ISE I ISE I

Integrated Skills in English I Questions 1–5

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F
Time allowed: 2 hours below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
1. Paragraph 1 A The reason we dream

2. Paragraph 2 B Changes in sleep routine

Task 1 — Long reading
C Sleep and learning
Read the following text about sleep and answer the 15 questions on page 3. 3. Paragraph 3
D How much we sleep
4. Paragraph 4
E Different types of sleep
Paragraph 1 5. Paragraph 5 F Sleep and good health
Sleep is essential for human life. We can actually live longer without food than without sleep.
Most people spend about a third of their life sleeping. That means during our life we will spend
about twenty-five years asleep. While the average person sleeps about seven hours a night, some Questions 6–10
people can manage with as little as four hours. We don’t all need the same amount of sleep.
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in
Paragraph 2 the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
So what happens when we are asleep? There are five stages in a cycle of sleep. Each cycle
lasts about 90 minutes and we often repeat this cycle five times a night. In the first two stages, 6. A Everyone’s need for sleep is different.
we fall into a light sleep. In stages three and four, we are in a deep sleep and our heart rate
and breathing slows down. In stage five, our brain becomes active and our eyes move around 7. B We are usually in a deep sleep for about seven hours.
quickly. This stage of sleep is called REM, which stands for rapid eye movement. It is during C We dream during stage five of the sleep cycle.
8.
REM sleep that we do all our dreaming.
D You sleep more when you have a cold.
9.
Paragraph 3 E People who sleep badly often have poor diets.
We all know that sleep is good for us, but what are the benefits? One benefit is that it helps us 10.
F It is important to sleep well after you learn something.
to resist illness. Without enough sleep, our body cannot fight off colds and the flu as easily. Your
sleep pattern can also affect your diet. Researchers at the University of Chicago discovered that G Our body clock generally follows changes in light.
poor sleep increased a hormone in the body that makes us hungry. This means that people who H Teenagers don’t get tired very easily.
sleep badly often eat more high calorie foods and gain more weight.
Paragraph 4
Sleep also plays a part in our performance at school and at work. A number of reports have Questions 11–15
shown that children who get a good night’s sleep do better in school. Obviously, one reason for Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text.
this is that if you are very tired you cannot focus. However, there is another important reason. Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
Scientists believe that sleep is important for our memory. While we are asleep our brain deals
with information we have learnt and sleep helps strengthen our memories.
11. During a lifetime, the average person will be asleep for .
Paragraph 5
Another essential part of sleep to understand is our circadian rhythm, or ‘body clock’. This 12. Your and heart rate get slower in deep sleep.
is our body’s natural rhythm of sleep. Generally, our body clock tells us to sleep when it is
13. A poor can cause you to eat more high calorie foods.
dark and wake when it is light. However, studies now suggest that young people’s body clocks
change when they become teenagers. Some scientists believe that teenagers are not lazy, but 14. Our get stronger when we’re sleeping.
biologically programmed to go to bed later and wake up later.
15. Teenagers’ body clocks are different and so they need to go to bed and wake up

than young children.

page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 3
 ISE I ISE I

Task 2 — Multi-text reading Text C

In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
STUDENT NAME: Maria Coates
Questions 16–20 CLASS: 4A
Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions. LANGUAGE EXPERIMENT
As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D —
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once. Today our class conducted an experiment based on research about learning languages. Researchers at
the University of Edinburgh’s Reid School of Music have discovered that learners’ memory skills are much
Which text better when learning language to music.
16. explains that learning languages can help you learn other skills? Our class decided to test whether music helped us learn languages. In our school experiment, we tried to
remember phrases in Greek, and repeat them fifteen minutes later. It was of course important to choose a
17. advises language learners to travel? language no one knew. We were divided into three groups. Each group listened to the Greek phrases and
18. says that music helps us learn? repeated them but each group did this in a different way. The first group heard the phrases spoken, the
second group heard phrases set to a rhythm, and the third group heard phrases in a song. The singing
19. shows that more people choose to learn a language for pleasure than work? group was able to remember far more Greek than the other two groups. Our conclusion was that learning
20. suggests that people who learn more than one language do better at school? language in a song does help you remember language more easily.

Text A
Text D

What is the best way to learn a foreign language?

Iksung, South Korea: You should definitely go and live abroad. The best
Reasons people learn foreign languages way to learn a language is to be with native speakers and not speak your
own language.
personal interest, enjoyment
Alexei, Russia: I use the internet all the time. It’s a really cheap and easy
degree requirement way to learn. You have to be careful though as not all websites are good.

use in future career Cara, Italy: I think watching films with English subtitles is very helpful.
My friends listen to English music but I don’t think that’s a very good way
future travel or study abroad to learn.
family background
other Questions 21–25
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).

Text B 21. A The most common reason for learning a language is to understand
films and music.
Scientists believe learning a second muscles. Studies show that people who 22.
B More people learn another language because of their studies rather
language increases brainpower. regularly speak more than one language 23. than their family.
Researchers from University College are better at problem solving. In addition
C People who speak more than one language are often better at
London studied the brains of 105 people. students who study foreign languages 24.
subjects with numbers.
80 of these people were bilingual. They often score better in tests than students
25. D Language learning boosts the brain when you speak the second
found learning other languages changed who only speak one language. This is
language often.
the part of the brain which processes particularly true in maths, music, reading
information. They compared this change and understanding vocabulary. E The University of Edinburgh tested different ways of learning music.
to the way in which exercise builds F It is easier to remember words when you sing them.
G Reading words on a screen can help you learn a language.
H Any website can be a good place for language learning.

page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 5
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 26–30 Task 3 — Reading into writing

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or Write an article for your school magazine (100–130 words) about why more students should
phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30. learn languages.
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below. Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
 explain how language learning will help students in the future
 suggest how learning a foreign language could help their performance at school and
Notes
 advise students on useful methods for learning foreign languages.

The benefits of studying a second language: Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.
• pleasure — something enjoyable and interesting to learn You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:
• the language is required in order to study for a (26.)
• get a better job and progress in a career Planning notes
• (27.) is increased by learning languages
• foreign language students often get higher marks in (28.)

Effective ways of learning:

• listen to a (29.) to help learn new language

• (30.) and practise with native speakers

• use technology, eg language learning websites
• television, eg practise reading and listening with subtitled films

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.

page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 7
 ISE I ISE I

Task 4 — Extended writing Integrated Skills in English I

Write an essay (100–130 words) for your teacher about a festival in a country you know. You should:
Time allowed: 2 hours
 give examples of what happens at this festival and
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 explain why this festival is important.

You should plan your essay before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box: Task 1 — Long reading
Read the following text about transport and answer the 15 questions on page 3.
Planning notes

The first underground train

Paragraph 1
Today there are underground train systems in over 40 countries. For example, you can take
underground trains in Paris, New York and Tokyo. Modern underground systems use electric
trains, and they are clean, safe and quiet. They usually arrive on time. There are no traffic jams.
Most people are happy to use them. But the first underground train systems were quite different
from the modern systems we see in big cities all around the world.
Paragraph 2
The first underground trains ran in London in 1863. It was a very busy city and the streets were
full of traffic. There were too many people, horse carriages, houses and buildings. There just
(No marks are given for these planning notes) wasn’t enough space above ground, and so people decided to put the trains underground. But
unlike today, there were no electric trains in 1863 and all of the trains used steam engines —
which made power from fire and water.

Now write your essay of 100–130 words on the lines below. Paragraph 3
In 1863, all of the trains used steam engines. Because these engines were powered by very hot water
and fire, the tunnels were smoky, steamy, and noisy. People wanted some fresh air, but it was difficult
to get it into the tunnels and stations. The tunnels were dark, too. The train cars and stations were
made of wood, and lighted with gas. Sometimes there were accidents because of fires.
Paragraph 4
Before the London Underground opened, people were very scared about the idea of going into
underground tunnels. Many were afraid of the tunnels full of the smoke, the steam and the noise
from the train engines. And indeed, travelling in the tunnels of the first underground system was
a very noisy, dark, and smelly experience. But on the first day, the new London Underground
carried 40,000 passengers. It was very quick, and the trains ran every 10 minutes. The people
of London fell in love with their new train system.
Paragraph 5
The London Underground had three classes of travel. First class was the most expensive and
most comfortable. Second class was less expensive but still comfortable. Third class was the
opposite of first class. When the London Underground opened, the third class tickets were the
most popular. About 70% of the tickets sold were these cheap tickets for ordinary working
people. Nowadays the prices have gone up, but the underground experience around the world
is definitely cleaner and quieter!

page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 1–5 Task 2 — Multi-text reading

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
Questions 16–20
1. Paragraph 1 A Why the first underground train system was built Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions.
B Tickets for the first underground system As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D —
2. Paragraph 2
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once.
C People’s feelings about the first underground train system
3. Paragraph 3
D What the first underground system was like Which text
4. Paragraph 4
E Railroads of the first underground system 16. makes negative comments about the activities of local people and businesses?
5. Paragraph 5
F Modern underground train systems
17. reports a good news story about recent improvements to a river environment?

18. shares lots of practical ideas from different people about how to improve a
local river?
Questions 6–10
19. calls for more political action and public education to protect a nearby river?
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in
the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order). 20. shows some changing patterns in the state of health of a particular river?

6. A The stations and tunnels of the first underground system were smoky. Text A

7. B The first underground trains were late because of traffic jams.

From: Eva
8. C There were three types of tickets for the first underground trains. Sent: 11 November 2014 19:37
To: editor@[Link]
D The first underground trains were built in Paris. Subject: River Mêle
9.
E At first, people were worried about using the first underground trains.
10. Dear Editor
F The first underground train stations were made of wood.
The River Mêle causes health problems in the city, so we need to take action. Although the other local
G Ordinary working people could not buy first class underground tickets. factories have stopped putting waste into the river, the paper factory is still breaking pollution laws,
and should have to pay big fines.
H The ticket prices today are still cheap for ordinary working people.
The mud of the riverbed needs to be taken away because it’s polluted with chemicals. Politicians are
scared to say this, because it brings jobs to the city, but it is obvious that the paper company should pay.
Also, people need to be educated: drinks bottles and plastic bags wouldn’t be such a problem if
people reused or recycled them.
Questions 11–15 Yours
Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text. Eva Strauss
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.

11. In 1863, there weren’t any trains. Text B

12. Steam engines used the power of .

The River Tollen: Yearly report on the results of pollution
13. Thousands of people used the London Underground on .

14. The old London Underground used lights.

20

15. When the London Underground opened, most of the tickets sold were the

.
Waste from Oxygen (O2) Fish numbers Water birds Rubbish Chemicals from
factories levels in water down 3% down 2.4% up 14% farms in riverbed
up 6.4% down 3.5% up 5.5%

Turn over page page 3 page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Text C
Questions 26–30
The city is getting millions from the government to improve the River Lamm! How should it The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or
spend the money? phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30.
Paul: I’ve always thought that the river would be great for kayaking so how about a Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
watersports centre for people to do things like that?

Notes
Marcus: It would be great to see people using the river for transport, like in the old days.
The main causes of river pollution:
Divna: Fear stops a lot of people going to the river! Even a little lighting along the
• industrial pollution, eg waste from factories
riverbank would help people to feel safe.
• agricultural pollution, eg (26.)
Alex: I’d like to see one of the old factories become a museum of the city’s
industrial history. • dumping large domestic items, eg fridges, bikes
• household rubbish, eg (27.)
Inge: @Alex And some quality waterside cafés would attract visitors too.
Ideas for improving the riverside environment:
Simone: @Divna I agree – security cameras too, to protect people from criminals!
• developing sporting facilities, eg (28.)
Alex: @Inge Hopefully they’ll close that fast food place – that would mean less litter • encouraging transportation, eg pleasure boats, canal boats
on the ground!
• creating public eating places, eg (29.)

Text D • designing visitor attractions , eg museum of industrial history

• making the riverside a safer place, eg (30.)

GREEN CITY – NEWS
In the yearly Big Clean-up on the River Vico, Science student Martina Keller took part in the • getting local community involved, eg Big Clean-up, plant trees
50 students picked up rubbish from the banks of Clean-up. She told us, ‘In the five years since this
the river, and several local companies got together started, you can see the change – the river’s clear
to clear the river of fridges, bikes and other large again now, not black, like it used to be! Plants
items! We criticise supermarkets on this site are growing on the bottom of the river again, and
sometimes, but they let staff have time off work to we’ll see a lot more fish and birds, I’m sure.’
plant trees along the river, so well done to them!

Questions 21–25
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).

21. A The Big Clean-up and tree-planting projects are improving the River Vico.
22. B Waste paper and cardboard are causing serious pollution in the River Mêle.
C Some people don’t go to the River Lamm because they are worried
23.
about safety.
24. D The water quality on the River Tollen has continued to improve.
25. E The Big Clean-up Project on the River Vico takes place once a year.
F On the River Tollen rubbish has increased more than farm or factory pollution.
G Money needs to be raised for improvements to the River Lamm.
H The paper factory near the River Mêle is an important local employer.

Turn over page page 5 page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Task 3 — Reading into writing Task 4 — Extended writing

Write an essay for your teacher (100–130 words) about the problem of river pollution in a city Write an article (100–130 words) for a website for students about different ways to study. You should:
or town.  give examples of ways you prefer to study and
Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:  explain why these ways work for you.
 describe some problems from river pollution in a town or city
You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
 explain some steps that can be taken to help clean up a polluted river and make some notes to help you in this box:
 suggest how you think people can be encouraged to look after their local river better.

Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible. Planning notes

You should plan your essay before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:

Planning notes

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

Now write your essay of 100–130 words on the lines below.

Turn over page page 7 page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Integrated Skills in English I Questions 1–5

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F
Time allowed: 2 hours below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
1. Paragraph 1 A Advantages of the job
2. Paragraph 2 B A new type of tourist
Task 1 — Long reading
3. Paragraph 3 C The problems of tourism
Read the following text about tour guides and answer the 15 questions on page 3.
D The perfect job?
4. Paragraph 4
E Becoming a better step-on guide
Paragraph 1 5. Paragraph 5
F A guide with a difference
For a lot of young people, being a tour guide seems to be an ideal way to make money. You
visit wonderful places and meet interesting people — it’s almost like a paid holiday with no
expenses. In reality, of course, it can be tiring, boring and stressful having to solve all the
problems and deal with the demands of the people who have paid money for your services. Questions 6–10
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in
Paragraph 2 the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
And it seems that tourists these days demand more and more. This is partly because of the
internet: before they go away on holiday, they do their research, so they already know a lot of
6.
the basic information that guides used to tell them. What they want is something different and A Many young people have jobs as tour guides.
special. It isn’t enough any more just to take them round the famous buildings, monuments and 7.
tourist sites and tell them a few dates and interesting stories. In fact, tourists nowadays don’t like B Being a tour guide is less exciting than some people think.
to think they are tourists at all. Today’s well-informed ‘traveller’ prefers culture, seeing something 8. C Modern travellers are no longer satisfied with traditional tourist activities.
of people’s real way of life in the place they’re visiting.
9. D People now prefer to describe themselves as travellers rather than tourists.
Paragraph 3 E In some countries, step-on guides are replacing regular tour guides.
10.
This need has led to a new kind of tour guide becoming popular. These people, sometimes
F For Enrique, pay is a less important part of the job than meeting people.
called ‘step-on guides’, live in the area and have local knowledge. They don’t take the place of
the normal guide; their job is just temporary, ‘stepping onto’ the tour bus and taking visitors to G Enrique understands his clients better now than when he first started.
unusual places and providing the kind of information that regular tour guides can’t offer. H Enrique talks to his customers like a teacher.
Paragraph 4
Being a step-on guide can give you all the fun of being a tour guide without all the problems.
Questions 11–15
‘I really enjoy it,’ says Enrique, a university student who became a step-on guide in his home
city of Valencia in Spain two years ago. ‘It’s best not to think of it as just a job. Of course the Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text.
extra money is useful but mainly it’s a great way to meet people and give them an introduction Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
to your town or city.’
11. Some young people think a tour guide’s job is a kind of .
Paragraph 5
Being a successful step-on guide depends on getting to know what travellers really want. Enrique 12. Tourists nowadays often already know a lot because they have done
has learnt this from experience: ‘To me, my customers are more like students than tourists. But
I never lecture them. That’s very important because they’re normally very well-educated people. .
I don’t want them just to take in whatever I say — I prefer them to have an active experience,
meeting local people and asking questions.’ 13. What makes step-on guides special is their .

14. One reason Enrique works as a guide is to make some .

15. Enrique wants to give visitors a more instead of them

just listening to him.

page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 3
 ISE I ISE I

Task 2 — Multi-text reading Text C

In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
To: gill@[Link]
Subject: Walking
Questions 16–20
Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions. Hi Gill
As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D — I went walking in the countryside yesterday with a local walking group. There were many people of all
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once. different ages so I have already made a lot of new friends. We walked about 12 kilometres and we had
a picnic lunch on top of West Hill. The view from there was great.
I recently read that walking in the countryside is healthier than more intense exercise, such as running,
Which text
playing football or volleyball. If you walk for four hours a week, you might burn more calories than going
16. describes a more relaxing activity? to the gym twice a week. I think walking in the fresh air also helps people feel calmer than other forms
of keeping fit.
17. mentions the importance of diet? Why don’t you come with me for a long walk next Sunday? You just need a pair of walking boots.
18. refers to all types of physical activity? Sally

19. says that one activity is the best for your whole body?

20. talks about doing a variety of activities in the same place? Text D

Text A
Physical Activity — People are doing less
If you are looking for a new regular exercise routine perhaps
you can try swimming? There are a lot of reasons why we
think swimming is the best exercise. UK USA
31%
The four swimming styles exercise all of the muscles in your body. It is a great activity as
there is more breath control compared to running, and this increases the oxygen in your Dropped 20% between Dropped 32% between
body, causing your muscles to work harder. Unlike running, swimming doesn’t cause so 1965 and 2015 1965 and 2015
of adults worldwide did not
much damage to joints such as knees and ankles.
do enough exercise in 2012 May fall 15% more by 2030 May fall 14% more by 2030
You do not need any special equipment; you only need a swimming costume, cap and
goggles. Why not go to your local swimming pool today?

Questions 21–25
Text B Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
What are your opinions on going to the gym?
Pippa: I try to get to the gym at least three times a week but if I’m busy I only go once
a week. I listen to music while using the running machine for 40 minutes. I have a really 21. A Swimming is better than running because more oxygen reaches
good pair of trainers. Sometimes I do the aerobics classes too. your muscles.
22.
B You need to control your breathing more in running than swimming.
Alex: I go to the gym every day to lift weights as I want to make my upper body stronger, 23.
especially my arms. C Pippa doesn’t go to the gym as often as she wants to.
24. D Sunny thinks diet is less important than exercising.
Chris: I am too busy to do exercise. I’m careful with what I eat so I think it
isn’t necessary. 25. E Sally thinks walking is a good way to meet new people.

Sunny: @ Chris – It’s important to exercise as well as taking care of what you eat. You F Sally says that going to the gym is better than walking in the countryside.
feel much better after exercising. G In 2012 most people did enough exercise.
H The number of people not doing exercise will fall more in the UK than
the USA by 2030.

page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 5
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 26–30 Task 3 — Reading into writing

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or Write an article (100–130 words) for a school or college magazine saying what you think is the best
phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30. way to get fit.
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below. Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
 explain which types of exercise are best for getting fit

Notes  say what equipment you need to have for each activity and
 talk about a recent trend in exercise.

Activities to get fit: Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.
Swimming You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:
• Gives all muscles in body a total workout
• Needs good (26.) — this increases oxygen so muscles Planning notes
work harder

• Less (27.) to knees and ankles

• No special equipment needed

Gym
• Can do different activities such as running, (28.) or
lifting weights

• Can focus on particular parts of the body

• Can listen to music at the same time

(No marks are given for these planning notes)
Walking

• Can be a very sociable/friendly activity Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.
• Can (29.) than more intense exercise

• Makes people feel calmer and more relaxed

Worldwide trend
• Fall in physical activity since 1965

• Fewer people will exercise in (30.) than in 2015

page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 7
 ISE I ISE I

Task 4 — Extended writing Integrated Skills in English I

Write a letter (100–130 words) to a friend about the rules at your college. You should:
Time allowed: 2 hours
 describe some of the rules at your college and
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 explain what you think of these rules.

You should plan your letter before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box: Task 1 — Long reading
Read the following text about film industries and answer the 15 questions on page 3.
Planning notes

Paragraph 1
Where is the world’s biggest film industry? Most people would probably guess that it’s the
United States, or Hollywood. It’s usual to think that the large American film companies, with all
the money they have, have spread all over the world and destroyed local film industries. The
fact is, though, that the real situation is quite different. Film industries around the world are
very much alive.

Paragraph 2
The answer to the question depends partly on what we mean by ‘biggest’. There are actually
several possible answers, and some would surprise a lot of people. If we’re talking about how
many films different countries make, there is definitely one clear winner. The number of films
made in India is far greater than any other country, and seems to rise every year. Most people
(No marks are given for these planning notes)
have heard of Bollywood, which took its name from the centre of film-making, Bombay (now
called Mumbai). But in fact there are nine different regions producing their own films in sixteen
different languages.
Now write your letter of 100–130 words on the lines below.
Paragraph 3
America isn’t even the country that makes the second highest number of films. In fact, it’s
Nigeria in West Africa, which produces nearly 50 films every week. Nigeria has made films
since the 1960s, but the growth of cheaper technology has now made its film industry into
the second biggest employer in the country after the government.

Paragraph 4
If we look at the amount of money that the films earn, however, the USA does come out on
top, followed by China (which replaced Japan in second place in 2013). One reason for this is,
of course, the very large audience for Chinese films, at home and internationally. There is
also the fact that, to help their film industry, the Chinese government has put a limit of 20
per year on the number of new foreign films that cinemas can show.

Paragraph 5
Local film industries, in fact, are growing almost everywhere, from Iran to South America
and from Egypt to Vietnam. They may not be as large as, for example, Nigeria, but the same
cheaper film-making technology now available makes it possible for them to keep going and
do well. Everywhere you look, it seems, local film industries are managing to fight back against
the spread of American-made ‘international’ film entertainment.

page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 1–5 Task 2 — Multi-text reading

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
Questions 16–20
1. Paragraph 1 A An important provider of many Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions.
jobs in film-making As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D —
2. Paragraph 2
B A common idea, but wrong and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once.
3. Paragraph 3
C The biggest money-makers
Which text
4. Paragraph 4 D All over the world
16. reports on the most common problems in language learning?
5. Paragraph 5 E Why Hollywood is so successful
F Many more films than the rest 17. gives suggestions on language learning using technology?

18. gives the reasons for foreign language learning?

Questions 6–10 19. discusses the type of people who learn languages?
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in 20. offers advice on improving speaking and listening skills?
the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
Text A
6. A It is easy to say which country has the biggest film industry.
To: sara@[Link]
7. B Film-making in India happens in more than one area. From: cathy@[Link]
C Nigeria has made about 50 films a week since the 1960s. Subject: Languages
8.
D Films are more expensive to make than they used to be.
9. Hi Sara
E Until recently, the Japanese film industry earned the second You asked me for some advice about learning a new language. As you know I have learnt a couple
10. highest amount of money in the world. of foreign languages so I am a good person to ask!
F The text gives two reasons for the success of Chinese films. First of all I think you should try to attend a class rather than doing a course online. You need to
try and use the language by talking to others. If you go to a class you can practise by chatting with
G Many countries in the world have successful film industries. other students.
H New ways of film-making have helped local film-making to grow. I also think you can watch films or listen to music and songs in the language you’re learning, then you
will start to understand more when you hear the language.
Good luck!
Questions 11–15 Cathy
Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text.
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below. Text B

11. People who think America is the biggest film-making nation don’t understand Our language course

. Sara: I’m finding our French language course really challenging. Is anybody else?
12. If someone asks where the biggest film industry is, there will be

. Pablo: Me, too! The grammar is quite hard.

13. If you compare the number of films different nations make, India is the George: @Sara & Pablo Why don’t you use the internet to help you? I’ve found
. lots of websites with fun practice activities for both grammar and vocabulary.

14. American films are the most successful if we’re talking about the Lori: I agree with George. I also exchange emails with people who have French as their
first language. It’s a good way to improve. Why don’t you try it?
they make.
Sara: @Lori Good idea!
15. Chinese movies have a both in China and abroad.

Turn over page page 3 page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Text C Questions 26–30

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or
Many people first experience learning a foreign language at school. In other words, they have no choice about phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30.
learning a new language. This is when some people realise they enjoy language learning and may continue to
learn that language, or other different languages, as a hobby when they are still at school or even after they leave. Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
Nowadays, it is far more common for people to go abroad to work or study for a temporary period of time. In
that case they may need to learn a new language. People who make a permanent move to other countries to live
may also need to learn the language of that country. Notes
The number of people travelling and taking holidays in other countries has also increased in the last fifty years.
Many people want to be able to communicate, if only in a basic way with the local people they will meet when on Why people learn languages
international holidays.
Worldwide business has also made many people learn at least one new language, so they can communicate with • for work and business
other business people and customers abroad.
• holidays
• (26.)
Text D
• The number of tourists going abroad has gone up in the

Main difficulty when learning a new language (27.)

Feel
Hard to stay embarrassed, Difficulties of learning languages
interested, 11%
16% • Not easy for everyone
Don’t know any
native speakers, • Way of (28.) is bad
Not enough 15%
• Not enough (29.) to good quality materials
money,
11%
No access to How to learn
textbooks,
5% • Go to a (30.) to practise with friends
Not enough
Bad teaching, • Watch films
time,
24% 18%
• Online games and activities

Questions 21–25
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).

21. A Cathy believes learning a language using the internet is necessary.

22. B Cathy has already learnt two other new languages before.

23. C Sara asks the others on her course for advice.

D George and Lori make different suggestions on improving language
24.
skills online.
25. E Pupils sometimes continue language learning in their leisure time.
F People learn languages so they can communicate on vacation.
G 15% of language learners are too embarrassed to use the language.
H The main problem when studying a new language is lack of time.

Turn over page page 5 page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Task 3 — Reading into writing Task 4 — Extended writing

Write an article (100–130 words) for an educational website about learning a new language. Write an email (100–130 words) to a friend about a recent enjoyable experience and how it has
affected your life. You should:
Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
 explain why people want to learn languages  describe what happened and
 describe the common problems of language learning and  say why you will remember the experience.
 discuss the best ways of learning a new language. You should plan your email before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:
Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.

You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
Planning notes
make some notes to help you in this box:

Planning notes

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

(No marks are given for these planning notes) Now write your email of 100–130 words on the lines below.

Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.

Turn over page page 7 page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Integrated Skills in English I Questions 1–5

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F
Time allowed: 2 hours below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
1. Paragraph 1 A A very busy life in music

2. Paragraph 2 B How Seth solves problems

Task 1 — Long reading
C Trying out different styles
Read the following text about music and answer the 15 questions on page 3. 3. Paragraph 3
D A mixture of old and new
4. Paragraph 4
E A traditional folk singer
Paragraph 1 5. Paragraph 5
F A talented group of people
If you mention the phrase ‘English folk music’, you find that people either love it or hate it. Many
people think it’s too quiet with a lot of sad songs. They are partly right. But if they go to see the
songwriter and folk musician Seth Lakeman, they might change their minds. It’s true that Seth’s
songs are often about sad events in the past, but his musical style is dramatic and modern, a bit
like pop. He plays in a very energetic way, often with a group, including a loud drummer! Questions 6–10
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in
Paragraph 2 the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
Seth Lakeman’s first album, called Kitty Jay, nearly won an important music prize and became
very successful as a result. This was surprising, as he recorded it in his brother’s kitchen at a very
low cost. Seth is from a family of well-known folk musicians. His dad, Geoff, often plays in public 6. A People have strong feelings about English folk music.
and sings. Both of his brothers have also made albums. Seth himself plays the violin, viola, guitar 7. B Seth Lakeman is more of a pop singer than a folk singer.
and banjo.
8. C Seth’s first album became successful because it won a prize.
Paragraph 3 D Seth Lakeman’s first album was very cheap to make.
Seth is not one of those musicians who makes an album and then wants to relax. He finds this 9.
difficult. He’s been on long tours, made over ten albums and performed in many places. If you go E Seth Lakeman plays at a lot of music festivals in Britain.
10.
to one of the many summer music festivals in Britain, you are very likely to see him. He has also F Seth used his own words in the album called ‘Word of Mouth’.
performed in Europe, the US and Australia, but the best place he has ever played was Africa.
G A lot of people who dislike folk music enjoyed ‘Word of Mouth’.
Paragraph 4 H If Seth finds it difficult to write a song, he leaves it for a time.
One of his most original albums was the 2014 album called ‘Word of Mouth’. For this, he
interviewed a number of different people and wrote songs using words from the interviews.
People have been positive about the album, even many people who don’t like folk music. He
loves experimenting and his most recent album was also unlike previous ones. His later albums
Questions 11–15
generally have a slower pace than the early ones, but are no less dramatic.
Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text.
Paragraph 5 Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
Seth loves writing songs. Writing the music comes easily to him, but finding the words is
sometimes a challenge. If he is stuck for ideas, he goes for walks in the countryside, or he goes 11. It’s possible that people will about hating folk music if
for a run and tries again the next day. Touring and performing may be a little more limited in the they watch Seth Lakeman.
coming months, as Seth and his wife have just had twins. But he organises his time well and can’t
imagine giving up his musical career. 12. Seth Lakeman’s father and brothers are all performers
of folk music.

13. It is hard for Seth Lakeman to after he has finished a

new album.

14. Comments about the album ‘Word of Mouth’ have been .

15. Seth may play in a more number of concerts because

of his new family.

page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 3
 ISE I ISE I

Task 2 — Multi-text reading Text C

In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
[Link]
Questions 16–20
Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions. Smart Fashion School HOME COURSES STAFF CONTACT
As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D — Last year’s students said:
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once. Mari Carmen: ‘What a great course! Everything was really good! It helped me to decide on
the best career for me. If I can, I’ll be a fashion designer.’
Which text Paul Bergen: ‘I loved the T-shirt printing lesson. In fact, I have started printing T-shirts for my
friends, and I may set up a business selling printed T-shirts.’
16. gives the opinions of a whole class of students?
May Lee: ‘It was a very practical course. The visits were helpful and gave you lots of ideas,
17. includes an invitation to the students? but I enjoyed making my own clothes most. I might get a job with a fashion company.’

18. talks about some future job possibilities?

19. explains what students will do on the course?

Text D
20. introduces someone to a group of people?
Last year’s student survey
Text A
ĞƐƚƉĂƌƚŽĨƚŚĞĐŽƵƌƐĞ KǀĞƌĂůůŝŵƉƌĞƐƐŝŽŶ
Smart Fashion School — Design Course
A two-week summer course to introduce young people to the world of fashion. Students will
DĂŬŝŶŐĐůŽƚŚĞƐ
learn to design and make their own clothes. It’s the perfect course for people who want to Good 5
work in fashion. (25%)
dͲƐŚŝƌƚƉƌŝŶƟŶŐ
Programme
sĞƌLJŐŽŽĚϭϱ
Week 1 (75%)
• Visit to a fashion museum to research the history of clothes. Visits to museum and shops
• Use your drawings from the visit to design your own clothes.
• T-shirt printing — draw your own design for the front of a T-shirt and print it. 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 dŽƚĂůƐƚƵĚĞŶƚƐ͗ϮϬ
• Shopping trip — see the latest fashions.
Week 2 EŽǁǁŽƌŬŝŶŐŝŶƚŚĞĨĂƐŚŝŽŶŝŶĚƵƐƚƌLJ͗ϭϲƐƚƵĚĞŶƚƐ
• Make clothes from your drawings.
• Friday night — Fashion Show! Please come along and wear your own designs.

Questions 21–25
Text B Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
To: student@[Link]
Subject: Course joining instructions
21. A In the first week, students will do some drawing at the museum.
Dear Students 22. B Students on the course will copy a design to print on their T-shirts.
Welcome to the summer course. Carla Rossi will be your teacher on the fashion course. She has C The students have to arrange their own accommodation for the course.
worked as a teacher of fashion for 6 years. 23.
Carla will meet you in reception at 10 o’clock on the first day. Your bedroom will be ready for you when D Students must be in the fashion studio at 11 o’clock on the first day.
24.
you arrive, so you can take your bags to your room. E Paul Bergen started his own T-shirt business after he finished the course.
Classes will start at 11 o’clock. These take place in the fashion studio. You’ll need a drawing book, 25.
F May Lee preferred making clothes to going to the museum and shops.
watercolour paints and paper for taking notes. Have your phone with you to take photos of your work.
Don’t forget the white T-shirt for the printing workshop. G The students liked the T-shirt printing lesson as much as the visits.
Kind regards H Most students have got a job in fashion since the course ended.
Jeff Banks
Student Services Manager

page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 5
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 26–30 Task 3 — Reading into writing

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or Write a letter (100–130 words) for new students about the fashion course.
phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30.
Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
 describe what students will do on the course
 explain what they will have to do on the first day and

Notes  say what students thought about the last course.

Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.
Smart Fashion School
You should plan your letter before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
Two-week course make some notes to help you in this box:

• The course will (26.) students to the fashion industry

Planning notes
• Learn to design and make clothes

The course
• Museum visit
• Print a T-shirt
• See the (27.) clothes in shops
• Make clothes

The first day

• Arrive at 10am (No marks are given for these planning notes)

• Bring:
Now write your letter of 100–130 words on the lines below.
— (28.) for writing in class
— a drawing book
— paints
— phone

Opinions of the course

• 100% good or very good
• Best activity: (29.) to see clothes

• Helped students to choose a (30.)

page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 7
 ISE I ISE I

Task 4 — Extended writing Integrated Skills in English I

Write an email (100–130 words) to a friend about a special occasion. You should:
Time allowed: 2 hours
 describe a special occasion you have celebrated recently (or a party you have been to recently) and
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 explain why you enjoyed it.

You should plan your email before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box: Task 1 — Long reading
Read the following text about Madeline Island and answer the 15 questions on page 3.
Planning notes

Paragraph 1
Madeline Island is in Lake Superior in America. Lake Superior is the biggest freshwater lake
in the world, but Madeline Island is tiny. In 2007, the population of the island was 250 people.
Since then it has gone up by about 50 people, as new people have moved there and families
have had children. In summer, temperatures are high, but in winter it is freezing!
Paragraph 2
The people of Madeline Island have to use different forms of transport in different weather.
There is a ferry that runs for most of the year and carries passengers and vehicles. In the winter
the water freezes. Then people drive across the lake on a road of ice. This goes from the island
to the town of Bayfield. When the ice road is closed, the islanders have to travel by something
called an ‘ice angel’. This means of transport looks like a boat, but it travels across the ice.
(No marks are given for these planning notes)
Paragraph 3
The people of the island have used the ice road for many years. When the ice in the lake is
Now write your email of 100–130 words on the lines below. thickest, the road is wide and can take three cars in each direction. At either side of the road,
there is a line of trees. This shows drivers where the road is in heavy snow. The road is only safe
when the ice is thick enough. Drivers can call a special phone number and a message will tell
them if cars can use the road to cross.
Paragraph 4
Over the years, the ice has started to get thinner. A local teenager, Forrest Howk, did a school
project on this. He discovered that in the past 150 years the length of the ice season has reduced
by 45 days. In both 1998 and 2012, the road did not open at all. At times like this, and at the
beginning and end of winter, the ice is too thin to be safe. This is when the islanders have to
travel by ice angel.

Paragraph 5
The ice angel cannot carry vehicles or heavy objects, but it does carry the post and food across
from the mainland. Arnie Nelson drives the ice angel. He says, ‘There are days when I don’t
want to do it, as the weather is so miserable out there.’ But Arnie has driven the ice angel for
38 years. There have only been a few times when he hasn’t made the journey because of bad
weather. He continues, ‘People travel to work or school on it and it is an essential service for
the local people.’

page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 1–5 Task 2 — Multi-text reading

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
Questions 16–20
1. Paragraph 1 A Finding out if the road is safe Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions.

B The future of Madeline Island As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D —
2. Paragraph 2
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once.
3. Paragraph 3 C Three ways to travel from the island
D Cold winters are becoming shorter Which text
4. Paragraph 4
E The ice angel is usually reliable 16. describes a fun way to learn a new language without paying for it?
5. Paragraph 5
F Some facts about Madeline Island 17. talks about the lack of interest in learning another language?

18. shows that language learning is more effective when you use it regularly?

19. gives a negative view on a national system of learning languages at school?

Questions 6–10
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in 20. shows the differences in attitudes to language learning around the world?
the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
Text A
6. A More than 250 people live on the island.
Parents’ thoughts about their children learning languages
7. B People drive to Bayfield on the ice road.
A recent survey of six countries around the world has shown that most parents believe
C The ice road is not always open in the winter. that after-school language classes are important for their child’s success. However, they
8.
D The ice road is a new way of getting to the mainland. all insist that the classes should be fun for the child and many like the idea of children
9. learning about other cultures and traditions from native language teachers.
E There are forests on both sides of the ice road.
10. 100
F A scientist studied changes in the amount of ice.
G The ice angel carries letters and parcels. 80
H Sometimes Arnie Nelson isn’t keen on driving the % of parents
ice angel. 60
who believe
languages are 40
important
20
Questions 11–15
Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text. 0
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
Country
11. Both can travel on the ferry.
Text B
12. The ice angel the frozen water.

13. The drivers can see the trees at the edges of the road when there is According to the National Centre for is a problem. Many companies sell their
Languages in Wales, the lack of foreign products in other countries and so they
. language options is a big disadvantage need people who have the right language
for young people. Students in primary skills. They feel the education system
14. The ice angel isn’t able to take cars and .
and secondary schools in Wales study is not working. Students lose interest
15. Arnie thinks that the ice angel is for the people of English and Welsh but they don’t have or they just aren’t confident in another
the island. to study a third language. In fact, the language. What they would like to see
number of students who choose another are more conversation classes in foreign
language has fallen for the past few languages, especially in local colleges.
years. For some businesses in Wales, this

Turn over page page 3 page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Text C Questions 26–30

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or
To: david@[Link] phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30.
From: max@[Link]
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
Hi David
I’m having a fantastic time at the international summer camp. This is a great way to improve my Notes
English (not like language classes at school where we have to do lots of grammar). This is exciting
and I’m getting more confident. At the moment, I’m teaching tennis to the younger students. The
classes are all in English so I’ve learnt a lot in a short time. You don’t forget new words and phrases Different ways to learn a language
when you have to use them every day. In the evenings, we usually watch films. I have to concentrate • After-school language classes
really hard because the dialogue is often too fast. I’m always really tired at the end of the day.
• Conversation classes at (26.)
Max
• International summer camp

• (27.) : study when and where you want

Text D

Reasons why students sometimes don’t learn a language well

HomeLingo • Education system doesn’t work: students aren’t confident or they
The only way to learn a language! (28.)
Would you like to learn a language? Try our online courses. Each course is free • School language classes: students don’t like doing (29.)
and you can study when or where you want. Also, you don’t have to stop at one
• Online courses: some learners find they are (30.)
language. If you don’t like the language you start with, try another! There are plenty
to choose from.
If you have found other online courses are too fast, don’t worry. With HomeLingo you
decide how fast or how slowly you go. Learning a new language can be fun, so why
not start today?

Questions 21–25
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).

21. A An online course allows people to learn at the right speed for them.

22. B Watching films in a foreign language is a good way to learn new vocabulary.
C Learning a new language can be exciting but also very tiring.
23.
D It’s an advantage to have good language skills if you work for a company
24. that sells abroad.
25. E Most parents don’t think that students need a native language teacher.
F Online language courses are available in several different languages.
G Students don’t understand why foreign languages are important.
H More parents in Brazil think after-school language classes are important
for success than parents in the USA.

Turn over page page 5 page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Task 3 — Reading into writing Task 4 — Extended writing

Write an essay (100–130 words) for your teacher about the importance of learning another language. Write an article (100–130 words) for a website about rules at your school, university or place of work.
You should:
Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
 explain what parents around the world think about learning a foreign language ◗ describe some of the rules at your school, university or workplace and
 suggest the different ways you can learn another language and ◗ say why we need rules in places like this.
 describe why learning a language is difficult for some students. You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:
Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.

You should plan your essay before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
Planning notes
make some notes to help you in this box:

Planning notes

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

(No marks are given for these planning notes) Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.

Now write your essay of 100–130 words on the lines below.

Turn over page page 7 page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
 ISE I ISE I

Integrated Skills in English I Questions 1–5

The text on page 2 has five paragraphs (1–5). Choose the best title for each paragraph from A–F
Time allowed: 2 hours below and write the letter (A–F) on the lines below. There is one title you don’t need.
This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.
1. Paragraph 1 A The importance of testing

2. Paragraph 2 B The dream that became possible

Task 1 — Long reading
C Important things to think about
Read the following text about cars of the future and answer the 15 questions on page 3. 3. Paragraph 3
D The last step
4. Paragraph 4
E The cost of cars of the future
Paragraph 1 5. Paragraph 5
F Competing to succeed
For many years, a driverless car was just an idea. Many people thought that a car with no driver
that can drive on city streets, very close to people, was impossible to make. But science and
computers have changed that. Several companies now say they are close to building a car that
Questions 6–10
will be safe to drive on city streets. Buses and even planes may be driverless too. If all this is
true, it will change our world. Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given in
the text on page 2. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).
Paragraph 2
It all began in Germany in the 1980s. An inventor built a car that travelled hundreds of 6. A The writer says that driverless public transport is a possibility.
kilometres without a driver. Since then computers have improved a lot and designers have
improved these kinds of cars. They can now go faster and more safely around streets. Lots 7. B The first driverless car was made in the 20th century.
of companies wanted to be the first to produce a reliable ‘driverless’ vehicle. One company C Companies are already testing driverless cars in cities.
even built a special ‘city’ with streets and buildings, but no people of course, to test their new 8.
D Driverless cars will make traffic worse at first.
cars. Now, companies are testing driverless cars in big cities, but always with a trained 9.
driver in the vehicle. E Some advanced cars today already park in the same way that
10. driverless cars do.
Paragraph 3
F The writer thinks that driverless cars will follow the same
Of course there are some important things to consider: speed, cost and, most importantly,
driving rules as now.
safety. It’s certain that there will be more traffic problems as cars will be moving more slowly.
But one thing is sure. We will have ‘intelligent’ cars within a few years. In fact, we have them G Driverless cars and traditional cars will not use the same roads.
already, but companies need time to test them before they can sell them to customers. They H There will be two kinds of driving licences in the future.
must make sure that the streets are safe with these cars. One company has built a driverless
car that has driven over half a million kilometres without accidents.
Questions 11–15
Paragraph 4 Complete sentences 11–15 with an exact number, word or phrase (maximum three words) from the text.
Many modern cars already drive themselves in some ways. For example, they can park and stop Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below.
very quickly if there is danger. They have very advanced computers to make them safer. Every
year there is something new. But there is one thing they still need — a driver. The final change 11. For a long time the idea of a car with no driver was simply
will come when we don’t need to drive at all. We will simply get in the car and tell it where to
go. That day may be very near. .
Paragraph 5 12. The city that the company built to test their cars didn’t have any
Driverless cars will bring advantages. For example, we will have lots of free time as we travel.
But we will also have to make big decisions. Should driverless cars always be on the same roads .
as normal cars? Will there be age limits to ‘drive’ these cars? Will we need a special driving
13. Until companies , we cannot buy driverless cars.
licence? Will children be able to ‘drive’ to school alone? These questions may sound strange
today but with driverless cars we will soon need some answers and some new laws. 14. One company’s driverless car has travelled with no
for long distances.

15. As cars drive themselves, for ‘drivers’ may not

be necessary.

page 2 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 3
 ISE I ISE I

Task 2 — Multi-text reading Text C

In this section there are four short texts for you to read and some questions for you to answer.
Cristina’s diary
Questions 16–20
22 May
Read questions 16–20 first and then read texts A, B, C and D below the questions.
Another great day! I’ve just reached the national final of the indoor climbing competition!
As you read each text, decide which text each question refers to. Choose one letter — A, B, C or D —
and write it on the lines below. You can use any letter more than once. I only started this sport when I did a weekend activity break two years ago. I just love running
and jumping over rocks, walls and other objects. It’s been hard work because I’ve had to train 40
Which text hours a week for over a year now. I have to wear a helmet but I don’t have to use any ropes, so
16. gives opinions on different extreme sports? I feel really free when I’m climbing. You need to be quite strong and be skilled at gymnastics as
well as have the ability to solve the climbing problems ahead of you. I’ve heard my sport might
17. tells us how popular extreme sports have become?
become an Olympic sport in 2020. If that happens, I want to be there!
18. invites people to try something new?

19. expresses pride in an achievement?

Text D
20. presents opposing views on extreme sports?
Number of people doing three different extreme sports in the UK (2005–2015)
Text A
2015
Have you thought about doing something different this weekend? We organise all types of Caving
2005
exciting weekend activity breaks.
• How about going indoor climbing? Indoor climbing experts have designed new indoor courses.
It doesn’t matter if you haven’t done it before because we have courses for both Surfing
beginners and advanced climbers.

• Have you ever wanted to surf the perfect wave? Now you can without even going in the sea.
We’ll take you to the best surf pool. Wave machines under the water create great waves, big or Indoor rock climbing
small. The pool even has heated water!
0 20,000 40,000 60,000 80,000 100,000 120,000 140,000 160,000
• Perhaps you’ve wanted to see nature underground. Well, you can go caving with our experts.
You have the chance to explore caves only a few people have ever seen.
Look at our website [Link] for further details
Questions 21–25
Choose the five statements from A–H below that are TRUE according to the information given
Text B in the texts above. Write the letters of the TRUE statements on the lines below (in any order).

Some comments about extreme sports:

21. A To join an indoor climbing course, it’s better if you have experience
Francesca: 6XU¿QJLQKHDWHGZDWHUVRXQGVJUHDW,¶YHKHDUGLW¶VDKXJH of rock-climbing.
SRRORIRYHUPHWUHVE\PHWUHVDQGWKHUH¶VDZDYHPDFKLQHWKDW 22.
B Surf pools are unsuitable for experienced surfers who want large waves.
FUHDWHVZDYHVXSWRPHWUHVKLJK 23.
C Fred thinks surfing in the sea is more exciting than doing it in a pool.
Fred: #)UDQFHVFD,¶GUDWKHUGRWKHUHDOWKLQJ,ZDQWWKHWKULOORIQRW
24.
NQRZLQJMXVWKRZELJWKHQH[WZDYHZLOOEH D Giorgia says caving is less dangerous than people think.
25. E Cristina has trained for the competition for two years.
Alex: ,¶YHGRQHVRPHLQGRRUURFNFOLPELQJDQGVRPHRIWKHFRXUVHV
WKH\¶YHVHWDUHIDQWDVWLF F Cristina’s ambition is to go to the Olympics.

Giorgia: $ORWRISHRSOHVD\FDYLQJLVUHDOO\ULVN\EXWWKDW¶VQRWP\ G More people went surfing than indoor climbing in 2005.
H[SHULHQFH,W¶VMXVWVRFRROWRORRNDWURFNVWKDWDUHPLOOLRQVRI\HDUVROG H Indoor rock-climbing became more popular than surfing in a period
of ten years.
Alberto: <RXJX\VDUHDOOFUD]\,¶GUDWKHUJRWRWKHEHDFKEHFDXVHZKHQ
,JRRQKROLGD\,ZDQWWRUHOD[

page 4 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 5
 ISE I ISE I

Questions 26–30 Task 3 — Reading into writing

The notes below contain information from the texts on pages 4 and 5. Find an exact number, word or Write an article (100–130 words) for a teenage activity magazine giving details about these
phrase (maximum three words) from texts A–D to complete the missing information in gaps 26–30. extreme sports.
Write the exact number, word or phrase on the lines below. Use the information you read in texts A, B, C and D (pages 4 and 5) to:
 say how popular these extreme sports have become
Notes  compare indoor and outdoor surfing and
 describe what you need for indoor climbing.
Different Extreme Sports Do not copy from the texts. Use your own words as far as possible.

Indoor climbing You should plan your article before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:
• Climbing experts created a variety of (26.)

• Climb over walls, rocks and other objects Planning notes

• Need to be good (27.) and solving climbing problems

• Increasingly popular — might become an Olympic sport

• Need a helmet but not (28.)

Surfing
• Possible to do surfing in huge heated indoor pool
• (29.) can create waves up to 12 metres high
• Surfing in the sea is more natural and exciting
(No marks are given for these planning notes)
Caving
• Possibility to see and (30.) nature underground
Now write your article of 100–130 words on the lines below.

page 6 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks. Turn over page page 7
 ISE I

Task 4 — Extended writing

Write a review (100–130 words) for a travel website, about a town you have visited. You should:
 describe the town and
 explain why the town is a good place to visit.

You should plan your review before you start writing. Think about what you are going to write and
make some notes to help you in this box:

Planning notes

(No marks are given for these planning notes)

Now write your review of 100–130 words on the lines below.

page 10 This exam paper has four tasks. Complete all tasks.