Test 1
Part 1: Questions 1-7
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Enquiry about booking hotel room for event
Rooms
Adelphi Room
number of people who can sit down to eat: 1………………….
has a gallery suitable for musicians
can go out and see the 2………………… in pots on the terrace
terrace has a view of a group of 3……………………
Carlton Room
number of people who can sit down to eat: 110
has a 4……………………
view of the lake
Options
Master of Ceremonies:
can give a 5………………… while people are eating
will provide 6………………… if there are any problems
Accommodation:
in the hotel rooms or 7…………………
Questions 8-10
What is said about using each of the following hotel facilities?
Choose THREE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to Questions 8-10.
Availability
A included in cost of hiring room
B available at extra charge
C not available
Hotel facilities
8 outdoor swimming pool ……………….
9 gym ……………….
10 tennis courts ……………….
Key:
1. 85
2. roses
3. trees
4. stage
5. speech
6. support
7. cabins
8. C
9. A
10. B
Part 2 For questions 10-15, listen to a recording about rudeness and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
10. What is the main point of the anecdote Jeff tells?
A. That the young seem to lack social skills.
B. That it’s an all too familiar sight these days.
C. It’s the same thing as using your phone in the theatre.
D. They are no better than the Internet trolls.
11. What does Jeff say about the “death of deference”?
A. People no longer care what others think of them.
B. Teenagers didn’t want their behavior to be disapproved of.
C. For the most part, it had positive effects on society.
D. It made people disrespect those in authority.
12. What does Laura imply about teenage behavior?
A. There’s nothing that can be done about it.
B. That it’s not entirely their fault.
C. It’s worse nowadays than previously.
D. They are not taught how to behave.
13. How does Jeff respond to Laura’s opinion of teenagers?
A. He believes it is all their fault.
B. He thinks they are not properly brought up.
C. Those in charge of children should take responsibility.
D. He thinks she is just making excuses for bad behavior.
14. Both Jeff and Laura seem to agree that
A. A little bit of rudeness is a good thing.
B. Parents don’t teach their children how to converse.
C. The young don’t understand adult conversation.
D. The art of conversation has declined.
15. What does Laura say about modern technology and teenage behavior?
A. It has an effect on the development of social skills.
B. It is wholly responsible for today’s lack of social skills.
C. They become insulting and threatening.
D. They can hide from the world behind technology.
our answers
10. A
| 11. C
| 12. B | 13. C | 14. D | 15. A |
Part 3
You will hear five short extracts in which students talk about the people who have inspired them. You will hear the recording twice. While you listen, you must complete both tasks.
Task 1: For questions 21-25, choose from the list (A-H), why the speaker looks up to that particular individual.
A They never gave up on their dream.
B They offered a safe haven and guidance during a troubled time.
C They are battling with a serious health issue.
D They possess a kind and charitable spirit.
E They have shown great courage and strength of character.
F They became hugely successful in their field.
G They have used their talent to do charity fundraising.
H They have shown great ambition.
Speaker 1 21 __________
Speaker 2 22 __________
Speaker 3 23 __________
Speaker 4 24 __________
Speaker 5 25 __________
Task Two
For questions 26-30, choose from the list (A-H) how that person has affected the speaker.
A They have given the speaker the strength to cope with severe adversity.
B They have made the speaker feel kinder towards people.
C They have guided the speaker's personal life choices.
D Their 'tough love' attitude made the speaker see sense.
E They have involved the speaker in charity work.
F They saved the speaker's life
G They have inspired the speaker to be a good parent
H The speaker aspires to emulate them in their professional life.
Speaker 1 26 __________
Speaker 2 27 __________
Speaker 3 28 __________
Speaker 4 29 __________
Speaker 5 30 __________
Key:
21 C
