Test 2 PAPER 3 USE OF ENGLISH (1 hour) Part1 For questions 1~12, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Example: 0 A inhabited B lived C dwelled D resided The changing earth Although the earth was formed about 4,500 million years ago, human beings have (0)... itfor less than half a million years. Within this time, population has increased hugely and people have had a vast (1) .... upon the earth. They have long been able to (2)..... the forces of nature [Link]. Now, with modern technology, they have the power to alter the balance of life on earth. Reports back from the first astronauts helped dispel the dangerous (3)...... that the world had no boundaries and had limitless resources. (4) , ecologists have shown that all forms of life on earth are interconnected, so it (5) ..... that all human activity has an effect on the natural environment. In recent years, people have been putting the environment under stress. As a result, certain (6) ..... materials such as timber, water and minerals are beginning to (7) ..... short. Pollution and the (8) .... of waste are already critical issues, and the (9) ..... of the environment is fast becoming the most pressing problem (10)..... us all. The way we respond to the challenge will have a profound effect on the earth and its life support (11)... . However, despite all these threats there are (12)... signs. Over the past few decades, the growth in population has been more than matched by food production, indicating that we should be able to feed ourselves for some time yet. 44A imprint A put A judgement ‘A However A results A raw A tum A disposal A state A encountering A projects A stimulating B indication B make B notion B Likewise B follows B coarse B come B displacement B situation B opposing B systems B welcoming © impression © place C reflection © Moreover complies ¢ crude Cc go ¢ dismissal C case C meeting C methods © satistying Paper 3 Use of English D impact D stand D concept D Otherwise D develops D rough Dun D disposition D circumstance D confronting D routines D reassuring 45Test 2 Part 2 For questions 13-27, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. Example: [0] [0] ® Early photography In the early days of photography, a stand (0) ..... some other firm support for the camera was essential. This was because photographic materials were (13) .... Insensitive to light that a typical exposure lasted several seconds. The camera (14) ..... have to be held still for this time in order to Obtain a sharp picture. The subjects also had to be stil if their images (16) .... to register properly on the film. Some early street scenes include blurred, transparent, ghostlike images of people (16) ..... wandered past while the scene was in the process of (17) ..... photographed. Studio portraits from the late 1800s show people posed rigidly, often leaning against furniture, (18) ..... helped them to remain motionless. (19) ..... it was important to keep the head still, a ‘support was often provided (20) ..... the neck. Bright studio lights, sometimes produced by (21)..... fire to a strip of magnesium or a small pile of magnesium powder, helped (22)..... reducing the required exposure time. These bumed with an intensely blue flame that gave the necessary amount of light, (23) ..... the smoke was unpleasant and (24) ..... was also a risk of fire. The problems associated (26)..... long exposure were overcome by the introduction of faster, more sensitive photographic plates, and later, roll films. The development of smaller cameras led (26)...... Photography becoming a popular hobby. Nowadays, digital cameras have further revolutionised Photography, enabling even the (27)...... nexperienced of photographers to produce professional- looking pictures. 46Paper 3. Use of English Part 3 For questions 28-37, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line. There is an example at the beginning (0). Write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. Example: [0] [F[L]1]e@]H|T The Media Commentator Alive broadcast of any public event, such as a space (0)..... or sporting FLY ‘occasion, is almost (28) ..... accompanied by the thoughts of a VARIABLE commentator. This may be on television, along with the relevant pictures, or (29)...... ‘on radio. The technique involved differs between the two media, ALTERNATE with radio broadcasters needing to be more explicit and (80) ..... because DESCRIBE of the (31)..... of visual information. TV commentators do not need to paint a ABSENT picture for their audience; instead their various (32) should add to the OBSERVE images that are already there. There will sometimes be silences and pauses in TV commentary, although these are becoming increasingly rare. Both types of commentator should try to be informative, but should avoid sounding (33)......__ OPINION In sports commentary, (34) ..... and impartiality to both sides is vital, but FAIR spontaneity and (36) ..... are valued by those watching or listening. Sports ENTHUSE commentators usually broadcast live in an essentially unscripted way, although they may refer to previously prepared materials such as sports statistics. Because of the (36) ..... nature of live events, thorough PREDICT preparation in advance is vital. The internet has helped enormously with this aspect of the job. Anyone interested in becoming a commentator should have excellent organisational skils, the willingness to work (87)...... hours and a strong voice. REGULAR 47Test 2 Part 4 For questions 38-42, think of one word only which can be used appropriately in all three sentences. Here is an example (0). Example: 0 The committee decided to ... . the money equally between the two charities. | can't believe that John and Maggie have decided to ... marriage. . up after 20 years of To serve a watermelon you need to .... .. It down the centre with a sharp knife. Example: [o]|s]P)L] 1] 7 Write only the missing word IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. 38. Nikki already hada .. idea of how she wanted her career to develop. It soon became .... . that Paula would not be able to finish the race. The area in front of the fire exit should be kept .. ... atall times. 39 It'shardto ... . how tall buildings are when you see them from the air. Ihave been asked to ... .. song-writing competition. It’s a mistake to .. people by appearances alone. 40 ‘I've got to go now, but I'ltry to... .. up with you later in the park,’ sald Jake. The organisers agreed to .. .. the costs of clearing up after the pop concert. The company has failed to .... . its targets for the second consecutive year. 48Paper 3. Use of English 41 ‘We've achieved a great deal in a short... ... Of time,’ said the company director. Mandy liked most things about her friend’s new home but thought thet the dining table took up far too much ... ‘I've arranged a car parking .. .. for you,’ said the administrator. 42 My neighbour is 96 but is still able to walk without the ... The electronic whiteboard is a wonderful new learning ..... classroom. Flights carrying affected by drought every day. . donated by charity organisations are now arriving in the areas 49Test 2 Part 5 For questions 43-50, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given. Here is an example (0). Example: 0 Fernanda refused to wear her sister's old dress. NOT Fernanda said that .. her sister's old dress. The gap can be filled with the words ‘she would not wear’, so you write: Example: | 0 | | SHE WOULD NOT WEAR Write the missing words IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. 43 We didn't stay long at the party because it was very noisy. so If... the party. .. Noise, we might have stayed longer at 44 The number of people applying for university grants fell last year. FALL There university grants last year. number of people applying for 45 Mr Conrad's son is becoming quite well known as an artist. NAME Mr Conrad's son is making .... artist. 50Paper 3. Use of English 46 Would you mind helping me carry this heavy box to the car? GRATEFUL This box is really heavy so I'd carry it to the car. 47 ‘Excuse me madam, but is this your bag?’ the policeman asked. BELONG ‘Excuse me madam, but ... asked. 48. By the time we got to the sale, every book had been sold. SINGLE By the time we got to the sale, there .. left. ... book 49 Rosa found it very difficult to persuade her boss to give her a pay rise. GREAT Rosa had..... . her boss to give her a pay rise. 50 The man claimed that he had been nowhere near the factory at the time of the break-in. TO The man claimed not the time of the break-in. +» Near the factory at 1Test 2 Key Part 2 Question 2 Content (points covered) For Band 3 or above, the candidate’s proposal must: * nominate one person * explain why they are important tothe history ofthe candidate's country. Organisation and cobesion Organised into paragraphs with a clear conclusion. Tanguage of description, opinion and evaluation, Appropriacy of register and format ‘Any, as long as consistent. ‘Target reader Would be informed. Question 3 Content (points covered) For Band 3 or above, the candidate’s contribution must: describe origins of the festival * describe what happens © give their opinion of why itis still important. Organisation and cohesion en nteemrari nda setaniiri explanation, etn, opinion. (ie to feria Appropriacy of register and format at as leng as consis rarget reader Weald be sukably informed. Question 4 Content (points covered) For Band 3 or above, the candidate's report must: © briefly describe ONE newspaper OR magazine * explain what the reader coul lear about the eulmre ofthe country. NB if candidate describes TWO — refer to general mark scheme NB acceptable for candidate to use English as ‘their language’ Organisation and cohesion Clearly organised into paragraphs. Te eng of waning and expats Appropriacy of register and format ‘Any, as long as consistent. Target reader ‘Would be informed. 145Test 2 Key Question 5 (a) Content (points covered) For Band 3 or above, the candidate’s review must: ‘* name one character in the book and explain why the candidate found him or her the most likeable * comment on whether the candidate would or would not recommend Lucky Jim to other students. Organisation and cohesion Clearly organised into paragraphs with appropriate linking devices. Range Language of description, opinion and explanation. Vocabulary related to description of character and comment on a book. Appropriacy of register and format Generally consistent but may mix registers if appropriate to approach taken by candidate. Target reader ‘Would be informed both about the chosen character and the candidate’s opinion of him or her. Question 5 (b) Content (points covered) For Band 3 or above, the candidate's essay must: * briefly outline the plot * explain why the story is called The Pelican Brief * say whether the candidate enjoyed the story or not. Organisation and cohesion Clearly organised into paragraphs with appropriate linking devices. Range Language of narration, explanation and opinior Vocabulary related to the plot of The Pelican Brie Appropriacy of register and format Formal to unmarked. Must be consistent. Target reader Would be informed both about The Pelican Brief and about the candidate’s opinion of it. Paper 3 Use of English (1 hour) Part 1 1pD 2A 3B 4C 5B 6A 7D 8A 9A 10D 1B 12D Part 2 13 so 14 would = 15 were 16 who 17 being 18 which 19 As/Since/ Because/When 20 for/behind 21 setting 22 by/in 23 but/although 24 there 25 with 26 to 27 most / more 146Test 2 Key Part 3 28 invariably 29 alternatively __30 descriptive _ 31 absence 32 observations 33 opinionated 34 fairness 35 enthusiasm 36 unpredictable 37 irregular Part 4 38 clear 39 judge © 40 meet 41 space 42 aid PartS 43 there had not /hadn’t been Iso much 44 wasafalllinthe 45 (quite) a name | for 46 be (very) grateful if | you would /could/’d 47 does this bag| belong to you 48 was not / wasn’tla/onesingle 49 great difficulty I(in) persuading 50 to have | been (anywhere) Paper 4 Listening (approximately 40 minutes) Part1 1A 2B 3A 4A SB 6C Part 2 7 Cultural Society 8 natural science 9 butterflies, birds (in either order) 10 Let’s Interact 11 German artists 12 heating 13 intimidating 14 tail Part 3 isc 16B 17D 18 Cc 19 A 20C Part 4 21B 2E 23C 2%G 2A 24D 27F 2G WE 30B Transcript This is the Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English, Listening Test. Test Two. I'm going to give you the instructions for this test. Ill introduce each part of the test and give you time to look at the questions. At the start of each piece you'll hear this sound: tone You'll hear each piece twice, Remember, while you're listening, write your answers on the question paper. You'll have five minutes at the end of the test to copy your answers onto the separate answer sheet. There'll now be a pause. Please ask any questions now, because you must not speak during the test. [pause] 147