranulph Fiennes, the great explorer, is an
and entertaining speaker who makes you 
believe that you can achieve anything you 
want in life.
INNOVATE 
5 An                                                                                 copy of one of 
Shakespeare’s first plays has been found in 
the wall of a very old house in London.
ORIGIN
6 Stephen was an                                                                                 student and
always got top grades in every exam he took.
EXAMPLE
5
Function
7 Complete the conversations with phrases 
for expressing uncertainty and reacting to
information.
1 A: What time does the rugby match start 
tomorrow?
B: I have no idea       .
2 A: What’s Margaret’s phone number?
B: I’m fairly s                                        it’s 564 9876.
3 A: Do you what the capital of Honduras is?
B: I don’t know. It’s d                                        not Quito.
4 A:So, where did you leave my MP3 player? 
I need to find it before I go out.
B: Erm… sorry, I can’t r                                        . It might 
be on the kitchen table. Have you looked 
there?
5 A: Whose wife was the Taj Mahal built in 
memory of?
B: Oh, I used to know that, but I’ve 
completely f                                        !
6 A: It says here that Freddie Mercury was 
born in Zanzibar and grew up there and in 
India.
B: Oh r                                        ? I didn’t know that.
7 A: Wow! Who owns the Bugatti Veyron 
outside Brad’s house?
B: I haven’t a c                                        . But it’s a beautiful
car, isn’t it?
8 A: When does Juliet get back from her trip to
Italy? 
B: I’m not a h                                        percent certain but I 
know it isn’t this week.
9 A: What’s her postcode?
B: I’m fairly c                                        it’s BC2 6GH.
10 A: Which building is now the tallest in the 
world?
B: I don’t k                                        but it certainly isn’t the 
Petronas Towers in Kuala Lumpur.
6 A: Did you know that there are over 850 
different languages spoken in Papua New 
Guinea? 
B: Are there? That’s really i                                        .
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Grammar
1 Write the reported speech sentences in direct 
speech.
1 Jack told me that he would be here at seven.
‘        I’ll be there at seven                                                                                                       .’
2 Daisy said she’d see us the next day.
‘                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
            .’
3 Greg asked us if we liked rock music.
‘                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
           ?’
4 Ali’s dad told her to be home by eleven.
‘                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
            .’
5 Jo asked Lee why he wanted to use her car.
‘                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
           ?’
6 They said they couldn’t find their tickets for the 
concert the next day.
‘                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
            .’
5
2 Write the direct speech sentences in reported 
speech.
1 ‘Where is the train station?’ asked Bob.
Bob asked where the train station was   .  
2 ‘I might be late coming back, Liz’, said Jen.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                               
3 ‘We’ll be there at 9.30’, said Tim and Vic.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                               
4 ‘What do you want to do this weekend, Sue?’, 
asked Yuji.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                               
5 ‘Have you met each other before?’, asked Li.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                               
6 ‘You mustn’t use the internet for longer than an 
hour a day, Tom’, said his father.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                               
5
3 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the verb in brackets.
1 He suggested            going        out the next day. (go)
2 She offered                                                             us sightseeing. (take)
3 We recommended                                                             Tikal. (visit)
4 We decided                                                             by bus. (not / travel)
5 I suggested that we                                                             early. (leave)
6 He warned us                                                             uncooked food from 
the market. (not / eat)
7 She promised that she                                                             us outside 
the cinema at 7.30. (meet)
8 He agreed                                                             us more. (pay)
9 I explained that the food                                                             bad. 
(taste)
10 They invited us                                                             with them in 
France. (stay)
11 We agreed that we                                                             authentic food.
(try)
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Vocabulary
4 Rearrange the letters to complete the 
sentences to do with the environment.
1 These days, more people are choosing to buy
organic       (cirnaog) food because the methods of 
production are better for the environment. 
2 Did you know that if you leave the TV on
(tyabnsd) over night, it uses electricity and you 
waste energy?
3 Since electronic books have become available, 
it’s become even easier to buy                                                                                 
(densdnohca) books at really low prices.
4 If your house was better                                                                                 
(ledsutian), you’d need less electricity to heat it 
and therefore save money on your electric bills.
5 Our family never buys much                                                                                 
(drepsoces) food as we prefer to eat healthily and
cook fresh food.
6 There’s far too much                                                                                 
(kicangpag) on this toy – I’m having real 
problems getting
it off.
5
5 Complete the words with the correct prefix.
1 It was amazing. One minute the magician was 
there and the next he had disappeared.
2 Alan’s excuse for missing the party was so
believable that Amanda knew it was a lie.
3 It’s easy to                    pronounce words in a new 
language, so don’t worry if I correct you.
4 Mickey was told that her                    ability would 
prevent her from being able to walk.
5 I wish you’d stop                    cooking the meat. It makes
it very tough to eat.
6 David always                    news his driving licence if he 
moves house so that it stays up-to-date.
7 The judge ruled that the company had used
ethical and illegal business practices.
8 The doctor told Nina she wasweight and 
needed to diet as well as exercise regularly.
9 Ali likes                    using objects where possible and 
has just made a bed cover from old clothes.
10 We completely                    estimated how long it 
would take to get to Strasbourg and arrived 
really late for the wedding.
11 I’m sorry for                     judging you. I thought I 
couldn’t trust you but I was so wrong.
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6 Match sentences 1–6 with reporting verbs
a)–f).
1 Would you like to have dinner with
me tomorrow night?        c         
2 A: Would you like something to eat?
B: No, thanks. I’ve already had lunch.                        
3 Let’s go to see that exhibition. It’s
got great reviews.                        
4 That bag looks heavy. Shall I carry it
for you?                        
5 First you click on this icon and then
you log off.                       
6 Be very careful when you cross that
road. It’s dangerous.                        
a) refuse
b) explain
c) invite
d) suggest
e) offer
f) warn
5
7 Complete the sentences with the words in
the box. There are two extra words you do
not need.
aisle boards boarding check gate
hand passports priority
1 Ben always prefers to have a window seat to an 
aisle seat. He says you get a much better view if 
you sit next to the window.
2 All airports make passengers show their
before they are allowed to continue to the 
departure lounge.
3 The airport information board said that it would 
take fifteen minutes to walk from the duty-free 
shop to                                                                                 23.
4 We were asked to have our                                                                                 
cards ready and they were inspected before we 
were allowed to proceed onto the plane.
5 If you are travelling with small children, it is 
recommended that you pay a little extra for
boarding.
6 I need to                                                                                 in at least two hours 
before my flight so could you pick me up at
10 o’clock? 
5
Function
8 Underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 a    go to the wrong platform or else you’ll 
miss your train.
a) Don’t b) You need to c) You’d better
2 Don’t                                         ask your hotel to book a taxi to 
the airport.
a) forget to b) forgetting c) forget for
3 You’d                                         book a double room if you think 
your wife might be able to go too.
a) should b) better c) be careful to
4 Whatever you                                         , agree the price of the 
taxi before you get in it. 
a) ’ll do b) do c) were doing
5 If I                                         you, I wouldn’t wear any expensive 
jewellery on holiday.
a) had been b) will be c) were
6 Some of the taxi drivers have                                         to take 
you for a longer drive than is necessary.
a) tend to b) a tendency c) tended
7 Make                                     you lock your hotel room before 
you go to sleep.
a) sure b) sure of c) sure for
8                                         out for cars when you try and cross the 
roads.
a) Move b) Watch c) See
9 Be                                     people trying to sell you fake 
perfumes.
a) careful to b) sure of c) careful of
10 You                                         to collect your euros from the 
bank the week before your flight.
a) must b) need c) ’d better
11 It’s not very                                         any more but sometimes 
people might invite you into their homes.
a) general b) usually c) common
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Listening
1 Recording 1 Listen to a woman telling a story 
and underline the correct answer, a), b) or c).
1 The woman
a) has never been embarrassed.
b) likes talking about herself.
c) prefers other people’s stories . 
2 Her brother
a) tells funny stories.
b) doesn’t like talking about himself.
c) hates people laughing at him.
3 Her brother told her a story about
a) his holiday in Spain.
b) his ex-wife.
c) an embarrassing experience.
4 In the story, Bob
a) talks to a man who is lying on the beach.
b) saves a man who can’t swim.
c) helps a man get his boat onto the beach.
5 Bob communicated with the man
a) using only sign language.
b) with gestures and incorrect English.
c) using incorrect Turkish.
6 Bob was embarrassed because
a) the man laughed at him and then said he wasn’t
strong enough to help.
b) the man didn’t speak English but thought Bob 
could understand Turkish.
c) he had behaved foolishly because he thought 
the man didn’t speak English.
5
2 Recording 1 Listen again and write true (T) or 
false (F).
1 The woman doesn’t enjoy telling others
about situations she found embarrassing. T 
2 Her brother Bob enjoys telling stories
about things that have happened to
people he knows. 
3 Bob likes making people laugh but doesn’t
enjoy it when they laugh at him. 
4 The story that she remembers took place
before her brother and his wife separated. 
5 In the story, Bob was asked for help by
someone on the beach. 
6 Bob thought the man was a local so he
used basic English and hand movements
to communicate with him. 
5
3 Recording 2 Listen and answer the questions 
below. 
1 According to June, what activity did people used 
to be embarrassed or ashamed of doing?
 Writing with their left 
hand. 
2 How old was June when her parents realised
she was left-handed?
 
 
3 How was she stopped from using her left hand
to write with before she started school?
 
 
4 What two reasons does June give for people not 
being allowed to be left-handed in the past?
 
 
5 Which hand does June use to write with now?
 
 
6 What percentage of people in the world is
left-handed?
 
 
5
Grammar
4 Underline the correct alternative.
1 Please don’t tell Sam about my new job. I haven’t 
had chance to tell him the news already/yet.
2 Does this bag belong/Is this bag belonging to 
anybody in the class? 
3 What time do you see/are you seeing Julie 
tonight?
4 Are you sure they visited us in 2014? I thought 
they’d already/already had moved to America by 
then.
5 I have to check these biscuits aren’t 
containing/don’t contain nuts because I’m allergic
to them.
6 Who does eat/eats dinner before 10p.m.? In Spain,
we never do!
7 My brother’s yet/just learnt to ski but before that 
he learnt to skateboard.
8 I met/’ve met Susie in the shopping mall when I 
was doing some shopping.
9 While/Before I was enjoying a coffee inthe town’s
main square, I read the main items of news in the 
local paper.
10 They’ve/’d worked on cruise ships for years 
before they decided to start their own 
entertainment company.
11 When Sara checked her phone, she realised/had 
realised she had missed three calls from her boss.
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5 Complete the text with the correct answer, a), 
b) or c).
Last call!
1 you ever missed a plane? I nearly 2
last summer. I was flying from London to Sydney 
and had to change planes in Los Angeles. The plane 
3 there at 6.30 in the morning and my flight
to Sydney was at 9.30. I walked around while I 4
because I 5 been to LA airport before. Then
I
6 some breakfast in a coffee shop, read my 
book and checked emails on my phone.
By 8.15, I was feeling rather bored so I 7 
decided to find out which gate my Sydney flight 
8 from. I saw an information screen on the 
wall and 9 to look at it. I found my flight on
the screen – and saw ‘Last call’ written there. I 
couldn’t believe it! I then looked at my watch and 
realised I 10 the time on my watch back by 
eight hours instead of seven! I ran to the gate and
11 the time I got there, I was the last person 
to get on the plane. How embarrassing!
1 a) Did b) Was c) Have
2 a) did b) had c) was
3 a) landed b) has landed c) is landing
4 a) ’ve waited b) ’d waited c) was waiting
5 a) ’d never b) ’ve ever c) was never
6 a) had b) was eating c) ’d had
7 a) ’d b) was c) - 
8 a) had left b) will leave c) was leaving
9 a) was going b) has gone c) went
10 a) ’ve changed b) ’d changed c) was changing
11 a) on b) from c) by
10
Vocabulary 
6 Match 1–7 with a)–g).
1 If you make friends with native b 
2 Last year our swimming team took 
3 It’s a good idea to show 
4 I’m sorry. We’re in a bit of 
5 Luckily, all the passengers survived 
6 The demonstration turned violent 
7 Uncle Alex told us a really 
a) a hurry and can’t stop now.
b) speakers, your English will improve a lot faster.
c) funny story the other day.
d) part in a national competition.
e) enthusiasm when you answer questions in an 
interview.
f) after the police arrived.
g) the crash and no one was seriously hurt.
6
7 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 The students loved learning slang and other 
informal expressions in their English class.
EXPRESS
2 Is fluency more important than 
when you’re learning another language?
ACCURATE
3 When you apply for a job, don’t forget to send
with your CV.
REFER
4 Adam has a successful business with more than 
thirty .
EMPLOY
5 I have a lot more in my new job 
as area manager.
RESPONSIBLE
6 Did you find all the you needed 
at the library?
INFORM
7 I love comedies. They always 
make me feel good.
ROMANCE
8 The film The Sixth Sense, with Bruce Willis, is an 
excellent thriller.
PSYCHOLOGY
7
8 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. There are two extra words.
chance classmates degree foreign hand
lunchtime purpose say tell weekend
1 At the end of the school year, I helped my 
classmates organise a big party.
2 Everyone at our school had to study a
language. I chose Spanish.
3 After Charlotte got a in English 
literature she trained to become a teacher.
4 I’m sorry. I didn’t drop your laptop on
. It was an accident.
5 Wendy has started her own jewellery business and
makes everything herself by .
6 Let’s meet at to discuss plans for 
next week.
7 Why don’t you just what you mean? 
It would make life a lot easier if you did.
8 Do you think it’s better to a white lie
sometimes than to hurt someone’s feelings by 
telling the truth?
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Function
9 Cross out the response that is not possible.
1 So then I fell off my bike!
a) Oh no! b) That’s right. c) Oh dear!
2 Thanks for helping me out yesterday.
a) No problem. b) You’re welcome. c) I see. 
3 The concert starts at 7.30 on Saturday, right?
a) That’s right. b) No problem. c) Yes.
4 Could I ask you something?
a) Go ahead. b) Of course. c) I see.
5 Can I use your phone, please?
a) Of course. b) Yes, I know. c) Go ahead.
6 And you’ll get a weekend off once a month.
a) Go ahead. b) I understand. c) I see.
5
10 Complete the conversation with words and 
phrases a)–f).
A: Did I tell you what 1 i to me when I was 
working in the bank last October?
B: No, you didn’t. 
A: Well, I’d just finished serving a customer and 
was putting things away. And the 2 
knew, there were two people standing in front of 
my desk – wearing masks!
B: 3 ? I 4 it! What 5 ?
A: Nothing! I thought they were robbing the bank!
B: Oh 6 ! How 7 ! So, what 
happened 
8 ?
A: Well, I just looked at them. I was waiting for 
them to say ‘Hands up!’ or something. Then 
9 sudden, I remembered it was 
Hallowe’en. That’s why they were wearing 
masks. They were going to a party!
B: Oh, no. That’s 10 !
A: Yes. 11 end, we all laughed about it.
a) frightening g) no
b) next h) next thing I
c) In the i) happened
d) all of a j) don’t believe
e) really funny k) Really
f) did you do
10
Reading
11 Read the article opposite and complete the 
gaps with headings a)–f) below.
a) Communication differences
b) What’s in a name?
c) A strange similarity
d) Twins: A case of nature or nurture?
e) Fascinating results
f) Divided and reunited
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1 d 
Many people are like their siblings in some ways, 
but twins are often even more alike. If you are born 
at the same time as another baby and grow up with 
them, it is likely you will be similar to each other. 
But what would happen if you didn’t know you had 
a twin? How alike would you be?
2 
In the USA, a pair of identical twins was split up 
when they were adopted as four-month-old babies. 
Their new parents decided on their names and 
without knowing it, both called their son ‘Jim’. 
These two boys spent all of their childhood and 
teenage years living separate lives in different 
places. And it wasn’t until they were thirty-nine 
years old that they got to meet each other for the 
first time. They were quite surprised to find how 
similar they were.
3 
Although they didn’t look exactly the same, they 
were both six feet tall and weighed 180 pounds. 
They discovered that during their childhood they 
had both had a dog named ‘Toy’ and as adults they 
had both married twice. Even more strangely, both 
oftheir first wives were called ‘Linda’ and their 
second wives were called ‘Betty’. The Jims had 
each had a son. One of them had called theirs 
‘James Allan’ while the other named theirs ‘James 
Alan’.
4 
The similarities didn’t end there. They discovered 
that they had both worked as sheriffs, owned the 
same type of car, smoked the same cigarettes and 
drank the same beer. They also suffered from the 
same health problems, like severe headaches. In 
later research on the pair, a psychologist* noticed 
that they both bit their nails. This was rather unusual
behaviour among identical twins. 
5 
However, while they were very similar, there were 
also some clear differences. For example, one Jim 
preferred to express himself through writing while 
the other preferred speaking. They also had different
hairstyles and one Jim had married a third time 
while the other hadn’t. 
6 
Continued research on the Jim twins has proven to 
be very interesting and along with other research 
findings has led to the discovery that the personality 
and identity of twins who have grown up apart is as 
alike as those that haven’t.
* Psychologist – someone who studies the human 
mind and human behaviour. 
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12 Read the article again. Decide if the 
statements are true (T) or false (F).
1 Research has shown that all twins are the
same as each other. F 
2 The Jim twins were adopted at birth by
two sets of American couples. 
3 Neither set of parents knew what the
other twin had been called. 
4 The two Jims grew up in the same area
unaware of the other’s existence until
they were almost forty. 
5 They expected to have a lot in common
when they first met in their thirties. 
6 The two Jims were as tall and as heavy
as each other. 
7 They had both married a ‘Betty’ and
then a ‘Linda’. 
8 Even though they both had similar habits
they’d never worked in the same job. 
9 Psychologists thought it unusual that
both twins bit their fingernails. 
10 One of the key differences between
the twins was how they enjoyed
communicating with others. 
11 Research shows that twins who live
apart as children behave very differently
from each other. 
10
Writing
13 Underline the correct alternative.
1 They visited all their relatives during/while they 
were in Malaysia.
2 Alicia called me as soon as/by the time she got
my message.
3 By the time/While the police arrived at the house, 
the thieves had disappeared.
4 I would like to make/take this opportunity to 
introduce myself.
5 He ended the email to his friend ‘Hope/I hoping to
hear from you soon’.
6 A typical way to end a letter of application is: ‘I 
look forward to hear/hearing from you soon’.
5
14 Write a short news report about one of the 
headlines below. Use the prompts to help if 
necessary. Write 100–150 words.
1 120 people homeless after floods
2 Airline employees strike demonstration
3 Film star shot outside London home
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Listening
1 Recording 3 Listen and tick (ü) the correct 
answer, a), b) or c).
1 Barbara invites Mike                     .
to the cinema to a concert for a picnic
a)                     b)                     c)        ü           
2 John’s going to write the covering letter                     .
tomorrow on Friday on Wednesday
a)                     b)                     c)                     
3 Alice’s grandmother didn’t use to dance                     when 
she was younger.
the twist rock ‘n’ roll salsa
a)                     b)                     c)                     
4 Ken’s not a very good manager because he’s                     .
competitive indecisive hard-working
a)                     b)                     c)                     
5 Maggie can take Dave to the station because she’s 
starting work at                     .
10a.m. 8.35a.m. 9.15a.m.
a)                     b)                     c)                     
6 When is Kate’s birthday?
24th May 25th May 26th May
a)                     b)                     c)                     
5
2 Recording 3 Listen again and answer the 
questions below. 
1 Where is the concert Mike was thinking of going 
to?
In the 
park.                                                                                                                                                                                                                              
2 When must John send in his application by?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                       
3 What kind of dancing is Alice’s gran good at?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                       
4 What two positive personal qualities does Frank 
have?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                       
5 Who is likely to come out and sort out the problem 
with the car? 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                       
6 What item does Amy say Josh should buy for 
Kate?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                       
5
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3 Recording 4 Listen and match the predictions 
with the people. You do not need all the 
predictions.
1 Jim        b         
2 Celine                    
3 Matt                    
4 Beth                    
5 Daniel                    
6 Kirsten                    
a) Stark will beat Kendal in tomorrow’s tennis semi-
final.
b) Humans won’t be living on the Moon in the near 
future. 
c) The next election isn’t going to be won by a single
political party.
d) Kendal is likely to beat Stark in the tennis semi-
final tomorrow.
e) People might be able to live on the Moon in a 
100 years’ time.
f) The People’s Party probably won’t win the 
election.
g) The Community First Party are likely to get a lot 
of votes in the election.
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Grammar
4 Complete the second sentence so that it means 
the same as the first. Use the word in 
CAPITALS.
1 It isn’t necessary for me to get up early tomorrow.
HAVE
I        don’t have to get up early tomorrow                        .
2 That pizza won’t be enough for six people.
GOING
That pizza
.
3 Tim used to play outside every day when he was 
younger.
WOULD
Tim
.
4 You should wear a suit for the interview.
OUGHT
You
.
5 She probably won’t travel much in her new job.
UNLIKELY
She
.
6 It is not certain if our business will make a profit in 
the next six months.
MAY
Our
.
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5 Complete the text with the correct answer, a), 
b), c) or d).
Fly me to the Moon!
Where 1        a           billionaires go for their holidays in the 
future? Instead of renting private islands, very 
wealthy people are quite 2                                         go into space. 
Space travel companies 3                                         Space Adventures 
and Virgin Galactic 4                                         offering a range of 
space travel experiences they are planning to run in 
the future, including a trip to the far side of the 
Moon. People who choose this trip 5                                         a 
seven-day flight and travel at speeds of 17,000 miles 
an hour. They 6                                         the Earth from 250,000 
miles away.However, it isn’t enough just to be a 
billionaire. You also 7                                         fit enough to travel in
a spaceship. Candidates for the trip 8                                         to train
for four months with experienced astronauts 9
they are allowed to fly. But why 10                                         have to 
be a billionaire to go to the Moon? Because it 11
around half a million US dollars.
1 a) will b) do c) are d) is
2 a) likely b) likely to c) going to d) to
3 a) as b) such as c) such like d) such
4 a) are going to b) will c) could d) are
5 a) are taking b) to take c) will take d) takes
6 a) are seeing b) will see c) have seen d) do see
7 a) must to be b) might be c) have to be d) are
8 a) will have b) must c) should d) may
9 a) then b) after c) before d) when
10 a) you may b) do you c) are you d) you’ll
11 a) has cost b) costing c) will cost d) cost
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Vocabulary
6 Complete the sentences with the correct 
preposition.
1 Brian prefers to put things        off           than to get them 
done. He’s the complete opposite of me.
2 Sara and Dave moved to the countryside to get
of the rat race. They want to enjoy a more relaxed 
and traditional way of life. 
3 We’re                                                             hot water because we’re not 
making a profit. We must find a way to keep the 
business operating in the short term.
4 I hope everyone will be able to work overtime this 
week and stay until 10p.m. each night. We have to 
finish this order by Friday and we are working
the clock.
5 Jeff has a habit of leaving things                                                             the 
last minute and then getting stressed about being 
late.
6 Nina is so organised – she gets things done ahead
time so deadlines are always met.
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7 Complete the sentences with the correct form
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 Katherine has always been very            ambitious      
so it’s not surprising that she has been promoted 
three times in the last two years.
AMBITION
2 When you have many different tasks to do, you 
have to know how to                                                             them so you 
focus on the most important ones.
PRIORITY
3 The way I avoid                                                             when I’m studying is
to put on background music.
DISTRACT
4 Sophie can never make up her mind about anything
– she’s so                                                             ! Planning a night out with 
her can be hard work.
DECIDE
5 Peter is the perfect person to manage this project. 
He’s an excellent                                                             and is great at 
managing people. 
COMMUNICATION
6 He’ll find it hard to get work as a dancer. The 
entertainment business is a very                                                             
world.
COMPETE
7 Louise was offered the position of deputy head as it
was clear that she was ready for management
.
RESPONSIBLE
6
8 Underline the correct alternative.
1 Oh no, I’ve left/forgotten my wallet at home again. 
I’ll have to go back and get it at lunchtime. 
2 In perhaps a/only year to two years’ time, we will 
be able to develop our business and move to a 
bigger office.
3 Can you give me an arm/a hand with this box? It’s 
too heavy for me to carry on my own.
4 I put my foot/feet in it when I congratulated her on 
being pregnant. I didn’t realise she wasn’t.
5 Sorry, I had no idea it was you on the phone earlier.
I didn’t realise/recognise your voice!
6 Oh dear, you’ve got the date wrong/different. The 
party isn’t today – it’s next Saturday!
7 We were all surprised when he said that housework
was something he did for funny/fun.
8 Since leaving school, Sue has had many different 
works/jobs. She is still looking for the ideal one.
9 Can you remind/remember me to pick up the car 
from the garage on my way home today?
10 Anyone caught stealing from the company will be 
fired/charged immediately and removed from the 
building by security.
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Function
9 Complete the second sentence so that it means 
the same as the first one, using the phrases in 
the box. You do not need all the phrases.
a good point I agree say that see things
think we should what you mean
Why don’t we You’ve lost me
1 The way I see it, we don’t have any choice but to 
close the factory down.
The way I             see        things                       , we don’t have any 
choice but to close the factory down.
2 I think that’s a great idea. We should start selling 
our products online.
That’s                                                                                 . We should start selling 
our products online. 
3 I suggest we focus on one thing at a time.
I                                                                                 focus on one thing at a time.
4 I don’t get what you’re saying. Why should we sell 
the business?
                                                                                . Why should we sell the 
business?
5 How about if we ask our bank to lend us $9,000?
                                                                                ask our bank to lend us $9,000?
6 So you’re saying we need to increase prices.
So                                                                                 is that we need to increase 
prices.
5
10 Complete the conversation with a)–f) below.
A: First of all, I suggest we talk about Nick’s 
proposal for the new cafe.
B: 1                a                      
A: But didn’t you say that the decision about the cafe
was a priority?
B: 2                                         
A: What exactly do you mean? Why?
B: 3                                         
A: I’m not sure I agree, actually. I really feel it’s a 
very good business opportunity. We should 
discuss it again with Nick.
B: 4                                         
A: What?! When?
B: Last night. 
A: 5                                         I thought we were a team! I can’t 
believe this. That’s it – I resign!
B: 6                                         
a) No, we’ve got more important things to discuss.
b) Good. That’s fine by me.
c) Well, the way I see it, a restaurant is a big risk.
d) So you mean to say you made the decision without
telling me? 
e) It’s too late. I told him we weren’t interested.
f) Did I? Well, I’ve changed my mind.
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Reading
11 Read the messages and notices and underline 
the correct answer, a), b) or c).
David – your meeting at 12 is likely to be delayed. 
Are you free after 2.30 this afternoon? Let Mrs 
Jones’ secretary know before 12.00.
1 The meeting will take place
a) at 2.30.
b) later, if David is free.
c) before 12.30.
DO NOT TOUCH THE ITEMS ON DISPLAY. 
CUSTOMERS MUST PAY FOR BROKEN 
GOODS.
2 a) You don’t have to pay for items you break.
b) You mustn’t touch things in case you accidently 
break them.
c) You can’t touch the broken items on display.
Sara, sorry I got the date of the concert wrong. It’s 
tonight, not tomorrow! If you can’t come, call Mark. 
He’ll buy your ticket. Chris
3 What should Sara do?
a) Call Mark if she isn’t able to go.
b) Call Chris if she can go to the concert.
c) Call Mark to tell him the concert is tomorrow.
Vic – Did I leave a red bag in your house? The 
problem is it’s not mine – I borrowed it from Kate 
and I must give it back to her today. Kim
4 What does Kim want Vic to do?
a) Look for the borrowed bag
b) Lend her a bag
c) Return the bag she borrowed
Hi George,
Going to cinema at 7. Won’t be home until 10. Please
put dinner in the oven at 9.30. Liz xx
5 a) Liz will eat dinner before she goes out.
b) Liz wants to eat when she gets home.
c) George is meeting Liz at the cinema.
1st XI Hockey team – St Kit’s vs Harlington
Saturday– 14.30. 
The bus leaves at 11.30 prompt.
Bring spare socks and sweatshirts.
Lunch will be provided by St Kit’s at 1p.m.
6 The hockey players
a) have to take extra clothes and boots.
b) don’t have to take food.
c) will start the match at 11.30.
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12 Read the article and decide if the statements 
are true (T) or false (F).
Last month I saw a job advertised online which really
caught my attention. It was for a wildlife caretaker on
an Island between Australia and Papua New Guinea. 
As someone who’s always loved being outside and is
interested in the environment, it sounded like a 
wonderful opportunity. In fact, the more I read about 
the responsibilities involved and what the successful 
applicant should be like, the more I felt that this 
advert was talking to me.
The advert said that the successful candidate must 
have a deep interest in nature and want to help look 
after the native wildlife of the island. They would 
have to be motivated, hardworking and the kind of 
person that thinks outside the box – in other words, is
good at solving problems in different ways. Their 
main duties would involve spending time with the 
animals in the wild and giving information to tour 
guides to help them plan their tours of the island. 
They would also have to do some research into the 
native wildlife and explore the island and its 
surrounding waters. Additional duties of the job 
included writing articles and regular updates* on 
island life as well as keeping a photo diary of life on 
the island, and the ideal candidate would have 
experience of doing both. I immediately thought, 
‘That’s me they’re talking about. I have to go for this
job!’ and sent in my application.
Now, I wasn’t expecting to get the job as there was a 
lot of competition. It’s not every day that a job like 
working on Kimberley Island comes up. But I had a 
good feeling. A week later, I got a call from an 
unknown number. It was an invite to go for an 
interview. I can’t remember what happened in the 
days that followed as there was so much happening 
but I can tell you that in two week’s time, I am flying
to Australia to start my dream job. I have to say, I’m 
feeling on top of the world!
* An update gives the latest news on a situation.
1 The caretaker job on Papua New Guinea
was advertised in Australia.  F      
2 The writer thought the job opportunity
was perfect for him.                
3 The person who got the job had to be able
to think creatively and be dedicated to 
working with nature.                
4 In this job he will have to give regular
tours to groups that visit the island.                
5 The successful candidate must have kept
a photo diary before.                
6 It was so busy after the interview that the
writer has no memory of what happened.                
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Writing
13 Cross out ten more unnecessary words in these
messages. Contracted forms count as one 
word.
1
I hope school went well. Your dinner’s in the oven. 
Mum xxx
2
I’m going to the gym after work tomorrow. Do you 
want to come? Can you call me? Louise x
3
Tammy, I’m sorry I can’t come out for dinner 
tonight. I’ve got to go to music practice. I hope you 
enjoy the meal. I’ll see you later. Martin
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14 Write a covering letter for the job in the 
advertisement. Use the prompts to help you. 
Write 100–150 words.
Cabin crew wanted for spaceships
Space tourism company requires cabin crew for 
monthly trips to the Moon. Applicants should be 
cheerful, sociable and in good health. They must be 
free to travel when required. Training will be 
provided, but experience of working in tourism or 
catering would be an advantage.
Apply to: Mr David Dibbley at Space Travel.
Dear Mr Dibbley,
I am writing to you
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
I am 25
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                                               
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Listening
1 Recording 5 Read the question below. Then 
listen and match speakers 1–6 with appliances 
a)–h). You do not need all the appliances.
Which domestic appliance could each speaker live 
without?
1 Linda         c         
2 James                     
3 Katie                     
4 Charles                     
5 Victoria                     
6 Margaret                     
a) fridge
b) oven
c) vacuum cleaner
d) microwave
e) washing machine
f) dishwasher
g) toaster
h) iron
5
2 Recording 5 Listen again and write true (T) or 
false (F).
1 Linda’s vacuum cleaner is in a terrible
condition because she’s used it so much.        F       
2 James hardly ever cooks at home.                     
3 Katie can’t imagine living without a fridge.                     
4 Charles doesn’t often use his oven because
it isn’t big enough.                     
5 Victoria’s washing machine is used every
day, sometimes more than once.                     
6 Margaret says single men are not interested
in cooking and prefer pre-prepared meals.                     
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3 Recording 6 Listen and answer the questions 
below. 
1 How much money has Jeremy’s cousin won?
           €1.5    
million                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
 
2 What would Nina do if she won a lot of money?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                               
3 What is Jeremy’s ambition?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                               
4 When will Henry find out if he is losing his job?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                               
5 If Henry loses his job, will he be paid?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                               
6 What would he like to study at college?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                               
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Grammar
4 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 His house is the most biggest in the town, hasn’t it?
His house is    the biggest    in the town,    isn’t    it?   
2 If you’ll call before 3.30, I pick you up from work.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                            .
3 I think her children are little bit younger as yours.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                            .
4 Chile has the dryest desert in the world, haven’t it? 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                           ?
5 If you don’t say him you need his help, he won’t 
know, did he?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                            .
6 If you could earned a lot more money for a slightly 
more work, would you be happier?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                            .
10
5 Choose the correct answers to complete the text, 
a), b), c) or d).
Do you really want to win the lottery?
People often say that all their problems 1             c               be 
solved if they 2                                         the lottery. However, great 
wealth can bring far 3                                         responsibilities, 
particularly if you have a lot of relatives or friends. If 
you were one of the lucky winners, you 4                                         to 
decide how to distribute your new-found millions and 
choose who was 5                                         deserving of your family 
and friends. It is likely you 6                                         the first few 
weeks or months having the time of your life: buying 7
hi–tech gadgets, eating in the best restaurants and 
taking the most luxurious holidays. 8                                         you’re 
very careful, it might turn out to be a lot less fun than 
you’d imagined. You’d probably want to do something
9                                         serious with your money, perhaps donating 
some to charity. Some lottery millionaires have even 
returned to their old life and pretended the dream 
10                                         happened. But you 11                                         do that, 
would you?
1 a) will b) are c) would d) have
2 a) win b) won c) ’d win d) ’ll win
3 a) great b) greatest c) more great d) greater
4 a) ’d have b) have c) ’ll have d) able
5 a) more b) the most c) less d) least
6 a) spend b) ’ve spent c) ’d spend d) spent
7 a) best b) the latest c) the modern d) latest
8 a) But if b) If when c) But unless d) So if
9 a) bit less b) far much c) little more d) more
10 a) won’t b) has c) never d) had 
11 a) won’t b) wouldn’t c) will d) ’d
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Vocabulary 
6 Write the sentences in the correct order. 
1 you / down / own / start / ever / and / you’ll / do / 
settle / think / your / family?
       Do you think you’ll ever settle down and start your    
own family?          
2 decided / getting / have / married / where / you / 
you’re / yet?3 scientists / cleaner / power / that / some / nuclear / 
believe / produces / electricity. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                               
4 my / I’ll / garage / the / it / car / needs / take / to / as / 
to / have / fixing. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                               
5 and / off / on / switching / printer / have / your /
tried / you / again?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                               
6 your / forget / a / enter / take / you / don’t / to /
shoes / when / off / temple. 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                               
7 computer / if / one / problems / please / the / you / 
our / call / have / of / engineers / any / with / network.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                               
6
7 Complete the sentences with the words in the box. 
There are two extra words.
careful commercial   do inquire
investigation make lose question
raise reception
1 The Airbus A380 is the world’s largest commercial      
aeroplane and was first used by Singapore Airlines
in 2007.
2 I will have to complete my                                                             before I can 
share my findings.
3 The police are going to                                                             the man they 
have just arrested.
4 Sue is a very                                                             driver and has never had a
car accident.
5 I’m sorry I didn’t call. I couldn’t get any
for my phone.
6 Our village is trying to                                                             money for the
local school.
7 In our next chemistry class we’re going to
some experiments using hydrogen gas.
8 If I                                                             my job, I think I’ll travel the world 
using my redundancy money.
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8 Complete the sentences with the correct form of 
the word in CAPITALS.
1 If we didn’t have                 electricty               , life as we know it 
would be impossible.
ELECTRIC
2                                                                             engineering will completely change 
the way diseases are treated.
GENE
3 Miki works in a garden centre and is very
about all types of plants.
KNOWLEDGE
4 Before you buy the company you should check it is a
business.
PROFIT
5 Lucy’s a                                                                                 cook. She can’t make 
anything unless it comes out of a tin.
HOPE
6 Did you know that Adam is                                                                                 of 
butterflies?
FRIGHT
7 He doesn’t like his new job at all. He says it isn’t 
very                                                                                 .
SATISFY
8 I suddenly realised they were laughing at my shoes. I
looked down and saw that I was wearing one black 
one and one brown one. I was so                                                                                !
EMBARRASS
7
Function
9 Match questions and statements 1–6 with 
responses a)–f).
1 Do you know when they’ll arrive?        b          
2 Would you mind helping me with my 
suitcase?                     
3 I’m really pleased to tell you that
 you’ve got the job.                     
4 We’ve got something to tell you.
We’re getting married!                     
5 Could you tell me the way to the
Theatre Royal, please?                     
6 I’m afraid your car won’t be ready
until next Friday.                     
a) I’m afraid I don’t know. Which street is it on?
b) I’m not sure. I think they said 10.30.
c) Oh, congratulations! Wow! That’s great!
d) That’s fantastic news! Thanks for letting me know 
so quickly.
e) Of course not. Here, let me take that.
f) That’s a shame. I was hoping I could drive home.
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10 Match gaps 1–11 in the conversation with 
a)–k) below.
A: There’s something I’ve 1             d                 tell you.
B: Oh, no! You haven’t crashed the car again, 2                                    
?
A: No, 3                                         not! It’s the washing machine. 
It 4                                         . 
B: That’s 5                                         ! It’ll cost at least £80 just to get 
somebody to come out and see if they can fix it!
A: I know. Could 6                                         at it now?
B: OK. But would you 7                                         the instructions for 
me?
A: OK.
 (Later)
B: I’ve got 8                                         news. The washing machine’s 
working!
A: 9                                         ! What did you do?
B: You’ll 10                                         . I just switched it off and on 
again!
A: That’s fantastic! 11                                         !
a) really annoying g) Well done
b) mind finding h) some good
c) You’re joking i) never guess what
d) got to j) of course
e) have you k) ’s stopped working
f) you look
10
Reading
11 Read the text below and underline the correct 
answer, a), b) or c), opposite.
Computer technology and happy cows
Cows that milk themselves? This is not science fiction,
but a product of twenty first-century technology. 
Farmers and scientists have created a farm where the 
cows choose when they want to be milked using a 
computerised automatic milking system. As long as 
they turn up for milking at least once a day, the cows 
are free to do whatever they like. But how does it 
work? The animals are first attracted into the building 
by automated devices like skin-brushing and scratching
machines, which they enjoy using. Nearby, there’s a 
robot, which scans a microchip in the cow’s collar. The
chip holds information about the cow’s milking history
and health. If it needs to be milked, the robot machine 
starts the milking process, while feeding it with a 
protein and energy supplement at the same time.
Farmers who use this computerised milking system are
very enthusiastic about it. One British farmer we 
interviewed told us, ‘It’s amazing how the cows take to
it and it’s certainly the biggest step forward for dairy 
farmers in the last thirty years.’ There are now more 
than eight thousand farms in over twenty-five countries
around the world using the new system. People who 
support it say the system not only saves time and 
money, but also shows respect for the cows by 
allowing them to manage their own lives. However, 
others claim it’sjust another form of ‘factory farming’,
and has a negative effect on the animals.
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1 Self-milking cows are        b        .
a) expected to become a thing of the future
b) in existence at this moment in time
c) going to evolve naturally
2 The new system has been created                                         .
a) by agriculturally-orientated scientists
b) through cooperation with farmers
c) as a result of researching cows’ behaviour
3 Much of the time                                         . 
a) milk goes to waste
b) cows do their own thing
c) the scratching facility doesn’t function
4 Robots are essential for                                         . 
a) keeping data records up-to-date
b) scratching and brushing the cows
c) attracting the cows into the milking area
5                                         after having its collar scanned.
a) Not every cow is given supplements
b) Each cow automatically gets milked
c) A cow doesn’t always gets milked
6 One British farmer                                         for thirty years.
a) has used the system
b) says this is the best dairy innovation
c) has developed this system
7 Over                                         farms are now using this system.
a) 25,000 b) 8,000 c) 21,000
8 Those in favour of the system believe                                        . 
a) it gives the cows autonomy
b) that cows respect it
c) farmers can now better manage their lives
9 There is concern from some people that                                         . 
a) dairy farmers are losing their jobs
b) not enough countries are interested in the system
c) this system is not good for the welfare of the cows
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12 Read the article again. Decide if the statements 
are true (T) or false (F).
1 The new milking system encourages cows
to be milked more than once a day.           F          
2 It is the smell of food that encourages the
cows to enter the milking building.                                
3 Cows are only milked when it is
biologically necessary.                                
4 The microchips on each cow’s ear collect
data on how much milk has been produced.                                
5 As well as giving the cows more freedom,
the automated milking system improves
their nutritional intake.                                
6 One British farmer is surprised at how 
much his cows like the new system.                                
7 This new milking system is more efficient
and cost-effective than the previous one.                                
8 Everyone agrees that the new system
benefits both farmers and their cows.                                
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Writing
13 Complete the advantages and disadvantages 
essay with the phrases in the box. There are two
phrases you do not need.
As far as I am concerned As well as
However  In addition Of course there are
The problem is that On the other hand
The most important advantage
The advantages and disadvantages of using public 
transport
In many countries, public transport, such as trains and 
buses, is still widely used by people travelling to work 
or school. 1 However, as cars become more affordable, 
some people are wondering if it is better to use public 
transport or not.
2                                                             of public transport is that it is cheap to 
use. You only need to pay for the actual journey and 
can often pay less if you pay in advance for a longer 
period of time. There is no need to pay for insurance, 
road tax or repairs. 3                                                             , it is a good way to 
meet other people and make new friends, especially if 
you always get the same train every day, for example.
4                                                             , your time of travel is restricted to a 
timetable and it might not be possible to get to every 
destination easily. Also, sometimes public transport is 
late, delayed or even cancelled. Another disadvantage 
is that if it is very busy, you might have to wait for 
another bus or train – either that, or you may not be 
able to get a seat – and then there are further problems 
if you try to travel with a lot of luggage. 
5                                                             , however, public transport is a good 
thing. In general, the advantages far outweigh the 
disadvantages. 6                                                             drawbacks, but it is 
important to remember that if we use public transport 
and not a car, we are helping the environment by 
reducing the amount of carbon emissions produced by 
our journey. We may also be reducing the number of 
traffic jams on the roads and the amount of countryside
that is destroyed when new roads are constructed.
5
14 Write a short story about a memorable event in 
your life. Write 150–200 words.
One of the most memorable moments in my life 
was when…10
Total: 100
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Listening
1 Recording 7 Listen to six conversations and 
underline the correct answers, a), b) or c).
1 The neighbours invited Lynne for
a) tea.
b) coffee.
c) lunch.
2 Jim thinks Jack should do
a) a degree.
b) an apprenticeship.
c) an engineering course.
3 Dennis suggests that Jo
a) asks the travel agent to check for special offers 
online.
b) stays for a drink and a chat.
c) books her break through an online travel site.
4 If Elizabeth is invited to dinner, she shouldn’t 
take
a) photos.
b) flowers.
c) chocolate.
5 Vicky can’t remember
a) where her phone is.
b) what Matt’s phone number is.
c) where she parked her car.
6 The teachers think that the                     should control 
the use of social networking sites.
a) parents
b) students
c) school
5
2 Recording 7 Listen again and answer the 
questions. 
1 What was Harry happy that the neighbours did?
Play 
golf                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
                                   
2 What subject does Bill say Jack should study?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                               
3 Name one of the destinations Jo might stop over 
at on the way to Sydney.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                               
4 If you leave a bit of food on your plate in Egypt, 
what does this mean?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                               
5 What did Tom forget the previous week?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                               
6 What online problem is the school trying to 
solve?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                               
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3 Recording 8 Listen to six people talking about 
their neighbours. Match opinions a)–g) with 
speakers 1–6. You do not need all the opinions.
1 Speaker 1        d         
2 Speaker 2                    
3 Speaker 3                    
4 Speaker 4                    
5 Speaker 5                    
6 Speaker 6                    
Good neighbours:
a) are selfless and do things for each other all the 
time.
b) can be trusted.
c) teach their children to be polite and well-
behaved. 
d) are helpful when you need them to be.
e) are considerate towards other people and don’t 
wake them up.
f) mind their own business.
g) will take in parcels for you.
5
Grammar
4 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 He’s the man that son has won the lottery last 
week.
He’s the man whose son won the lottery last week.
2 We wasn’t able to go to Sally’s party last Friday 
because we can’t find a babysitter.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                        .
3 She’s be living in Switzerland since the past five 
years.
                                                                                                                                                               
.
4 There are a few of biscuits, but there isn’t no 
cheese.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                        .
5 I’ve been knowing my best friend Michael for 
primary school.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                        .
6 She got new laptop for her birthday, that she 
loved.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                        .
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5 Choose the correct answers to complete the 
text, a), b) or c).
Chinese billionaire Li Jinyuan, 1                a              is the 
twenty-fourth richest person in China, is 2                                         
special kind of boss. When 3                                         President of 
the Tiens Group decided to treat 4                                         of his 
staff to a holiday, he paid around £24 million for 
half his workforce (5                                         incredible 6,400 
employees) to go on a four-day trip to France. The 
staff 6                                         went on this vacation went to Paris 
for a few days first and 7                                         able to visit the 
Eiffel Tower and the Louvre. They then travelled 
by train to the South of France, 8                                         they 
stayed in four and five-star hotels in Monaco and 
Cannes. During 9                                         four-day period, an 
amazing 30,000 hotel rooms were booked. This 
generous act is something 
10                                         has benefited his staff as well as his 
company and has also 11                                         the French 
economy.
1 a) who b) whose c) which
2 a) a b) an c) the
3 a) a b) an c) the
4 a) a plenty b) a lot c) a lots
5 a) - b) a c) an
6 a) whose b) that c) which
7 a) wasn’t b) was c) were
8 a) where b) which c) who
9 a) a b) an c) the
10 a) who b) whose c) which
11 a) help b) helped c) been helped
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Vocabulary
6 Complete the sentences with the prepositions 
in the box. 
about at for in on over with
1 If you work hard                at                school, it will help you 
in the future.
2 Mami has a natural talent                                         painting so 
I’m not surprised she’s applied to do an Arts 
degree.
3 I’ve just been watching an interesting programme
which focused                                         technology in education.
4 Few famous actors became successful without 
really believing                                         themselves.
5 Don’t worry                                         Rosie, she has travelled a 
lot and knows how to look after herself.
6 Why don’twe invite Ben                                         for the 
weekend?
7 When Kevin was a teenager he often used to 
argue                                         his parents.
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7 Underline the correct alternative.
1 We need to keep our corporate/personal website 
up to date so people can find out about any 
changes within the company.
2 Simon has had a driving certificate/licence for 
over twenty years.
3 How lovely to see you! Please come in and make/
do yourself at home.
4 Alice is not a nosy person and prefers to get/mind
her own business.
5 Charlie’s decided to do a plumbing 
degree/apprenticeship as she wants to learn 
practical skills and have a trade.
6 If you want to hire a car, there’s a really good car 
rental/park on Princes’ Street.
7 Have you met anyone interesting through the 
dating/rating site you joined?
8 Sounds like you had a long journey. Why don’t 
you sit down and have/put your feet up?
9 Henry’s got a real expert/aptitude for learning 
languages and can now speak five different ones.
10 Our neighbours’ dogs often disturb/nuisance us 
as they make a lot of noise all the time.
9
8 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 They’ve been building a lot of semi-       detached           
houses around here.
DETACH
2 My cousin Dan has always been a high
so I’m not surprised he got a first for his degree.
ACHIEVE
3 I agree that the new                                                             estate they are 
planning will create new jobs in the area.
INDUSTRY
4 This knife is absolutely                                                             . It doesn’t 
cut properly.
USE
5 She’s got this wonderful                                                             to make 
people feel at home.
ABLE
6 What’s the name of that new photo                                                             
website? Not Flickr but the other one.
SHARE
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Function
9 Match questions 1–6 with responses a)–f).
1 Is this a bad time to pop round?        b          
2 Did I do something wrong?                     
3 My apologies. I didn’t realise you were
busy. I’ll come back later.                     
4 Do I need to wear a long dress?                     
5 What should I do if they serve fish?
I don’t like it.                     
6 Is it OK if I smoke at the table?                     
a) Yes, I think you do as it’s quite a formal 
occasion.
b) No. Please come in.
c) If I were you, I’d try to eat a little bit.
d) It’s OK. I won’t be long.
e) No, you’d better not. It’s considered rather rude.
f) It’s OK – we can sort it out.
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10 Match gaps 1–11 in the conversation with
a)–k) below.
A: 1                a                 , social networking sites are a 
complete waste of time. The reason 2                                         
this is because you can communicate with 
people better in so many other ways.
B: Yes, I 3                                         people spend too much time on
these sites, but I 4                                         say that they can be 
useful. 5                                         , you can contact all your 
family and friends at the same time.
A: Yes, I agree, but that’s not always an advantage.
For 6                                         , you don’t have much privacy. 
7                                         said before, you could keep in touch 
with people by email.
B: Yes, I prefer to use email, too. I don’t like 
everybody else’s friends to see my news and 
photos. 8                                         said that, sites like Facebook 
can be very convenient in some situations. 
9                                         give you an example. When I was on 
holiday in India last year, I 10                                         to contact
family and friends, send them photos and let 
them know where I was, all in one go! It was 
really useful.
A: Yes, 11                                         see your point. But in my view, 
you could do that just as easily via email.
a) For me g) I say
b) must h) do think
c) Like I i) Having
d) was able j) I do
e) Let me k) one thing
f) For example
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Reading
11 Read the article. Look at the sentences on 
the next page and write true (T) or false (F).
Dr Maggie Aderin-Pocock, Space Scientist
Born to Nigerian parents in London, my journey to 
success as a space scientist has not been easy. 
When I was young, I was moved around a lot 
because of family problems and ended up going to 
a total of thirteen different schools. I was also 
discovered to be dyslexic* and was often placed in 
the remedial classes*2 as a result. Although I had 
dreams and ambitions for my future from an early 
age, when I told teachers that I wanted to become 
an astronaut and go to the Moon I was encouraged 
instead to go into nursing, a career which they 
considered to be more suitable for me.
Fortunately my family, especially my father, gave 
me a lot of real support and encouraged me to 
follow my dreams. Without this I may never have 
succeeded in leaving school with high grades in 
A-level maths, physics, chemistry and biology. 
These results made it possible for me to then face 
the challenge of doing a physics degree at Imperial 
College London, which I completed in 1990. After 
which, I went on to gain a PhD in mechanical 
engineering.
My career in space science has, over the years, 
given me opportunities to work on a wide range of 
exciting projects around the world and I have now 
become one of the presenters of The Sky at Night, 
which is a TV programme about astronomy*3. 
Although I enjoy all the elements of my current 
work, I am now also keen to encourage more 
children, particularly girls, into science. It remains 
a very male-dominated profession even in this day 
and age. I strongly believe that science can have a 
huge impact on our lives and know from personal 
experience that if you have a dream and work hard, 
you can succeed. I appreciate every day how lucky 
I am to love the work I do, and I still have a dream 
to fulfil in my future: to retire to Mars.
*A learning difficulty that affects the skills involved in accurate 
and fluent reading and spelling.
*2 Low-level classes for students unable to keep up with the work
in the ordinary classes.
*3 An area of science which studies space.
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1 Becoming a space scientist came easily to 
Maggie.    F       
2 Maggie’s childhood was a stable one.
                       
3 Her teachers didn’t believe her dream was 
achievable.                    
 
4 Before deciding to become a scientist, she
had thought about becoming a nurse.
                       
5 Without support from her family, Maggie is 
unlikely to have got the A levels she did.
                       
6 Her only area of real interest was physics.
                       
7 A varied career has allowed her to work on 
projects abroad.
                       
8 Maggie is about to start presenting an
astronomy programme on TV.
                       
9 Maggie wishes to share her enthusiasm with 
young people and inspire more girls to get into 
science.                    
 
10 There are more female scientists than males.
                       
11 When she stops working, she’d love to
live the rest of her life on another planet.
                   
 
10
12 Read the text again and underline the 
correct answer, a), b), c) or d).
1 In this text, Maggie is describing
a) the journey she took to get where she is today. 
b) the challenges of the profession she works in.
c) the difficulties she faced at university.
d) how hard it is for women to become scientists.
2 What does Maggie say about her school days?
a) Her teachers didn’t knowshe was dyslexic.
b) She spent a lot of time in the lowest class.
c) Her parents didn’t care if she did badly.
d) She was always put into the top class.
3 When talking about her family, Maggie says that
a) she couldn’t have succeeded without them.
b) they never encouraged her at school.
c) her mum was her biggest supporter.
d) her parents wanted her to go into nursing.
4 What does Maggie feel is important in our lives?
a) Getting a job in science
b) Having the chance to go to university
c) Following our dreams
d) Having a passion for life
5 Why does Maggie feel she is lucky?
a) Because she has worked hard and succeeded.
b) Because she has travelled widely with her job.
c) Because she has become a TV celebrity.
d) Because she has a passion for her work.
6 What might Maggie say about her future goal?
a) ‘I’m happy I can retire to somewhere different.’
b) ‘While it’s not possible yet, I’ll make it happen.’
c) ‘I’m not sure it’ll be possible but perhaps 
someone else will make it happen.’
d) ‘It’s highly unlikely to ever become reality.’
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Writing
13 Join the sentences using the words in 
brackets. Make any necessary changes.
1 It’s a formal party. Men should wear a dark suit. 
Women should wear an evening dress.
(so / and)
It’s a formal party    so    men should wear a dark    
suit    and    women should wear an evening dress.   
2 He isn’t very reliable. He never does what he 
promises to do. He’s always late.
(because / and)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                    .
3 The buses never come on time. This makes me 
very angry. I often get to work late.
(which / because)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                    .
4 I wanted a new challenge. I left my job in 
marketing. I’m studying ceramics at college.
(so / and now)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                    .
5 I get a lot of emails from friends. They want me 
to join a social networking site. I always refuse.
(who / but)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                    .
6 They’ve been living in Oxford. It’s a very historic
city. It’s famous for its university.
(which / also)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                    .
5
14 Write an internet post about a recent 
challenge or achievement. Use the ideas 
below to help you. Write 120–180 words.
What did the challenge/achievement involve?
What did you learn from this experience?10
Total: 100
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Listening
1 Recording 9 Listen to the conversation and 
complete the notes.
Name: Oasis 1                Bar                        
Location: 3 2                                         Lane, Oxford
Type of food: Moroccan
Décor: Authentic Moroccan with traditional 
3                                         and lamps.
Atmosphere: Dine by candlelight; relaxing and
 ⁴                                            .
Early dinner: from 5.00 to 7.00p.m.
Price: 5£                                         
Late dinner: Two-course meal
Price: £17.95
Wine included: 6 Yes / No
Typical dishes: Lamb, fish and lemon 7
tagines; vegetable couscous
Specialises in: 8                                         from Marrakech
Speciality: ‘Bastilla’, made of filo pastry, 
chicken, almonds, 9                                         and cinnamon
Booking necessary: 10 Yes / No
Phone number: 01865 11                                        
10
2 Recording 10 Listen and answer the questions 
below. 
1 In which year did Alexander von Humboldt die?
       1859                                                                                                                                                                                                                          
                                               
2 In which year did he return from his Latin 
American journey?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
3 Name three of the Latin America countries 
Alexander von Humboldt travelled to.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
4 What did he achieve by climbing Mount 
Chimborazo?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
5 What did Von Humboldt’s scientific exploration 
of Latin America lead him to becoming in 
Europe?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
6 What did he suggest about Africa and South 
America?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
5
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Grammar
3 Choose the correct answers to complete the 
text, a), b), c) or d).
An equal right
When people talk about those who fought for 
women to gain the right to vote (known as 
‘suffrage’) in the UK, they don’t often mention 
Alice Hawkins. It is usually the Pankhurst family 
who 1                b                  remembered for their part in the 
women’s suffrage movement, but Alice Hawkins 
played an important role.
She 2                                             born in Stafford in 1863 and began 
working in a shoe factory at the age of thirteen. 
While working making shoes she saw that women 
3                                         paid a lot less than their male colleagues 
and that their working conditions were shown 
4                                         a lot worse. So she decided 5                                         
something about this and joined the shoe trade 
union.
Luckily the shoe factory she worked for 6                                         
as a worker’s cooperative and employees 7                                            
encouraged to take part in political activity. Whilst 
trying to improve women’s conditions at work, 
Alice 8                                         also fought for women to have the 
right to vote and frequently gave public speeches. 
She was often shouted at by people who didn’t want
women to vote, but promised 9                                         the fight 
whatever the opposition. She was often warned 
10                                         public speeches and was arrested many 
times. She was imprisoned five times in total, but 
she never gave up. If she had done, women may 
never 11                                         the right to vote.
1 a) - b) are
c) is being d) has been
2 a) - b) is
c) was d) has been
3 a) are b) were
c) were been d) has been 
4 a) be b) being
c) to be d) to been
5 a) to do b) doing
c) do d) that to do
6 a) formed b) was been formed
c) was formed d) will be formed 
7 a) - b) were
c) was being d) will be 
8 a) - b) was
c) was being d) has been
9 a) continue b) continuing
c) to continue d) that continuing 
10 a) to give b) that giving
c) not to giving d) not to give
11 a) gained b) has gained
c) have gained d) be gaining
10
4 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 I know Sam would’ve paid me if I saw him. He 
said he already would have the money.
I know Sam would’ve paid me if I’d seen him. He 
said he already had the money   .  
2 My computer’s been repaired at the moment. They
promised that it was ready today.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                .
3 They recommended to try the new Thai place in 
town and suggested we trying the green curry.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                .
4 We had gone to the party if we would’ve known 
you were going too.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                                .
5 The thief is arrested quite quickly, but the 
paintings were never been found.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                            .
6 She promised taking me for a drive in her Jaguar, 
which she will give for her twenty-first birthday.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                        .
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Vocabulary
5 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 He always        mispronouncesmy name. It’s 
Suzanne, not Susan.
PRONOUNCE
2 Every summer I have to                                                                                 the 
insurance policy I have for my car.
NEW
3 I knew she                                                                                 of my new boyfriend 
by the annoyed look on her face whenever he 
spoke.
APPROVE
4 It’s almost impossible not to like him. He’s so
.
CHARISMA
5 The                                                                                 of democracy was 
established by the Greeks over 2,000 years ago.
FOUND
6 Pencillin was one of the most important medical
made in the twentieth century.
DISCOVER
7 Birchbox is an                                                                                 company which 
sends cosmetics to customers on a monthly basis.
INNOVATE
8 Mia works long hours so she tends to buy
meals, which have been cooked in advance and 
only need to be heated up.
PREPARE
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9 It is strange how an actor can be                                                                                 
one minute and then become famous over night.
KNOW
8
6 Underline the correct alternative.
1 I recommend/warn sitting in an aisle/a window 
seat if you want to see the views.
2 The younger generation/era has become 
increasingly aware of the effects of climate 
change in the last few ages/decades.
3 If you come by/in car, it’s a good idea to do/have a
break before you reach the M4.
4 If you get your windows insulated/double-glazed 
and make sure your rubbish is processed/recycled,
you’ll be helping the environment.
5 Give/Make me a call when you have come/made a 
decision about the weekend.
6 They misjudged/misunderstood my orders, 
although I explained/offered them three times.
7 I warned/suggested that it would be a good idea to
underestimate/overestimate how much food we’d 
need to ensure that we didn’t run out of anything.
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Function
7 Complete the travel tips with the phrases in the
box. Use capital letters where necessary.
be careful don’t leave have a tendency
make sure most important on the whole
watch out were you whatever you 
you’d better you need
1 Make sure you always drink bottled water and 
avoid eating food from street stalls. 
2 If I                                                                                 , I’d take a spare set of 
clothing with me in my hand luggage.
3                                                                                 do, don’t get in a taxi before you
have agreed on the price of the fare.
4                                                                                 with your personal belongings –
them on your seat in the train when you go to the 
toilet.
5 The                                                                                 thing is to make sure you 
use sun cream when you go outside. It’s going to 
be ever so hot at this time of year.
6                                                                                 for anyone who offers to carry 
your bags but isn’t wearing the hotel uniform.
7                                                                                 lock all your valuables in the 
hotel safe when you go out in the daytime. 
8                                                                                 to allow plenty of time before 
your flight, I’d suggest arriving at the airport three
hours early.
9 Thieves                                                                                 to target tourists who 
wear expensive jewellery, so make sure you don’t.
10                                                                                 , the city centre is a safe place 
to walk around at night.
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8 Complete the conversations with responses
a)–f) below.
1 A: Which football team has won the most World 
Cup finals in the history of the sport?
B: 1                 c                 
A: No, sorry, it’s Brazil. They’ve won it five 
times! 
B: I knew that. I just couldn’t remember.
2 A: What’s the capital of Canada?
B: 2                                         
 A: Sorry, the capital is Ottawa.
B: Oh really? 3                                         How interesting.
3 A: Who has won the most Olympic Gold metals?
B: I used to know that. 4                                         
A: No, you’re right. It’s the swimmer Michael 
Phelps.
B: 5                                         
4 A: Which actress has had the most Oscar 
nominations?
B: I have no idea.
A: Meryl Streep, of course. She’s had nineteen!
B: 6                                         
a) It’s definitely not the athlete Carl Lewis.
b) I had no idea.
c) I’m not one hundred percent sure, but it might be 
Italy.
d) Has she? I didn’t know that.
e) I was just about to say his name!
f) I’m fairly sure it’s Toronto.
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Reading
9 Read the article opposite and complete the 
gaps with headings a–f below.
a) A woodland construction
b) Safe, enduring and unusual
c) The final flight home
d) Another idea in the air
e) Catching on to grounded flights
f) Taking his time to recycle 
1 c 
An old Boeing 727 aeroplane might not be most 
people’s idea of home, but to Bruce Campbell that is
exactly what it has become. The retired electrical 
engineer from Oregon, USA, who has a passion for 
aircraft, has spent over $200,000 creating a rather 
special home for himself. 
2 
What he did was buy a retired Boeing 727, which he
then took apart. Next, he had the pieces transported 
to a ten-acre plot of land he already owned on the 
outskirts of Portland and rebuilt the aeroplane in the 
woods.
3 
Creating this unique home has been a slow process 
and so far has taken over fifteen years but Bruce is 
careful to reuse as much as he can of the old 
aeroplane. He has turned the cockpit* into his 
reading room, made one of the bathrooms usable 
again, put in a temporary shower and added a clear 
floor so that you can see the original structure of the 
plane. His unusual home also contains a sleeping 
area and a workable kitchen. 
4 
At present Bruce lives in his aeroplane for six 
months of the year and spends the other six in Japan.
As well as finishing the Portland plane project,
he also has another idea that he is considering for 
the future: to buy another retired aeroplane and 
create a second home in Japan. 
5 
So why is Bruce so keen on converting*2 disused 
aeroplanes into homes? He says there are many 
reasons but that retired airliners are strong, well 
designed, secure and made out of materials that will 
last. They also make an interesting and unusual 
home and are fun to live in. 
6 
Perhaps in the future, as more and more aeroplanes 
are retired around the world, other people will copy 
his ideas. At least in this way, the aeroplanes would 
not become waste and would instead be re-used in a 
way which has a positive impact on both the 
environment and the people who decide to make 
them home.
* the front part of the aeroplane from which the pilot controls the
aeroplane
*2 changing the structure and function of
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10 Read the article again. Underline true (T) or 
false (F).
1 Bruce used to work as an aircraft engineer. T / F
2 After he bought the plane, he found the
perfect place to move it to. T / F
3 Bruce’s new home has so far cost him
nearly $200,000 to renovate. T / F
4 He had no choice but to strip the plane
down to get it to its new location. T / F
5 Bruce has kept as many of the plane’s
original features as possible. T / F
6 Bruce now lives in the USA and Japan. T / F
7He is currently looking for an old
aeroplane to convert in Japan. T / F
8 He thinks planes work perfectly as homes. T / F
9 Bruce finds living in a plane entertaining. T / F
10 Converting planes into homes might
become a more popular idea in the future. T / F
11 The notion of reusing old planes makes 
environmental sense. T / F
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Writing
11 Rewrite the sentences using the words in 
brackets.
1 The restaurant was expensive. We decided to go 
home and get an Indian takeaway instead.
(so/that)
The restaurant was so expensive that we decided 
to go home and get an Indian takeaway instead   .  
2 She always boasts about how much money she 
has. She enjoys talking about her luxury lifestyle. 
(furthermore)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
3 There’s no doubt that he’s a very charming 
individual. He hasn’t any talent at all as an artist! 
(while)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
4 It was a hot, noisy and overcrowded nightclub.
I felt quite unwell the following morning.
(such/that)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
5 David will never get the kind of job he really 
wants. He needs to make a lot more effort.
(unless)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
                                                                           
.
6 The play was absolutely wonderful. The theatre 
was so hot and crowded that I almost fell asleep!
(although)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           
                                                .
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12 Write a review of a restaurant that you have 
been to. Use the ideas below to help you and 
use linking words from Exercise 11 where 
possible. Write 120–150 words.
What was the restaurant like? What did you order? 
How was the food and service?
Was the meal worth the money you paid?
Would you recommend the restaurant? (Why/why 
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Listening
1 Recording 11 Listen and tick (ü) the correct 
answer, a), b) or c).
1 Jo could be                                         Native American.
5% 15% 50%
a)                     b)                     c)        ü       
2 The floor stopped moving after the woman                                     .
got dressed went outside got under the table
a)                     b)                     c)                     
3 Laughing when stressed can make you feel                                     .
confused better satisfied
a)                     b)                     c)                     
4 Nate is                                         about Jane’s first job.
 jealous amused surprised
a)                     b)                     c)                     
5 The shop doesn’t have a                                         .
price list computer dishwasher
a)                     b)                     c)                     
6 The man thinks self-parking cars are                                         .
effective a waste of time too expensive
a)                     b)                     c)                     
5
2 Recording 11 Listen again and decide if the 
following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1 Jo’s family tree showed that she has distant relatives 
from sub-Saharan Africa.  F      
2 The woman followed the advice given to
 her about what to do in an earthquake.                
3 The man thinks people might be concerned
if someone started laughing when stressed.                
4 Nate admits that he only enjoyed being a
parking attendant when the weather was
good.                
5 The customer is running out of time and
decides to buy the smaller dishwasher.                
6 Alice’s mum no longer needs anyone to
help her park her car.                
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3 Recording 12 Listen and answer the questions 
below. 
1 Where was the Virtual Doctors project implemented?
       Rural areas (of Zambia)   .  _________________
2 How many doctors are there in Zambia? 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                
3 Why does it often take people in rural areas
days to reach their nearest healthcare centres?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                
4 When did Virtual Doctors do their first telemedicine 
trial?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                
5 Which college is helping the Virtual Doctors
to develop their telemedicine project?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                
6 What are Virtual Doctors currently working on?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                
5
Grammar
4 Complete the sentences with the correct form of 
the verbs in brackets.
1 Do you need to set an alarm to wake you up 
tomorrow morning? What time does your flight 
leave? (leave)
2 It’s your own fault that you’re so tired today. You
so late last night watching that terrible film! (stay up)
3 On holiday last year, I                                                             along the beach 
when I suddenly                                                             someone shouting for 
help. Fortunately, there was a lifeguard nearby. (run, 
hear)
4 I                                                             how to contact my friend because I
my phone and had no other way of getting in touch 
with her. (not know, lost)
5 I know it’s hard to believe, but Jo                                                             to 
have lost her car keys again! You                                                             them 
anywhere by any chance, have you?
(seem, not see)
6 Suzanna and Christopher look absolutely terrified! 
Poor things! They                                                             in a helicopter 
before, have they? (fly)
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5 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 When we were young we will would often be 
spending spend hours playing in the woods behind 
our home.
2 Are Marie and Rob likely want something to eat 
when they are arriving tomorrow?
3 Alex has been the national diving champion twice 
before he was winning his first Olympic gold medal.
4 Why is it that whenever I chose the shortest queue in 
a shop, it is always slowest than the other ones?
5 When Bob took practice sessions more seriously, he 
could be winning his next game. 
6 You know I would’ve lend you some money if you 
told me you were in trouble.
5
6 Complete the text with one word in each gap. 
New words, same language
As with most languages, the English language 1             is           
constantly developing as a result of changes occurring 
around the world, particularly to do with technology 
and forms of social communication.
2                                         you were to try and find a list of new words 
from the current year, you would be likely 3find many you have 4                                         heard of, simply 
because there are so many new words being created. 
Do you know, for example, what an earworm is? And 
has anyone 5                                         called you an infomaniac or said 
you have a tech neck? Let’s hope not.
An earworm, just 6                                         you know, is a tune or 
song that gets stuck in your head and keeps repeating 
itself over and over again. What about an infomaniac? 
Surely you can guess this one. Well, it actually refers 
to someone who 7                                         always checking and 
responding to emails and text messages. I’m sure most 
people can think 8                                         someone like this if they 
try. And then there’s tech neck. Could you work out 9
that means? It’s hardly a compliment as it refers to the 
wrinkles and lines around the neck that are caused by 
frequently looking down at phones, tablets, etc. So, 
next time you meet up with a friend and they’re 10
interested in checking their emails than talking to you, 
you could teach them 11                                         few new words to get 
the conversation started.
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Vocabulary
7 Match 1–7 with a)–g).
1 Children who grow up in a bilingual home         e     
2 Nate has always been into psychological                    
3 There’s going to be a vote to decide if we
go on strike                    
4 Liz had found the exam a piece of                    
5 These days you have to think outside the                    
6 Janice hates doing housework so she
bought a robot vacuum                    
7 The first time he tried to chat someone                    
a) cleaner that sweeps the floor for her.
b) over pay or find an alternative approach.
c) thrillers and loves the mix of mystery, action and 
horror.
d) box if you’re searching for a job with career 
prospects.
e) can develop more than one mother tongue.
f) up was a complete failure because he was so 
nervous.
g) cake, having spent weeks revising for it.
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8 Underline the correct alternative.
1 My brother loves acting and always takes part on/in 
school plays.
2 I got/made on with Gina immediately. She’s such a 
friendly and warm person, it’s impossible not to.
3 If you dropped it by chance/mistake, you should 
apologise.
4 Chris has said/told so many lies over the years that I 
can’t believe a word he says. 
5 In the long term/time, it is hoped that scientists will 
find a cure for all diseases.
6 It was obvious that the class weren’t 
hearing/listening so I stopped speaking until I had 
their attention.
7 Ahmet has been promoted to middle management 
and is now in charge/run of a small team.
8 Wendy was on the way to the airport when her car 
crashed/broke down.
9 When was the last time you did something really 
embarrassing/embarrassed?
10 We were very worried about missing/losing our jobs
during the economic crisis.
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9 Complete the words in the sentences.
1 The class is showing a lot more e n t h u s iasm for 
maths since the arrival of the new teacher.
2 Sheila never listens to music while studying – she 
says she gets too dis                                                         by it and it 
stops her from being able to concentrate.
3 A lot of people who spend hours commuting to big 
cities for work find it completely
ex                                                                 and would prefer to live closer 
so they don’t have to get up so early.
4 The police gave a press conference to share the 
results of their recent                                                                         tion. 
5 There are fewer                                 less people sleeping on the 
streets now there are more shelters for them.
6 To avoid cultural mis                                                                                                      
when visiting another country, it is always a good 
idea to find out about its culture before travelling 
there.
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Function
10 Cross out the response that is not possible.
1 If we want to move forward, we’ll have to simplify 
our company structure.
a) What exactly do you mean?
b) I’m afraid I can’t.
c) I don’t get what you’re saying.
2 I really feel this issue needs further discussion.
a) I’d have to say I agree.
b) What did you do?
c) You must be joking!
3 The next thing I knew, I was lying in a hospital bed.
a) So what had happened?
b) Really?
c) I see what you mean.
4 You’ll never guess what. Simon and I have got 
engaged!
a) Congratulations!
b) Exactly!
c) You’re joking! 
5 Would you mind if I asked you a few questions?
a) Yes, definitely.
b) Sure, go ahead.
c) Of course not.
6 Anyway, in the end, we had to sleep in the airport!
a) That’s awful!
b) You’re kidding!
c) Have you?
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11 Match gaps 1–6 in the conversation with 
a)–f) below.
A: So, let’s decide when to hold the school’s charity 
run. In 1         f            , April would be the best month.
B: Mmm… I’m not sure 2                                         , actually. Don’t 
you remember what happened last year? Everyone 
was halfway through the race when 
3                                         there was a thunderstorm and we had to 
stop it.
C: That’s right! It was a complete disaster! What 
4                                         it sometime in the summer when the 
weather is better?
A: That’s a 5                                         , actually. How about if we hold 
it in August?
B: I’m 6                                         won’t be practical because the 
children will be on summer holidays. Let’s check 
our diaries and see when might work…
a) about doing
b) afraid that
c) all of a sudden
d) that I agree
e) good point
f) my opinion
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12 Complete the sentences with the phrases in the 
box. There are two phrases you do not need.
ask you about fine by me have a look
should think you know you mean
 you must you repeat
1 Could you repeat the last part, please? Sorry, I didn’t 
hear what time we have to meet on Friday.
2 If we’re going to organise a party for Mum and 
Dad’s anniversary, we                                                                                 carefully 
about the best location for it.
3 Excuse me. Do                                                                                 whether Mr Bracey
is going to attend today’s management meeting
or not?
4 Well, let me                                                                                 at my appointments 
book. Mmm… I’m afraid I don’t have any free time 
on Thursday 5th but I could fit you in on the 6th. 
Would 10.30a.m. work for you?
5 If you need to cancel the trip this weekend, that’s
. We can always rearrange it for another time.
6 Do                                                                                 to say that the bank has refused 
to lend us the money we need? Whatever are we 
going to do?
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13 Read the article and complete the gaps with 
paragraph headings a–f.
1 b These days, identity theft through the internet 
is a very real danger. While some people are cautious
about the websites they use and the information they 
share, others are not. 
2 The criminals who target us know exactly 
what they are looking for. They also have a very 
clear idea of how they will use our information. The 
biggest problem is that we don’t understand exactly 
what information they are trying to find. Perhaps if 
we did, we’d be more careful when using the 
internet. 
3 So, what can we do to keep our identity safe 
online? Well, the first piece of advice would be to 
install anti-virus software on the equipment you are 
using andto make sure it’s kept up-to-date. 
4 Second, it’s important to create new 
passwords for different websites. Never use the same 
one for two sites or purposes, especially the one 
which accesses your main email account. 
5 Remember also to only use secure online sites 
when you shop online and to use public wi-fi with 
extreme caution. People don’t realise that when 
they’re using this, it is incredibly easy for hackers to 
access their data. You should only use wi-fi 
hotspots* for things you don’t mind being public. 
6 So, the next time you’re about to do some 
online banking or type in a password for a social 
networking site, stop and think. Ask yourself if you 
really want all the information you’re about to share 
to go public.
* a physical location giving wireless internet access
a) Diversify access d) Remember where you are
b) A modern threat e) Public vulnerability
c) Discriminate thieves f) Protect your equipment
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14 Read the article again. Underline True (T) or 
False (F).
1 People are becoming more careful about
how they use the internet. T / F 
2 People don’t know what these criminals
want so they don’t consider the dangers. T / F
3 Regular updates are optional if you want
to keep anti-virus software effective. T / F
4 Don’t worry if you use the same password
 for a few less important sites. T / F
5 Using wi-fi hotspots will help make your
information accessible to everyone. T / F
6 It’s a good idea to always consider what
information you are sharing with everyone. T / F
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Writing
15 Complete the sentences with the words and 
phrases in the box. You do not need all the 
options.
although by the time during
it’s possible that might probably
until while 
1 I like eating organic food               although           it is often 
quite expensive.
2 She always leaves it                                                                                 the last minute
to revise for exams. She says that feeling under 
pressure helps her focus. 
3 Most people                                                                                 couldn’t live without 
their mobile phones these days.
4                                                                                 Derek didn’t understand why you 
were upset with him.
5                                                                                 I heard the news, it was too late.
6 Ali listens to classical music                                                                                 he’s 
studying as it helps him concentrate.
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16 Write an essay about the advantages and 
disadvantages of mobile phones.
Write 120–180 words.
It is easy to understand why so many people use 
mobile phones in their everyday lives
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
 
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                           
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1 Recording 13 Listen to a teacher talking about 
a school trip and complete the notes.
Visit to the Science Museum
Date: 1        27th May         
Coach leaves at: 2                                                             a.m.
Museum opens: 10a.m. to 3                                                             p.m.
1st guided tour at: 4                                                             
Name of Exhibition: Antenna
Coffee break at: 5                                                             a.m.
Number of themed galleries: 6                                                             
Recommended: Making the 7
World and The Secret Life of the Home
Lunch in: 8                                                                                 area at 
12.30p.m.
IMAX film at: 1.15p.m.
Name of film: Space 9                                                                                 
2nd guided tour at: 2.45p.m.
Name of exhibition: 10                                                                                 
Forward
Free time: 3.45 to 11                                                             p.m.
Home by: 8.00p.m.
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2 Recording 13 Listen again and decide if the 
following sentences are true (T) or false (F).
1 The teacher advises his students to be in
 the car park by 7.30a.m.    F          
2 The Wellcome Wing has exhibitions
about modern art and science.                     
3 The teacher recommends two permanent 
exhibitions on contemporary science.                     
4 The students will watch a film about daily
life on the International Space Station.                     
5 Fast Forward is an exhibition about how
Formula One technology is being adapted
for use in daily life.                     
6 The visit will end with a guided tour of
some interesting new galleries.                     
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Grammar
3 Correct two mistakes in each sentence.
1 I told to her that I wanted becoming a doctor.
I told her that I wanted to become a doctor.
2 Were you hearing that loud noise the last night?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
3 If you will see them, what will you to say?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
4 This museum has been designed from the 
architect Norman Foster in 2012.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
5 He’s the man who’s wife is a professor, isn’t she?
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
6 They explain that they had to leave immediately 
and promised calling us the following day.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       
                                                       
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4 Complete the second sentence so that it means 
the same as the first.
1 We last saw each other six months ago.
We haven’t seen each other for six months.
2 There aren’t many nice places to eat here.
There are only
.
3 If sales don’t improve, I’ll lose my job.
Unless
.
4 They’re building a new factory near the river.
A new factory
.
5 She told him he shouldn’t smoke so much.
She warned
.
6 I wasn’t able to get in touch with her.
I didn’t
.
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5 Complete the text with one word in each gap.
My feet love Spanish
As fellow language learners, you may understand if
I 1             tell               you that I feel different when I speak 
Spanish. While my ‘English’ self is calm and quiet,
my Spanish-speaking one is 2                                                                                 
complete opposite. When I open my mouth 
3                                                                                 express myself in this beautiful 
language I 4                                                                                 a different person: 
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someone who is far 5                                                                                 outgoing. 
Also, when I 6                                                                                 Latin music, my 
feet start itching and I really have to dance. This 
never happens 7                                                                                 my English feet. 
They’ve never 8                                                                                 that keen on 
dancing and probably never 9                                                                                 be. 
So, my question to you 10                                                                                 , how 
do you feel when you speak 11                                                                                 
language?
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6 Match beginnings 1–7 with endings a)–g).
1 What is the most useful learning        e         
2 Do you think we should question the                    
3 If you ever get the opportunity                    
4 I love the old-fashioned costumes in period                    
5 He said it’d be quicker to go by car but
I’d probably have                    
6 I thought she’d decided that we                    
7 If you turn up late, you’ll be lucky to get                    
a) trouble finding a parking space.
b) dramas, don’t you?
c) results of this test? Can they be relied on?
d) should meet her in the main square?
e) strategy when studying a language with a 
different alphabet to your own?
f) to try something new, take it or you’ll regret it 
for the rest of your life!
g) a seat for the match.
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7 Complete the sentences with the words in the 
box. There are two extra words you do not 
need.
close do forgotten left make near off
on proceed up
1 The doctor asked me to take                        off                           my 
shoe so she could examine my ankle.
2 Can you                                                                                 me a favour and 
collect Gina from school this afternoon?
3 It was such a relief to arrive                                                                                 
time after getting stuck in traffic for hours.
4 Debbie has a passion for wildlife so protecting 
animal rights is an issue very                                                                                 to
her heart.
5 Oh no, I’ve just realised that I’ve
my keys at work. I’ll have to go back.
6 You look like you’ve had a hard day. Why don’t 
you sit down and put your feet                                                                                 
?
7 After checking in our luggage we were told to
to security control.
8 If you want tofriends, you need
to be friendly to people and say ‘hello’ to them.
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8 Complete the sentences with the correct form 
of the word in CAPITALS.
1 I think she’s now got a very influential job in the 
government.
INFLUENCE
2 If you’re going to manage your workload in this 
job, you must learn to                                                                                 tasks.
PRIORITY
3 The job market for university graduates is far 
more                                                                                 these days than it used to 
be.
COMPETE
4 I heard a                                                                                 talk about the meaning
of dreams.
FASCINATE
5 My son, who is a scientist, wants to specialise in
engineering.
GENE
6 If you’d arrived on time, Dad wouldn’t have been
so                                                                                 .
ANNOY
7 They were sent home from school for
their teacher.
OBEY
8 My primary school teacher was so
in my education that I will never forget him. 
INFLUENCE
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Function
9 Cross out the response that is not possible.
1 So should I dress up for the meal tonight?
a) I see.
b) Of course.
c) Yes, definitely.
2 I’m afraid our flight has been cancelled.
a) You must be joking.
b) Sorry about that.
c) That’s terrible!
3 Did you know that if you miss breakfast, you 
can’t concentrate so well?
a) Oh, really?
b) I have no idea.
c) Can’t you?
4 What should we get Duncan and Jo for their 
wedding anniversary?
a) You really don’t have to.
b) I don’t know.
c) If I were you, I’d just send them a card.
5 Is it OK to offer to split the bill when you are 
invited to eat out in Thailand?
a) I’m fairly sure it’s considered rude to do that.
b) Sorry, I didn’t know.
c) No, you’d better not, as the host expects to 
pay.
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10 Complete the conversation with words and 
phrases a)–h) below.
A: Have 1                a                   my car keys, Anna?
B: I’m fairly 2                                         I left them on the table.
A: No, I’ve looked there. Did you put them in your 
handbag?
B: It’s possible. I can’t 3                                         . Where is my 
handbag anyway?
A: I 4                                         a clue. You know, I think we should
buy a red carpet!
B: Really? Why red?
A: I read an article about it. Apparently red helps 
you remember details better.
B: What exactly 5                                         mean?
A: Well, for one 6                                         , we’re getting very 
forgetful these days.
B: Yes, but the way I 7                                         , that’s because we
spend lots of time using computers and rely on 
them too much.
A: 8                                         ! I think I’ll try using a red screen on 
mine and see if it makes a difference.
a) you seen e) Exactly
b) remember f) haven’t got
c) thing g) do you
d) sure h) see it
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11 Complete the sentences with the phrases in 
the box. There are two phrases you do not 
need.
You’re joking I’m afraid I can’t
I’m sorry but Whatever you
 Don’t worry about
You lucky thing You’ll never guess
1 Don’t worry about a thing. I’ll find someone else 
who can help with the project.
2                                                                                 do, don’t mention the party 
we’re organising for her fiftieth. It’s a surprise!
3                                                                                 who I bumped into on holiday 
last week! Laurence Vines – your first boyfriend!
Apparently, he’s moving to Los Angeles.
4                                                                                 ! They can’t be getting divorced
already – they only got married two weeks ago!
5                                                                                 I’m not really sure that I am 
capable of taking on this much responsibility so 
soon. I’ve only been in this job for a month.
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Reading
12 Read the article and complete the gaps with 
headings a)–f).
1 d Free climbing is something that takes a lot 
of strength and courage. It involves climbing 
rocks using just your hands and feet. In other 
words, you use ropes and equipment but these do 
not help you climb. Instead, they provide support 
if you fall.
2 In 2014, Americans Tommy Caldwell and 
Kevin Jorgeson became the first people to climb 
an extremely difficult part of the rock El Capitan.
The section they climbed is called Yosemite’s 
Dawn Wall, and is about 3,000 feet high. In 
climbing terms, it is divided into thirty-two rope-
length sections, which are known as ‘pitches’.
3 Caldwell and Jorgeson’s aim was to 
become the first climbers to free climb the 
complete set of thirty-two pitches. But they were 
also going to do it without stopping to return to 
the ground. What’s more, they decided that if 
either of them did fall during a pitch, they would 
restart and complete that pitch before they could 
continue.
4 The first 14 pitches, which were said to 
include some of the more difficult parts of the 
climb, took them only six days to complete. This 
in itself was a personal record for them as they 
had never before got further than pitch 13 in the 
previous years of attempting to climb El Capitan.
5 Two weeks into the climb, Caldwell had 
managed to free climb an impressive twenty out 
of the total thirty-two pitches while Jorgeson was 
having a lot of trouble with pitch 15. For ten days 
he had repeatedly tried to complete this section 
but without success. He knew that if he couldn’t 
complete it, Caldwell would have to continue 
alone. This was not something either one of the 
climbers wanted. 
6 Fortunately, on his eleventh attempt, 
Jorgeson managed to finish pitch 15 and in a 
matter of days, both climbers had reached a 
height of 2,000 feet with only the easier climbing 
left above them. After an incredible nineteen days
spent on the rock, the two young men succeeded 
in reaching the *peak of El Capitan. They had 
achieved their record! 
* The top or summit of a mountain.
a) Americans conquer the Captain
b) If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again
c) Getting past the worst of it
d) Not a hobby for the faint-hearted
e) Perseverance pays off
f) Feet off the earth
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13 Read the text again and choose the correct 
answer, a), b) or c).
1 In free climbing, ropes are used to            c              .
a) help you climb faster
b) give your hands and feet a rest
c) keep you safe
2 In climbing, a ‘pitch’ is                                         .
a) an incredibly difficult climb 
b) the same distance as a length of rope
c) one of thirty-two sections
3 Their climb was harder because they chose
.
a) not to go back to previous pitches
b) to climb the same pitch at the same time
c) to complete it without leaving the rock
4 They                                         in less than a week.
a) finished the easiest part of the climb
b) got the worst part of the climb behind them
c) planned to complete twenty pitches
5 Neither climber                                         .
a) wanted to fail at this record attempt
b) could get past pitch 15 in the first fortnight
c) could finish without the help of the other one
6 Their record climb                                         .
a) involved harder climbs near the end
b) took them to a new height of 2,000 m on El 
Capitan
c) took close to three weeks to complete
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14 Read the article again. Underline true (T) or
false (F).
1 Free climbing requires physical and
mental power. T / F
2 Tommy Jorgeson and Kevin Caldwell 
ascended El Capitanin 2014. T / F
3 They agreed to reclimb a pitch if either of
them fell off. T / F
4 Reaching pitch thirteen was as far as either
climber had ever managed before. T / F
5 Jorgeson took fifteen days to complete
pitch ten. T / F
6 The peak of El Capitan stood at 2,000 feet. T / F
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Writing
15 Underline the correct alternative.
A delicious meal
My most delicious meal ever was chicken soup.
1 However/Furthermore, it wasn’t just the soup that 
was special 2 because/but also where and when it 
was eaten. I was working in Oman 3 while/during 
Ramadan, when Muslims don’t eat or drink from 
sunrise to sunset. 4 Although/However I’m not a 
Muslim, I admired the willpower of my friends so 
much 5 than/that I joined them. It was
6 probably/might one of the most memorable days 
of my life 7 in order to/because it was full of 
emotion. 8 Finally/By the time the sun had begun to 
set, crowds of people gathered in the square
9 which/where the cafés had prepared bowls of 
steaming chicken soup 10 as well as/also sweet 
desserts. 11 Until/As soon as the sun went down, we 
all tasted our first mouthful of soup. Delicious!
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16 Write an essay to answer the following 
question. Use the paragraph notes to help 
you. Write 150–200 words.
If you could choose to be a famous person from 
history, who would you choose, and why?
Paragraph 1: Explain who the person is and why 
they are famous. 
Paragraph 2: Give two or three reasons why you 
would choose to be them.
Paragraph 3: Say what things you would do 
differently from them, and why.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                   
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   
                                                                                       
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Unit test 1
1: 2 b) 3 a) 4 c) 5 a) 6 b) 7 c) 8 
a) 9 b) 10 b) 11 c)
2: 2 ’s living, doesn’t have
3 Did (you) hear, sounded
4 play, take 5 wasn’t, was visiting
6 don’t remember, moved
3: 2 accuracy 3 bilingual
4 mother tongue 5 skill 6 jargon
4: 2 member 3 partner
4 classmate 5 fiancé 6 mentor
5: 2  3 take do 4 going taking
5 getting going 6 
6: 2 e) 3 b) 4 c) 5 d) 6 f)
7: 1 query 2 aspect, suppose
3 couple, First 4 thing
8: 2 a) 3 b) 4 c) 5 b)
Unit test 2
1: 2 a) 3 c) 4 b) 5 a) 6 c) 7 b) 8 
a) 9 c) 10 b) 11 b)
2: 2 remembered, ’d/had left
3 were waiting, checked
4 got, had gone 5 was driving, fell
6 was telling, ’d/had forgotten
3: 2 period dramas 3 biopic
4 psychological thrillers 5 disaster
6 mysteries
4: 2 by 3 in 4 in 5 on 6 on 7 in
5: 2 destroyed, floods
3 armed fugitive
4 demonstration, violent
5 hostages, released 6 strike, pay
6: 2 telling 3 tell 4 said 5 say
7: 2 j) 3 e) 4 i) 5 a) 6 d) 7 k) 8 h)
9 c) 10 g) 11 f)
Unit test 3
1: 1 is it going to
2 is travelling, Will she visit,
’s staying 3 are you going to, might 
not do, ’ll just relax 4 ’re playing, 
I’ll, I’ll check
2: 2 will, unlikely, probably 3 going to
4 will, will 5 may not, going to, 
could be 6 not going to
3: 2 distracted, wastes 3 ahead, 
deadline 4 prioritise
4: 2 The In the 3 years years’
4  5 near the near
5: 2 horse 3 eye 4 cake 5 hand
6 rat 7 cup
6: 2 We left home at 7.30 because we 
thought the concert started at 8.
3 When Cesar answered the door he 
didn’t recognise me at first.
4 I didn’t prepare the presentation as I
didn’t realise the meeting was today.
5 After calling the wrong number I 
was told that there were two hotels 
with the same name. 
6 I had expected to see my old 
schoolfriend Dan at the party but it 
was a different Dan who came.
7: 2 c) 3 b) 4 a) 5 b) 6 a) 7 c) 8 
c)
9 a) 10 b) 11 b)
Unit test 4
1: 2 a) 3 c) 4 b) 5 b) 6 c) 7 b) 8 
a) 9 c) 10 a) 11 c) 
2: 2 was 3 wasn’t 4 didn’t 5 used
6 had 7 would 8 used 9 visited
10 would 11 found
3: 2 e) 3 d) 4 a) 5 f) 6 b) 
4: 2 heard 3 remind 4 left 5 fun
6 listen to
5: 2 wonderful 3 freezing 4 delicious
5 exhausted 6 awful
6: 2 c) 3 c) 4 a) 5 b) 6 b)
7: 2 Let’s focus 3 really feel that 
4 not sure 5 way I see
6 good point 7 moving on
8 a good idea 9 we need to
10 OK by 11 Let’s sum
Unit test 5
1: 2 cheaper, the safest 3 lower, higher
4 busier, the most delicious
5 more economical, easier
6 the quickest, better 
2: 2 did she 3 have you 4 has she
5 was he 6 isn’t he 7 are they
8 didn’t you 9 won’t they
10 hasn’t he 11 will they
3: 2 vaccination
3 Communications satellites 
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4 Antibiotics 5 Solar power
6 genetic engineering
4: 2 debate 3 look into 4 quarrel
5 reply 6 research
5: 2 hopeless 3 painful 4 messy
5 effective 6 responsible
6: 2 strange noise 3 out (of) order 
4 computer (has) crashed
5 switching (it) off 6 memory stick
7: 2 b) 3 c) 4 c) 5 a) 6 c) 7 a) 8 c)
9 a) 10 b) 11 b)
Unit test 6
1: 2 feel 3 ’s 4 don’t 5 do 6 ’s
7 ’ll be 8 lose 9 won’t 10 invite
11 ’m
2: 2 being be 3  4 will win won
5 could would 6 crashes crashed
7  8 won’t wouldn’t
9 borrowed borrow 10 is 11 
3: 2 worried 3 embarrassing
4 satisfied 5 confused 6 relaxing
4: 2 b) 3 c) 4 d) 5 a) 6 c)
5: 2 When I get the bus home it’s 
usually so busy that I can’t get a seat./
It’s usually so busy when I get the 
bus home that I can’t get a seat.
3 Neil was surprised that no one 
complained when people jumped the 
queue.
4 Carla is running the marathon to 
raise money for cancer research.
5 Janet used to get her hair cut by one
of her mum’s friends. 
6 The local school is holding a plant 
sale on Saturday to raise money for a 
new bus.
6: 2 making 3 promoted 4 place
5 tone 6 give
7: 2 afraid, joking
3 something, pleased
4 sorry, terrible
5 good, Congratulations
6 shame, done 
Unit test 7
1: 2 I haven’t/have not seen her since 
the summer holidays.
3 What have you been doing all 
morning?
4 I’ve/I have always enjoyed 
swimming in the sea.
5 She’s/has been listening to the same
song all day.
6 We’ve/We have been learning 
Chinese for two years.
7 How long has he been an engineer?
8 He hasn’t/has not met my parents 
before.
9 Yasuko’s/has been planning to visit
Canada for years.
10 We’ve / have been waiting for you
for more than an hour.
11 How long have you known 
Martina for?
2: 2 is was 3 manage to speak
4 meeting meet 5 hearing hear
6 getting get 7 managed manage 
8  9  10 getting get
11 Do Are
3: 2 opportunity 3 world-class
4 master 5 achiever 6 talent
4: 2 b) 3 c) 4 d) 5 a) 6 d) 
5: 2 ability 3 skilful 4 talented
5 hopeless 6 gifted 
6: 2 certificate 3 licence 4 online
5 distance 6 apprenticeship
7: 1 said, what 2 must, one, In
3 reason, For 4 agree, example, Like
Unit test 8
1: 2 A, – 3 the, the 4 a, the, a
2: 2 no none 3  4 plenty of time
5 any of 6 not enough 7 
3: 2 whose 3 where 4 who 5 which
6 when 7 which 8 whose
4: 2 f) 3 d) 4 a) 5 b) 6 e) 
5: 2 house 3 estate 4 traffic 5 shop
6 streets
6: 2 search engines
3 social networking sites
4 rating sites
5 personal homepage
6 dating sites
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7: 2 b) 3 a) 4 c) 5 b) 6 c)
8: 3 I didn’t realise you 4 Can you
5 something wrong 6 sort it out
7 I need to 8 you should
9 What should I 10 If I were
11 Is it OK 12 Yes, of course
Unit test 9
1: 2 ’d/had gone, would have slept
3 wouldn’t/not have missed, had 
woken
4 ’d/had been, would have gone
5 would’ve/have bought, ’d/had 
passed
6 hadn’t/not told, wouldn’t/not have 
got
7 would’ve/have met, ’d/had told
8 wouldn’t/not have sold, hadn’t/had 
not needed
9 would (we) have done, hadn’t/not 
helped
10 hadn’t/not been, would’ve/have 
gone 11 Would (she) have become, 
hadn’t/not studied
2: 2 has been cancelled, will hold will 
be held
3 was murdered, is still enjoyed
4 will be received will receive, shows
is being shown
5 are being given, will choose will be
chosen
6 produce are produced, sent being 
sent
3: 2 movement 3 invention, spread
4 discovery, point
4: 2 a decade 3 age 4 fortnight
5 generations 6 era 
5: 2 b) 3 c) 4 c) 5 a) 6 c)
6: 2 influential 3 creative
4 innovative 5 original
6 exemplary
7: 2 sure 3 definitely
4 remember/recall 5 forgotten
6 really 7 clue 8 hundred
9 certain 10 know 11 interesting
Unit test 10
1: 2 I’ll see you tomorrow
3 Do you like rock music?
4 You must (have to) be home by 
eleven.
5 Why do you want to use my car?
6 We can’t find our tickets for the 
concert tomorrow.
2: 2 Jen said to/told Liz she might be 
late coming back.
3 Tim and Vic said they’d/would be 
there at 9.30.
4 Yuji asked Sue what she wanted to 
do that weekend.
5 Li asked (us) if/whether we’d/had 
met each other before.
6 Tom’s father told him/said he 
mustn’t use the internet for longer 
than an hour a day.
3: 2 to take 3 visiting 4 not to travel
5 left 6 not to eat 7 ’d/would meet 
8 to pay 9 tasted 10 to stay
11 would try
4: 2 standby 3 secondhand
4 insulated 5 processed
6 packaging
5: 2 unbelievable 3 mispronounce
4 disability 5 overcooking
6 renews 7 unethical
8 overweight 9 reusing
10 underestimated 11 misjudging
6: 2 a) 3 d) 4 e) 5 b) 6 f)
7: 2 passports 3 gate 4 boarding
5 priority 6 check
8: 2 a) 3 b) 4 b) 5 c) 6 b) 7 a) 8 
b) 9 c) 10 b) 11 c)
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Achievement test 1 (Units 1–2)
1: 2 a)3 c) 4 c) 5 b) 6 c)
2: 2 F 3 F 4 T 5 F 6 T
3: suggested answers:
2 15 months old
3 It was tied behind her back
4 It had been considered unlucky or 
culturally unacceptable
5 her left (one)
6 (about) 10%
4: 2 Does this bag belong
3 are you seeing 4 ’d already
5 don’t contain 6 eats 7 just
8 met 9 While 10 ’d
11 realised
5: 2 a) 3 a) 4 c) 5 a) 6 a) 7 c) 8 c)
9 c) 10 b) 11 c)
6: 2 d) 3 e) 4 a) 5 g) 6 f) 7 c)
7: 2 accuracy 3 references
4 employees 5 responsibility
6 information 7 romantic
8 psychological 
8: 2 foreign 3 degree 4 purpose
5 hand 6 lunchtime 7 say 8 tell
9: 2 c) 3 b) 4 c) 5 b) 6 a)
10: 2 h) 3 k) 4 j) 5 f) 6 g) 7 a) 8 b)
9 d) 10 e) 11 c)
11: 2 f) 3 b) 4 c) 5 a) 6 e)
12: 2F 3T 4F 5F 6T 7F 8F 9T 10T 
11F 
13: 2 as soon as 3 By the time
4 take 5 Hope 6 hearing
14: (sample answer, headline 1: 127 
words)
More than 120 people were made 
homeless in the south west of 
England yesterday when floods 
destroyed their homes.
Heavy rain had fallen over the area 
for three days. Homes and shops were
flooded and many people spent the 
night in schools and local community
centres. The emergency services 
rescued at least 60 people from their 
homes and cars.
One unhappy shop keeper said ‘I 
can’t open my shop. It’ll take me 
weeks to clean it and replace the 
things that are broken. We have 
floods every year, but we’ve never 
had one this bad before.’ 
This morning, people were going 
back to their homes to start cleaning 
up. But around 50 homes were very 
badly damaged. It will be a long time 
before the owners can return to live in
their homes.
Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)
1: 2 a) 3 c) 4 b) 5 a) 6 c)
2: 2 Friday 3 rock ’n roll
4 competitive, motivated 5 Tim
6 a handbag
3: 2 e) 3 c) 4 f) 5 a) 6 d)
4: 2 isn’t/is not going to be enough for 
six people.
3 would play outside every day when 
he was younger.
4 ought to wear a suit for the 
interview.
5 She’s/is unlikely to travel much in 
her new job.
6 Our business may (not) make a 
profit in the next six months.
5: 2 b) 3 b) 4 d) 5 c) 6 b) 7 c) 8 a
9 c) 10 b) 11 c)
6: 2 out 3 in 4 against 5 until
6 of
7: 2 prioritise 3 distractions
4 indecisive 5 communicator
6 competitive 7 responsiblity
8: 2 perhaps a 3 a hand 4 foot
5 recognise 6 wrong 7 fun
8 jobs 9 remind 10 fired 
9: 2 a good point 3 think we should
4 You’ve lost me 5 Why don’t we
6 what you mean
10: 2 f) 3 c) 4 e) 5 d) 6 b)
11: 2 b) 3 a) 4 a) 5 b) 6 b)
12: 2 T 3 T 4 F 5 F 6 T
13: 1 Your dinner’s in the oven.
2 I’m going to the gym after work 
tomorrow. Do you want to come? 
Can you call me?
3 I’m sorry I can’t come out for 
dinner tonight. I’ve got to go to music
practice. I hope you enjoy the meal. 
I’ll see you later.
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14: (sample answer: 142 words)
Dear Mr Dibbley
I am writing to you regarding the 
advertisement for cabin crew on 
space trips to the Moon. I would like 
to submit an application for the post. 
Please find my CV attached. 
I am 25 years old, single and in 
excellent health. For the last two 
years, I have worked as a member of 
the cabin crew of Fly Galaxy airlines.
This has given me hands-on 
experience of working with 
passengers, and helping them to relax
and feel comfortable. I have always 
been interested in space travel and 
used to dream of flying to the Moon 
when I was a girl. 
If you require any further 
information, or would like to arrange 
an interview, please call me on 284 
6735 or email me at 
denta2001@odyssey.com. I look 
forward to hearing from you at your 
earliest convenience.
Yours sincerely,
Martha Dent
Achievement test 3 (Units 5–6)
1: 2 f) 3 h) 4 b) 5 g) 6 d)
2: 2 T 3 T 4 F 5 T 6 F
3: 2 Travel the world
3 to own his own IT company
4 Next Tuesday
5 Yes, he will get redundancy pay.
6 Plumbing
4: 2 If you’ll call before 3.30, I’ll pick 
you up from work.
3 I think her children are a little bit 
younger as than yours.
4 Chile has the dryest driest desert in
the world, haven’t hasn’t it?
5 If you don’t say tell him you need 
his help, he won’t know, did will he?
6 If you could earned earn a lot more
money for a slightly more work, 
would you be happier?
5: 2 b) 3 d) 4 a) 5 b) 6 c) 7 b) 8 
c) 9 d) 10 c) 11 b)
6: 2 Have you decided where you’re 
getting married yet?
3 Some scientists believe that nuclear
power produces cleaner electricity.
4 I’ll have to take my car to the 
garage as it needs fixing.
5 Have you tried switching your 
printer off and on again?
6 Don’t forget to take off your shoes 
when you enter a temple. OR
Don’t forget to take your shoes off 
when you enter a temple.
7 Please call one of our engineers if 
you have any problems with the 
computer network. 
7: 2 investigation 3 question
4 careful 5 reception 6 raise
7 do 8 lose
8: 2 Genetic 3 knowledgeable
4 profitable 5 hopeless
6 frightened 7 satisfying
8 embarrassed
9: 2 e) 3 d) 4 c) 5 a) 6 f)
10: 2 e) 3 j) 4 k) 5 a) 6 f) 7 b) 8 h)
9 c) 10 i) 11 g)
11: 2 b) 3 b) 4 a) 5 c) 6 b) 7 b) 8 
a) 
9 c)
12: 2 F 3 T 4 F 5 T 6 T 7 T 8 F
13: 2 The most important advantage
3 In addition 4 On the other hand
5 As far as I am concerned
6 Of course there are
14: (sample answer: 154 words)
One of the most memorable moments
in my life was when I left for my 
university year abroad. On the day of 
my flight to Guatemala, my parents 
came with me to the airport to say 
goodbye. Although I had travelled a 
lot in Europe, this was going to be the
first time I had lived abroad or been 
to Central America. I had no idea of 
what life in Guatemala would be like 
for me, so it was exciting but 
frightening at the same time. The 
actual moment that is the most 
memorable for me on this day is 
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parents and go through security 
control. We’d spent all morning 
together and were laughing as usual 
but suddenly our emotions changed. 
We tried to keep it happy but all cried
when we hugged each other goodbye.
We were all wondering how a year 
apart would feel.
Achievement test 4 (Units 7–8)
1: 2 b) 3 c) 4 b) 5 b) 6 a)
2: 2 engineering
3 Hong Kong OR Dubai
4 You have had enough to eat
5 His car number plate
6 online bullying (of students)
3: 2 f) 3 c) 4 a) 5 e) 6 b)
4: 2 We wasn’t weren’t able to go to 
Sally’s party last Friday because we 
can’t couldn’t find a babysitter.
3 She’s be been living in Switzerland
since for the past five years.
4 There are a few of biscuits but there
isn’t no any cheese.
5 I’ve been knowing known my best
friend Michael for since primary 
school.
6 She got a new laptop for her 
birthday, that which she loved.
5: 2 a) 3 c) 4 b) 5 c) 6 b) 7 c) 8 
a) 
9 c) 10 c) 11 b) 
6: 2 for 3 on 4 in 5 about 6 over
7 with
7: 2 licence 3 make 4 mind
5 apprenticeship 6 rental 7 dating
8 put 9 aptitude 10 disturb
8: 2 achiever 3 industrial 4 useless
5 ability 6 sharing
9: 2 f) 3 d) 4 a) 5 c) 6 e)
10: 2 g) 3 h) 4 b) 5 f) 6 k) 7 c) 8 i)
9 e) 10 d) 11 j) 
11: 2 F 3 T 4 F 5 T 6 F 7 T 8 F 9
T
10 F 11 T
12: 2 b) 3 a) 4 c) 5 d) 6 b0
13: 2 He isn’t very reliable because he 
never does what he promises to do 
and he’s always late.
3 The buses never come on time, 
which makes me very angry because I
often get to work late.
4 I wanted a new challenge so I left 
my job in marketing and now I’m 
studying ceramics.
5 I get a lot of emails from friends 
who want me to join a social 
networking site but I always refuse.
6 They’ve been living in Oxford, 
which is a very historic city. It’s also 
famous for its university.
14: (sample answer: 156 words)
I was never very good at runninglong
distances when I was at school so 
running a half-marathon was a huge 
challenge for me. I wanted to 
complete this race because I was 
raising money for charity and my 
brother was also doing it. So, I 
decided to enrol for it and began 
preparing. I started going for short 
runs every morning and I soon felt 
that running a longer distance was 
achievable. I began to realise how 
much fitter I was becoming and how 
running 15 miles at the weekend was 
better than any diet. Running a half-
marathon is not easy to begin with, 
but it was very satisfying to know 
that when race day came I could do it 
without stopping. I’ve achieved a lot 
personally and I raised over £1000 
for charity because of that race. I now
want to enter more races and work up
to doing a complete marathon next 
year.
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Achievement test 5 (Units 9–10)
1: 2 South 3 mirrors 4 romantic
5 £13.75 6 No 7 chicken
8 dishes 9 sugar 10 Yes
11 966437
2: Suggested answers: 2 1804
3 (Any three of the following) 
Venezuela, Colombia, Peru and 
Ecuador 4 A world record
5 (A) very famous and influential 
(person) 6 That in the past, they had 
been connected.
3: 2 c) 3 b) 4 c) 5 a) 6 c) 7 b) 8 
a) 
9 c) 10 d) 11 c)
4: 2 My computer’s been being repaired
at the moment. They promised that it 
was ’d / would be ready today.
3 They recommended to try 
trying/(that) we try the new Thai 
restaurant in town and suggested we 
trying try the green curry.
4 We had would’ve / would have 
gone to the party if we would’ve 
’d/had known you were going too.
5 The thief is was arrested quite 
quickly, but the painters were never 
been found.
6 She promised taking to take me for
a drive in her Jaguar, which she will 
give be given for her 21st birthday.
5: 2 renew 3 disapproved
4 charismatic 5 foundation
6 discoveries 7 innovative
8 pre-prepared 9 unknown
6: 2 generation, decades
3 by, have 4 double-glazed, recycled
5 Give, made
6 misunderstood, explained
7 suggested, overestimate
7: 2 were you 3 Whatever you
4 Be careful, don’t leave
5 most important 6 Watch out
7 You’d better 8 You need
9 have a tendency
10 On the whole
8: 2 f) 3 b) 4 a) 5 e) 6 d)
9: 2 a) 3 f) 4 d) 5 b) 6 e)
10: 2 F 3 F 4 T 5 T 6 T 7 F 8 T 9
T
10 T 11 T
11: 2 She always boasts about how much 
money she has. Furthermore, she 
enjoys talking about her luxury 
lifestyle.
3 While there’s no doubt that he’s a 
very charming individual, he hasn’t 
any talent at all as an artist!
4 It was such a hot, noisy and 
overcrowded nightclub that I felt 
quite unwell the following morning.
5 David will never get the kind of job
he really wants unless he makes a lot 
more effort.
6 Although the play was absolutely 
wonderful, the theatre was so hot and 
crowded that I almost fell asleep!
12: (sample answer: 149 words)
Do you like French food in authentic 
surroundings? If so, Café de la Mer is
the place to go. It’s located in the 
centre of Brighton and is decorated 
with antique French furniture. In the 
evening, you can eat by candlelight 
and enjoy a relaxing and romantic 
dinner. When I ate there the 
atmosphere and the service were 
wonderful. While the food is not 
cheap, it’s still reasonably priced. On 
weekday evenings, you can eat a 
delicious two-course meal for only 
£19.99. At weekends, it costs £22.99.
Mid-course test (Units 1–5)
1: 2 a) 3 b) 4 c) 5 a) 6 b)
2: 2 F 3 F 4 T 5 F 6 T
3: Suggested answers: 2 1,600
3 Because they have to walk or cycle
4 2011
5 The National Training College
6 (their own) computer software
4: 2 shouldn’t/should not stay up
3 was running, heard
4 didn’t/did not know, ’d/had lost
5 seems, haven’t seen
6 haven’t flown
5: 2 Are Marie and Rob likely to want 
something to eat when they are 
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arriving arrive tomorrow?
3 Alex has had been the national 
diving champion twice before he was 
winning won his first Olympic gold 
medal.
4 Why is it that whenever I chose 
choose the shortest queue in a shop, it
is always slowest slower than the 
other ones?
5 When If Bob took practice sessions 
more seriously, he could be winning 
win his next game.
6 You know I would’ve lend lent you
some money if you’d told me you 
were in trouble.
6: 2 If 3 to 4 never 5 ever 6 so
7 is 8 of 9 what 10 more 11 a
7: 2 c) 3 b) 4 g) 5d) 6 a) 7 f)
8: 2 got 3 mistake 4 told 5 term
6 listening 7 charge
8 broke down 9 embarrassing
10 losing
9: 2 distracted 3 exhausting
4 investigation 5 homeless
6 misunderstandings
10: 2 b) 3 c) 4 b) 5 a) 6 c)
11: 2 d) 3 c) 4 a) 5 e) 6 b)
12: 2 should think 3 you know
4 have a look 5 fine by me
6 you mean
13: 2 c) 3 f) 4 a) 5 e) 6 d)
14: 2 T 3 F 4 F 5 T 6 T
15: 2 until 3 probably
4 It’s possible that 5 By the time
6 while
16: (sample answer: 148 words)
It is easy to understand why so many 
people use mobile phones in their 
everyday lives and it is quite hard to 
imagine what life was like before we 
had them.
One of the main advantages is that 
you can contact people at any time. 
This is particularly useful if you have 
children and you want to know where
they are. Texting also makes it very 
easy to organise meetings with 
friends at the last minute.
The problem is that, on the other 
hand, it can be difficult to ignore 
work-related emails and phone calls 
and there is the risk of constant 
interruptions. In addition, if people 
drive while on their phones, they are 
more likely to have an accident. 
As far as I am concerned, however, 
the advantages outweigh the 
disadvantages. I think the mobile 
phone is one of the most important 
inventions of the last century.
End of course test 
1: 2 8 3 6 4 10.15 5 11 6 20
7 Modern 8 picnic 9 Station
10 Fast 11 5.30
2: 2 F 3 F 4 T 5 T 6 F
3: 2 Were you hearing Did you hear 
that loud noise the last night?
3 If you will see them, what will you 
to say?
4 This museum has been was 
designed from by the architect 
Norman Foster in 2012.
5 He’s the man who’s whose wife is 
a professor, isn’t she he?
6 They explain explained that they 
had to leave immediately and 
promised calling to call us the 
following day. 
4: There are only a few nice places to 
eat here. 3 Unless sales improve, I’ll 
lose my job. 4 A new factory is 
being built near the river. 
5 She warned him not to smoke so 
much. 6 I didn’t manage to get in 
touch with her.
5: 2 the 3 to 4 become 5 more
6 hear 7 with 8 been 9 will
10 is 11 another 
6: 2 c) 3 f) 4 b) 5 a) 6 d) 7 g)
7: 2 do 3 on 4 close 5 left 6 up
7 proceed 8 make
8: 2 prioritise 3 competitive
4 fascinating 5 genetic 6 annoyed
7 disobeying 8 influential
9: 2 b) 3 b) 4 a) 5 b)
10: 2 d) 3 b) 4 f) 5 g) 6 c) 7 h) 8 
e)
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11: 2 Whatever you 3 You’ll never 
guess
4 You’re joking 5 I’m sorry but
12: 2 a) 3 f) 4 c) 5 b) 6 e)
13: 2 b) 3 c) 4 b) 5 a) 6 c)
14 2 F 3 T 4 F 5 F 6 F
15: 2 but 3 during 4 Although 5 that
6 probably 7 because
8 By the time 9 where
10 as well as 11 As soon as
16: (sample answer: 185 words)
If I could, I would choose to be 
Amelia Earhart of the USA. She is 
most famous for being the first 
woman to fly solo across the Atlantic 
Ocean, but that is not the reason I 
would choose her. I admire her 
because she had a lot of courage and 
was not afraid to follow her dreams. 
I also think she was brave and 
adventurous. She learnt to fly at a 
time when it was a very dangerous 
activity and she worked many 
different jobs at the same time in 
order to earn the money needed for 
her flying lessons. I admire her 
determination to make her dreams 
come true. 
Although she was a good pilot, 
unfortunately, she was notthe best 
aviator and did not keep up with 
technology as new equipment was 
developed to help direct and navigate 
planes. It is easy to say that I would 
do things differently but I do believe I
would have learnt how to use the 
technology that was available. If she 
had done that, I think she would not 
have disappeared mysteriously on her
last flight. 
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Recording 1: Achievement Test 1, Listening exercises 1 and 2
Woman: What’s the most embarrassing experience that ever happened to me? 
Uhm … well … I can’t think of anything I can actually talk about! I 
mean, they were such awful experiences, I don’t even want to think 
about them. Anyway, other people’s stories are much funnier, I always 
think, don’t you?
My brother, for example … he tells fantastic stories. He loves telling 
stories – especially about himself – but he’s very good at it. I 
remember one story he told me – about an embarrassing experience he 
had. It made me laugh so much. It was the way he told it, with all the 
gestures and everything. He doesn’t seem to mind people laughing at 
him. I think he likes making people laugh – maybe that’s what it is.
Anyway, this story he told me – it happened quite a few years ago, I 
think – five or six years at least. He was on holiday somewhere – 
Spain, was it? No, no, Turkey. Yes, it was definitely Turkey. He was 
there with his ex-wife. I think it was their last holiday together before 
they split up. They separated five years ago.
Anyway, to get back to the story, Bob – that’s my brother’s name, by 
the way – was walking on the beach alone one afternoon when he saw 
this man trying to pull a boat out of the water. Apparently, it looked 
quite heavy. So Bob wanted to help. He’s that sort of person – very 
sociable. He likes talking to people, and doing things for them. So he 
went up to this man and started using sign language … you know, 
pointing to himself and to the boat, and miming pulling the boat out of 
the water. He even said ‘Me help you, yes?’ in very simple, very bad 
English … like baby talk – honestly! Of course, he thought the man 
was local, you know, Turkish.
Well – this is the best part – the man looked at him for a moment and 
said, ‘Thanks mate, but I can manage.’ He was English of course! My 
brother felt so stupid, you can imagine – making a fool of himself, and 
talking like Tarzan in the movies. I laughed so much, I couldn’t stop. 
The best thing was that Bob laughed a lot, too. Great story …
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Narrator: Listen to June talking about her experience of learning to write.
June: It’s interesting how things change with time. These days, in the UK, 
writing with your left hand isn’t something to be embarrassed or 
ashamed of. It’s not a habit that people generally try to get you to 
change nowadays but at the time when I was born, it was. I don’t 
remember the look on my parents’ faces the first time I picked up a 
pencil and used my left hand. I was only eighteen months old at the 
time, no – actually, I remember Mum saying I was fifteen months old. 
But I do remember that until I started school, I was made to write with 
my right hand and that my left one used to be tied behind my back so I 
wouldn’t use it. As you can imagine, it didn’t feel natural for me to use 
my right hand and so my writing was terrible. You could hardly read it!
Fortunately, by the time I started school, attitudes had changed and 
people were allowed to be left-handed. It was no longer considered to 
be unlucky or culturally unacceptable. 
As soon I as could, I started learning how to write with my left hand 
again. It felt a lot more natural to me, and my writing became so much 
neater. I still think it’s rather strange that in some places in the world 
being left-handed is considered a bad thing.
I think I read somewhere that twenty percent – no, I’ve got that wrong, 
it was about ten percent of the world’s population is left-handed! 
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1
Barbara: What are you doing tomorrow, Mike?
Mike: I’m not sure. We might go to the concert in the park in the afternoon.
Barbara: Good idea. I’m thinking of taking the kids there, too – or to the 
cinema. It depends on the weather. Do you think it’s going to rain?
Mike: Unlikely, I think. They say it’s going to be quite a sunny day.
Barbara: Wonderful! So I’ll take a picnic then. Why don’t you and Susan join 
us?
Mike: Sounds great. Thanks, Barbara.
2
Mum: John, have you finished doing your CV yet?
John: No, Mum. There’s plenty of time. I don’t have to send in the 
application until Friday.
Mum: But it’s already Wednesday. And what about the covering letter?
John: Don’t worry. I’ll do it tomorrow.
Mum: I don’t think that’s a very good idea. You should start writing it now.
John: I can’t, Mum. I have to go to band practice at Philip’s place.
Mum: Oh, John! You’ll never get a job if you leave everything to the last 
minute.
3
Grandmother: You look beautiful, Alice. Where are you going tonight?
Alice: A club in town, Gran. It’s salsa night.
Grandmother: Salsa? That sounds fun. You’re just like me when I was your age. I
used to love dancing.
Alice: I know, Gran. And you’re still great at dancing the rock ‘n’ roll! 
Did you use to dance salsa in the 1960s?
Grandmother: No, we didn’t unfortunately. But we had all kinds of other weird 
dances – the twist, the shake, the locomotion. There’d be a new 
dance craze every week!
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Alice: Fascinating. You’ll have to teach me one day!
Grandmother: Of course I will!
4
B1 = Businessman 1 B2 = Businessman 2
B1: So, first of all, what are we going to do about Ken?
B2: Well, the problem is that he’s not a risk-taker and he’s very indecisive.
B1: Yes, I’ve noticed that. He’s very hard-working but he can’t think 
outside the box. We’ll have to find somebody else to do the job.
B2: Yes, I agree. We need a manager who’s more like Frank – competitive 
and motivated.
B1: Yes, Frank would be an excellent manager. Why don’t we offer him 
the job?
B2: In other words, we have to fire Ken?
B1: Exactly.
5
Maggie: What’s the matter, Dave?
Dave: The car won’t start! I’ve got a very important meeting with a customer 
and I’m going to be late. I’ll have to call a taxi – it’ll cost a fortune!
Maggie: Calm down. I’m not starting work until 10 today so I’ll take you to the 
station. You’ll probably get the 8.35 train – and you’ll be at the office 
by 9.15.
Dave: OK, thanks Maggie. That would be great. But what should we do about
the car?
Maggie: I’ll call Tim at the garage. I’m sure he’ll come and look at it. Leave it 
with me.
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Amy: Hi Josh, it’s Amy.
Josh: Oh, hi Amy. How are things?
Amy: Fine, thanks – but you’re in hot water.
Josh: You’ve lost me. What have I done now?
Amy: Kate’s not very happy with you. You didn’t send her a card – or call 
her.
Josh: A card? What for?
Amy: It’s her birthday!
Josh: Her birthday’s not until the 26th of May.
Amy: Right – and what day is it today?
Josh: Um, the 24th … 25th? Let me check on the calendar. Oh no, it’s the 
26th! I didn’t realise it was today!
Amy: Right. So what are you going to do?
Josh: Well, I’ll phone her right now. And send her some flowers.
Amy: I think she’ll expect a bit more than that. Go out and buy her a nice 
present, a handbag or something.
Josh: OK, OK, I’ll buy her a nice present and take it to her house.
Amy: That’s a much better idea. Bye, Josh!
Josh: Bye.
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1
Narrator: Listen to Celine and Jim discussing space travel.
Celine: Have you read that article about space travel yet, Jim?
Jim: Yes, I read it last night. It was really interesting but I’m not sure I agree
with a lot of it. Do you really think that people will be living on the 
moon in the next fifteen years? I think that’s crazy! Don’t you, Celine?
Celine: Perhaps you’re right – but I think humans will probably be living on 
the moon in the next century. We’ll have to if the world’s population 
keeps growing.
2
Narrator: Listen to Beth and Matt discussing the coming election.
Beth: So Matt, who do you think will win the election this time? 
Matt: Well, I think it’s hard to say. All the parties seem alike and let’s face it 
most people don’t believe anything most party leaders say any more. I 
certainly don’t think one party is going to win. Our next government 
will probably be a coalition – you know, a mix of different parties. 
Beth: Do you really think so? I’m not so sure. The news said last night that 
the People’s Party might win again but I don’t think that’s likely. Well,
not on their own. People want change, don’t they? 
Matt: True, but I don’t think any of the smaller parties like Community First 
Party will win. They just won’t get enough votes.
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Narrator: Listen to Daniel and Kirsten discussing tomorrow’s tennis semi-
final.
Daniel: Hi Kirsten. Are you excited about going to the semi-finals tomorrow?
Kirsten: Oh yes Daniel, it’s going to be amazing to watch Kendal play Stark. 
They’re both such competitive tennis players and they’ve both been 
playing so well this year. Who do you think might win?
Daniel: Mmm… Well, it’s difficult to say. Perhaps Stark will. I mean, she has 
won her last ten matches and hasn’t got any injuries at the moment. 
She seems to be getting better and better every time she plays!
Kirsten: That’s true but she’s never beaten Kendal before, so I’m going to go 
for Kendal… 
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Narrator: Linda
Linda: Which appliance could I live without? Well, actually, that’s not so 
difficult to answer. I’ve just bought a new flat and it has the most 
beautiful wooden floors everywhere. There isn’t one single piece of 
carpet to clean! So you see, I don’t need a vacuum cleaner any more! 
Great, isn’t it? In fact, I’m trying to get rid of my old one. It’s not even 
that old really. I bought it a year ago and it’s only slightly scratched. 
You don’t need one, do you?
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Narrator: James
James: What could I live without? Mmm, most of these appliances are 
essential really, aren’t they? I couldn’t possibly live without a fridge or
washing machine – they’re the most important things. If I have to 
choose, I suppose I’d say the dishwasher. I do have one actually – but I
live alone and eat out a lot, so I hardly ever use it. It’s the least 
important appliance in my house.
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Narrator: Katie
Katie: I don’t think I could live without any of them really. They’re all as 
important as each other. I couldn’t possibly live without the fridge, for 
example. If I didn’t have one, life would be unbearable. I eat a lot of 
organic food and it’s more difficult to keep fresh. I also have to do 
quite a bit of entertaining at home – because of my job – so the fridge 
is nearly always full. I suppose the least important item would be the 
iron. Yes, I could live without that. I never iron sheets and towels, or 
T-shirts – that sort of thing. I take all my other clothes to the dry 
cleaner’s. In fact, I can’t remember the last time I used the iron.
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Narrator: Charles
Charles: Well, I definitely couldn’t live without the microwave! I’m the worst 
cook in the world – absolutely hopeless. I couldn’t boil an egg if I 
tried. I buy pre-packaged food from the supermarket and just pop it 
into the microwave when I get home. It’s the quickest, easiest way of 
cooking ever invented. So if I have to choose one thing I could live 
without, it would have to be the oven, wouldn’t it?! My flat’s got the 
biggest oven you’ve ever seen – far bigger than most people would 
ever need. But I’ve never used it, not once.
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Narrator: Victoria
Victoria: I’ve got three young boys under the age of ten, so you can imagine, it’s
hard to say which appliance is less important than any other. I use the 
washing machine every day – sometimes twice if the kids have been 
playing football and they come home covered in mud! When I think 
about my grandmother – she used to do all her washing by hand in the 
old days – with four children! It’s the worst thing you can ever 
imagine, isn’t it?! But if I had to choose, I suppose it would be the 
toaster – that I could live without, just about. I’ve got a good grill in 
my oven so I could make toast with that.
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Narrator: Margaret
Margaret: Well, I’m a cook – a professional cook. I give classes at home so my 
oven is my livelihood – the most essential thing in my life. I couldn’t 
possibly live without it, could I? I sometimes have ten people in my 
kitchen. The classes for single men are by far the most popular. You 
wouldn’t believe how many of them want to learn to cook these days. 
They’ve got tired of eating processed food and takeaways. They want 
healthier food, don’t they? So the dishwasher is also a necessity – 
there’s always piles of washing up to do afterwards. But the one thing I
can easily live without is a microwave. In fact I don’t have one – and 
wouldn’t use it if you gave me one! It encourages people to eat pre-
prepared food and makes them lazy, don’t you think?
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Recording 6: Achievement Test 3, Listening exercise 3
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Narrator: Listen to two conversations about what people might do in 
different situations.
Nina: Hi Jeremy. You look happy. What’s going on?
Jeremy: You’ll never guess what, Nina. My cousin Declan’s just won one point 
five million euros on the Euro lottery.
Nina: A million euros! Wow! If I won that kind of money, I know what I’d 
do. I’d travel the world and visit as many countries as I could!
Jeremy: Really? I wouldn’t. I mean, I might go on a cruise or a holiday to 
somewhere exotic but I think I’d prefer to use the money to do 
something more long-term like set up my own business. You know, 
I’ve always wanted to run my own IT company…
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Emilia: Hi Henry. Are you okay? You look a bit worried. 
Henry: Hi there, Emilia. Sorry, I’ve just had some bad news. 
Emilia: Oh really? What’s happened?
Henry: Well, I might not have a job in a week’s time. My boss told me that the
company needs to cut costs and that some of us will have to go. They 
said they’re going to tell us who next Thursday, I mean, Tuesday.
Emilia: But you’ve been working for them for years! What are you going to 
do?
Henry: Well, if I get made redundant they’ll have to give me some money for 
the years I have worked for them – you know, redundancy pay to help 
me while I find a new job –then I think I’ll go back to college. 
Emilia: Really? What would you study? 
Henry: Well, I’ve always been interested in doing something more practical, 
like furniture making or pottery, but actually, I think I’d train to 
become a plumber and do a plumbing course.
Emilia: That’s a good idea. Have you contacted the local college? …
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Alice: So how are you settling in, Lynne?
Lynne: Fine. It’s weird livingin a small country village after the bright lights 
of the city, but everybody’s made us feel really welcome.
Alice: What, they’re bringing you homemade cakes and inviting you for 
coffee mornings?
Lynne: Not exactly, thank goodness. I haven’t got time for coffee mornings! 
But the neighbours next door invited us for lunch last Sunday. It was a 
lovely day so we ate in the garden. It was all very relaxing and 
informal. They’re very nice people.
Alice: Do you have much in common?
Lynne: Well, they play golf – so Harry was very happy about that!
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Jim: I need your advice, Bill.
Bill: OK. How can I help?
Jim: Well, it’s about Jack, really.
Bill: Jack? How did he get on with his A Levels, by the way?
Jim: Great. He got an A and two Bs.
Bill: Very good. So he could go to any university he chooses.
Jim: That’s exactly the point. He’s not sure he wants to go to university.
Bill: Oh, why’s that?
Jim: Well, you know he’s got a real aptitude for building and mending 
things – especially engines.
Bill: Yes, so he should study engineering.
Jim: I know. But he’s not brilliant at maths. He wants to be a car mechanic.
Bill: In my view, that would be a mistake, Jim. You need qualifications 
nowadays.
Jim: But you don’t have any qualifications, Bill – and you’re a millionaire! 
But what I wanted to ask you was – could Jack do an apprenticeship in 
one of your garages?
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Dennis: Hi Jo, where are you going in such a hurry?
Jo: Oh, hi Dennis! I need to get to the travel agent’s before they close.
Dennis: Going on holiday?
Jo: Sort of. Yes, my sister’s getting married in Sydney in March so we 
thought we’d combine it with a holiday.
Dennis: Aren’t you online at home?
Jo: Yes, we are. Why?
Dennis: You could book it all online.
Jo: Oh, no. I like to talk to a real person. There are usually so many 
options. And we want to stop over somewhere on the way – Hong 
Kong or Dubai, we’re not sure.
Dennis: Yes, I know what you mean. But you’d be surprised how quick and 
easy it is online, especially if you use one of those travel sites like 
Expedia or Travelocity. It’s worth a try. And you can get very cheap 
deals.
Jo: Really? Better than the travel agent’s?
Dennis: Usually, yes.
Jo: OK, I’ll have a look tonight. So let’s go for a drink now and catch up, 
shall we?
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Elizabeth: Where have you been, James? Haven’t seen you for ages.
James: Hi Elizabeth. Yes, I just got back from Cairo. I do quite a lot of 
business there.
Elizabeth: Really? Funnily enough, I’m off to Cairo in a couple of weeks to see 
my daughter, Alex. She’s been studying Arabic there.
James: Oh, that sounds interesting.
Elizabeth: Yes, she’s staying with a local family. I’d like to take them a present or
something. Any tips?
James: Well, if you’re invited to their home for dinner, take some really nice 
chocolates. Not flowers though – they’re only for weddings.
Elizabeth: Oh, that’s useful to know. Anything else?
James: Well, they love it if you have second helpings. But if you’ve had 
enough to eat, leave a small bit of food on your plate. Otherwise they’ll
keep filling it up!
Elizabeth: Thanks for the warning!
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Tom: Have you got Matt’s phone number, Vicky?
Vicky: Sorry, Tom – it’s on my mobile, but that’s at work. I forgot to put it in 
my bag.
Tom: But don’t you remember the number?
Vicky: No, of course not!
Tom: But you’ve been going out with Matt for six months – and calling him 
several times a day. Surely you know his number by now.
Vicky: Why should I? I always use my mobile. Anyway, I’m hopeless at 
remembering numbers.
Tom: Haven’t you written it down somewhere?
Vicky: Yes….but I can’t remember where. Oh, come on, Tom! You’re not 
much better. You couldn’t remember your car number plate last week!
Tom: That’s because it’s a new car. You borrowed it – and then forgot where
you parked it! Remember?!
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Headteacher: Hello, John. Hi, Barbara. Thank you for coming at such short notice.
It’s just that I wanted to discuss something with you before the 
parents’ meeting next week.
John: Is it about the bullying of students on the social networking sites?
Barbara: Yes, I’ve heard about that, too. The mother of one of my students 
asked me what we’re going to do about it.
Headteacher: Exactly, Barbara. We need to discuss our options. What do you 
think we can do? John?
John: Well, in my view, it’s the parents’ responsibility to monitor their 
children’s use of these sites.
Barbara: I must say I agree with John. I do think that we should make sure 
students aren’t bullying each other at school, but I don’t see how we
can control what they do at home – on their computers.
Headteacher: Yes, but for me, there is a connection between the two. Let me give 
you an example …
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Recording 8: Achievement Test 4, Listening exercise 3
Narrator: Listen to six people talking about their neighbours.
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I’ve lived in this village for most of my life and it’s always been a lovely place to live.
Everyone’s really friendly and there’s a real sense of community. My neighbour is 
wonderful and now that I’m in my eighties it’s good to know that she is there if I need
her. She’s always been really helpful but now I can’t get around so easily, her 
assistance makes all the difference to me. I’m still very independent so I don’t need 
much help but every week she asks me what shopping I need and gets it for me. 
That’s what I think makes a good neighbour. 
2
I’ve been quite lucky with this flat. Some of my friends say their neighbours keep 
them awake all night with their loud music but here, it’s pretty quiet and everyone 
keeps themselves to themselves. I like that. I’m a private person so I don’t want nosy 
neighbours who always want to know your business. That to me is the key difference 
between a good and bad neighbour. 
3
It was only when it started getting warmer that the problems with our neighbours 
started. The first time I nearly got hit by a ball when gardening, I thought it was an 
accident and returned it to our neighbours. But after politely asking three or four times
for them to stop their children throwing things over the fence, I got really fed up. I 
knew the children were doing it on purpose but their parents didn’t care. It didn’t feel 
safe to sit in the garden and it certainly wasn’t relaxing. We’ve since moved and now 
have the perfect neighbours. They’re really good parents and it’s a joy to hear the 
children playing next door. Sometimes you hear them get told off when they get too 
noisy and I know for sure that if a ball did happen to land in our garden, it would be 
an accident and they would apologise.
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We decided to move to the Brecon Hills community because we feel strongly about 
being part of something where other people’s values match ours. We strongly believe 
that neighbours should share and work together, and one of the things we love about 
this community is that we have weekly meetings to sort out any problems and to 
discuss what improvements can be made. This week we’re going to be discussing how
we can collectively home school our children.
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I remember when I was a student I lived in a really noisy house once. It was divided 
into two flats and I lived in the top floor one, with three flatmates. The guy who lived 
downstairs wasn’t the ideal neighbour, that’s for sure! He played really loud music 
and often played his electric guitar until the early hours. It wasn’t too bad for me as a 
first-year student, but my housemate downstairs had a job, so he was always getting 
annoyed about being wokenup. Now that I’m working, I really appreciate the fact 
that I have good neighbours on both sides of me. They never play loud music late 
during the week and I don’t even know if they’re in most of the time. I feel very 
fortunate.
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I think my neighbour is amazing. He’s just the kind of person you want to live next to.
I mean, just last week I had problems with my boiler and I had to call someone out to 
repair it. The problem was, I couldn’t get time off work, so it was getting a bit 
stressful trying to organise when they could come out. Fortunately, when I mentioned 
this to my retired neighbour, Frank, he offered to help and said that if I gave him my 
key and told him when the appointment was, he’d make sure he was at home and 
could let the plumber into my place. I wouldn’t normally give my key to anyone but 
over the fifteen years I’ve been living here, Frank has always been someone I know I 
can trust. I think that makes the world of difference when it comes to having good 
neighbours. 
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Recording 9: Achievement Test 5, Listening exercise 1
Will: Suzi, you know Oxford well, don’t you? I need your help.
Suzi: Really? What is it, Will? Nothing wrong I hope?
Will: No, no, no, of course not. It’s just that Ruth’s fortieth is coming up 
soon and I want to take her somewhere really nice for dinner. The 
trouble is, I don’t know where. Can you suggest somewhere nice?
Suzi: Yeah, well there are loads of great places. What sort of food were you 
thinking – French, Italian?
Will: Yes, we like Italian. But somewhere with a nice atmosphere, 
something a bit different, maybe? You know Ruth. She loves to try 
different kinds of food when she gets the chance.
Suzi: How about Moroccan? Does she like Moroccan food?
Will: Yes – yes, she does. We went to Marrakesh for a few days, years ago, 
and I remember loving the lamb tagines. But I didn’t know there was a 
Moroccan restaurant in Oxford?
Suzi: Oh, yes. The Oasis Café Bar. It’s quite well known nowadays – and 
very popular.
Will: Where is it then? I’ve never seen it.
Suzi: It’s in the centre of town, at number three, South Lane.
Will: Three South Lane … Oh yes, I know where you mean. What’s it like?
Suzi: Lovely. The décor’s really authentic – the walls are decorated with 
traditional mirrors and lamps, and Moroccan paintings. And in the 
evening, you eat by candlelight, so the atmosphere’s really relaxing, 
and romantic!
Will: Sounds brilliant. It must be expensive though.
Suzi: You’d be surprised. The prices are quite reasonable, considering how 
delicious the food is.
Will: What do you call ‘reasonable’?!
Suzi: Well, they serve an early dinner from five to seven. You get two 
courses and a glass of house wine for £13.75 – which is amazing value.
But it’s a bit early – and it’s usually crowded with people who are 
going to the theatre at half past seven.
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Will: Yes. That’s much too early for us. What about later?
Suzi: Well, they do a two course late dinner for £17.95, not including wine. 
But if you don’t want to eat so much, you can choose any dish you 
want from the menu. The tagines are great for sharing.
Will: What kind do they have?
Suzi: Oh, loads! Apart from the classic lamb tagines, they do wonderful fish 
ones, and a lemon chicken one. And they do vegetable couscous, of 
course.
Will: Mmm, I love couscous.
Suzi: Me, too. They specialise in dishes from Marrakech. Apparently, the 
recipes they use were handed down from the owner’s grandmother – 
she came from Marrakech.
Will: Really? How marvellous!
Suzi: Yes, their speciality dish is something called ‘bastilla’. It’s a sort of pie
made with filo pastry, filled with chicken and almonds, and they 
sprinkle sugar and cinnamon on the top.
Will: Right, I already know what I’m going to have! Should I reserve a 
table?
Suzi: Yes, especially if you’re going at the weekend.
Will: OK. I’ll do it now. Have you got the number?
Suzi: Hang on. It’s on my mobile. It’s 01865 966437.
Will: 01865, um… can you repeat the last bit?
Suzi: Yeah, 966437.
Will: 966437. Right, here goes.
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Recording 10: Achievement Test 5, Listening exercise 2
Narrator: Listen to a student talking about his history project on Alexander 
von Humboldt. 
Student: For my history project, I decided to find out more about the German 
explorer and naturalist, Alexander von Humboldt. He was born in 
Berlin in 1769 and died there in 1859 after an adventurous life. 
Between 1799 and 1804 he went on a scientific exploration of Latin 
America, and spent time exploring Venezuela, Colombia and Peru as 
well as many other countries. 
During this trip, he studied the Orinoco River in Venezuela and came 
into contact with native tribes. He also set a world record when he 
climbed Mount Chimborazo in Ecuador and reached an altitude of 
nineteen thousand two hundred and eighty-six feet. Throughout his 
travels, he kept very detailed records of all that he discovered so that 
information on new species of plants and animals and so on could be 
shared on his return home. 
Von Humboldt’s findings from the scientific and social research he did
on his Latin American adventure added greatly to scientific knowledge
at the time, and as a result he became a very famous and influential 
person in Europe.
Although he is credited with many new discoveries, he is likely to be 
best remembered for being the first person to suggest that in the distant
past, the continents of Africa and South America had been connected –
something that we now know is true…
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Jo: Have you ever had your family tree done, Marta?
Marta: Yes, I have. And you, Jo?
Jo: Yes, I’ve just had it done. Fascinating! I discovered that one of my 
ancestors had been a minister for King Charles the second in the 
seventeenth century. Now I’m thinking of having a DNA test.
Marta: Whatever for?
Jo: Because it could be very exciting! I know my family originally came 
from France. But who knows, I might be fifty percent Native 
American, or fifteen percent sub-Saharan African!
Marta: In my opinion, it doesn’t really matter, does it? You know your family 
history and where your ancestors came from. The rest is a waste of 
money!
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Woman: Did you see the news about the big earthquake?
Man: Yes, isn’t it awful?
Woman: It reminds me of when I was in Argentina – when they had that big 
earthquake in Chile.
Man: Really? What happened?
Woman: Well, I was in a hotel in a small town just over the border from Chile. I
woke up in the middle of the night because the bed was moving 
around.
Man: I don’t believe it! What did you do?
Woman: I didn’t know what to do. They say you should get under a table or 
something, and not go outside – but I was so scared, I started putting 
on my clothes.
Man: What happened next?
Woman: By the time I got dressed, the floor had stopped moving. Then I 
switched on the TV and saw there’d been a very big earthquake on the 
other side of the Andes Mountains in Chile.
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Man: How awful!
Woman: Yes, I’ve never been so scared in my life!
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Man: Did you read that article about stress, Ella? 
Ella: Oh, the one in the local newspaper?
Man: No, not that paper. It was in the Sunday News yesterday. Anyway, it 
was really interesting and said that if you’re stressed, you should 
laugh, as it’ll help lower your stress levels and make you feel more 
relaxed.
Ella: Really? Well, that’s a nice idea in theory but can you imagining it 
actually working? I mean, if you are having a stressful day, then it’sgoing to be hard to find a reason to laugh – don’t you think? 
Man: I guess so – and other people might get confused too. They might not 
understand why you’re laughing and be surprised or worried about 
your behaviour. But I can understand why you might feel better. Don’t 
you think it would feel good to laugh when you’re stressed?
Ella: Maybe – I just can’t imagine what my boss would think! I’m sure she 
would get annoyed. I can just imagine the scene…
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Nate: Do you remember your first job?
Jane: That’s a strange question, Nate. Why do you ask?
Nate: Well, I was just thinking about my first job and how different it is to 
what I’m now doing.
Jane: Oh, I see – and what did you used to do then?
Nate: Well, you might not believe me but I was a traffic attendant.
Jane: Really? You mean you used to put parking tickets on people’s cars if 
they parked in the wrong place or didn’t buy a ticket?
Nate: Yes, that was me. I wasn’t very popular with the motorists, that’s for 
sure, but it was fun. Well, apart from when it was raining or really 
cold. Then I hated it! What about you?
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Jane: Well, please don’t laugh … but I used to work at the make-up counter 
of King’s Department Store in town.
Nate: Really? I can’t imagine you doing that. You don’t even wear make-up!
How did you get that job?! …
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Customer: Excuse me.
Sales assistant: Yes, madam? How can I help you?
Customer: Could you tell me which dishwasher is better? This smaller one, 
or that bigger one?
Sales assistant: They’re both very good, madam. But I think the smaller one is 
slightly more expensive.
Customer: Really? The smaller one should be cheaper, shouldn’t it?
Sales assistant: I’m not sure, madam. Would you mind waiting a minute while I 
go and check?
Customer: Of course not.
Sales assistant: I’m sorry to keep you waiting, madam, but our computer’s 
crashed.
Customer: Do you mean to say you don’t have a price list?
Sales assistant: I’m afraid not, madam. All the prices are on the computer. I’ll 
have to wait until they sort it out. Could you come back in half an
hour?
Customer: I’m afraid I can’t. I’m having a big dinner party for thirty people 
tonight and I need a new dishwasher now!
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Alice: Have you seen these new self-parking cars that are now for sale, 
George?
George: Sure. They look interesting but who needs one really?
Alice: Well, I think a lot of people do and because it means you can park your
car in a smaller space, surely, that’s better too.
George: I’m not sure about that. Why?
Alice: Think about it. There are more cars on the road now and that’s unlikely
to change so it’s better if we use parking spaces more effectively. 
We’ll save space that way.
George: I guess so but I still don’t see why people can’t park their cars 
themselves.
Alice: Oh no, don’t say that. Don’t you remember when mum used to ask 
strangers to park the car for her?
George: Yes, but she doesn’t do that anymore.
Alice: Exactly! And you know why, don’t you? She bought one of those self-
parking cars! 
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Recording 12: Mid-course Test, Listening exercise 3
Narrator: Listen to Huw Jones talking about a healthcare project he’s helped
set up in Africa. 
Huw: The project I’ve come here to talk to you about today is the ‘Virtual 
Doctors’ project. It’s a project we set up in Zambia in 2007 when we 
first came up with the idea of creating mobile health clinics for rural 
areas. 
Two-thirds of Zambia’s population of fourteen million live in rural 
areas, but two-thirds of the country’s one thousand six hundred doctors
live in towns and cities. On top of this, most rural healthcare centres 
are under-equipped and are often days away from where many rural 
people live. 
As people mostly rely on walking or cycling as a means of transport, 
what this means is that health problems which can easily be treated, 
can become much more serious – even life-threatening. So, we wanted 
to find ways to provide healthcare to really isolated areas, and we 
started thinking outside the box.
We were sure that modern technology could help us and this led us to 
develop the idea of telemedicine, which we tested out in 2011. Our 
concept of telemedicine made good use of satellite technology.
We used a mobile broadband network to connect a doctor based in 
New York with a healthcare centre in the rural district of Kafue in 
Zambia. The trial was so successful that we increased the number of 
Virtual Doctors and created a network so they could connect to six 
different rural healthcare centres.
As this ambitious project continues to grow with the help of the 
Ministry of Health, more and more people living in isolated areas of 
Zambia will gain much needed access to healthcare. We are working 
with the National Training College and are also developing our own 
computer software that will help develop the telemedicine service 
further… 
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Teacher: Good morning everybody. Before we start the class today, I need to 
give you some information about our field trip on the twenty-seventh 
of May – next Friday, in fact. As you know, we’re spending the day at 
the amazing Science Museum in London. The coach will pick us up in 
the school car park. We’ll leave at eight o’clock so plan to be here at 
least fifteen minutes before that – 7.45 at the latest. You’d better set 
your alarms for 6.30, OK?
Our visit’s been confirmed by the museum and I’ve just received the 
itinerary and information about the activities they’ve organised for us. 
If you’ve visited the Science Museum before, you’ll know that it’s 
enormous and we can’t possibly see everything in one day. You may 
want to take some notes now – though I’ll also put the info on the class
website later on.
The museum opens from 10a.m. to 6p.m. If all goes well, we hope to 
arrive by 10.15 latest, when we’ll have our first guided tour of the day 
– there are two, by the way. If you read the newspaper last Sunday, 
you’ll have seen the article about the re-opening of the Wellcome 
Wing last week. 
It now has three state-of-the-art galleries, which deal only with 
contemporary science. We’re going to have a guided tour of one of 
them – an exhibition called Antenna, which is about how the latest 
scientific discoveries could change our lives. You’ll also have the 
opportunity to give your opinions about the latest ideas. Remember, 
the museum has lots of hands-on multimedia stuff so you won’t get 
bored – I’m sure you’ll find it fascinating.
Then at eleven o’clock we’ll have a coffee break and you’ll be free to 
visit the permanent exhibitions until 12.30. There are twenty galleries 
with different themes so you’ll only have time to see two or three 
properly. If I were you, I wouldn’t miss the one called Making the 
Modern World – which is marvellous. It shows the development of the 
modern industrial world in a really entertaining and creative way. 
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Also watch out for The Secret Life of the Home. It’s great fun and 
you’ll be amazed by all the gadgets people used to use in the house – 
and will use in the future!
Then it’s lunchtime. We’ve ordered a picnic from the café, which we’ll
eat in the ‘picnic area’ on the first floor. We’ll all meet up there at 
12.30 so don’t be late – we have to go to the cinema at 1.15! Yes, but 
not an ordinary cinema – an IMAX 3D cinema! At quarter past one, 
we’re booked to have a 3D experience called Space Station. You’ll 
blast off into space with astronauts from the USA and Russia, and 
experience life on theInternational Space Station, two hundred and 
twenty miles above Earth. How does that sound?
Great. OK, then we have our second guided tour at 2.45 – quarter to 
three – to see one of the special temporary exhibitions called Fast 
Forward. It’s about twenty ways that Formula One technology is being
used in our hospitals, homes and work places. For example, the 
materials and machines they’ve developed for the Formula One cars 
are now being used to make racing bikes, and sophisticated machines 
to monitor hospital patients. The tour should take about an hour – until 
3.45. And I’m pleased to tell you that you’ll then be free for the rest of 
the afternoon! You’ll be able to go back to any galleries you’re 
particularly interested in, or see something new. We’ll leave the 
Museum at half past five so tell your parents you should be home by 
8p.m.
I think that’s all for now. Oh, one last thing, check out the Science 
Museum website before we go. The more you read about it, the more 
interesting the visit will be.
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