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PAPER 1: LISTENING

The Listening Paper consists of SIX parts.

Part 1: Questions 1-8; Part 4: Questions 19-23;
Part 2: Questions 9-14; Part 5: Questions 24-29 ;
Part 3: Questions 15-18; Part 6: Questions 30-35.

Each question carries ONE mark.

Part 1
You will hear some sentences. You will hear each sentence twice. Choose the
correct reply to each sentence (A, B, or C).
Mark your answers on the answer sheet.

1. A) He was healthy.
B) It went well.
C) Fingers crossed!
2. A) Yes, he was at the office.
B) No, she didn’t.
C) She is going to the cinema.
3. A) No, I may not.
B) No, it doesn’t.
C) No, you may not.
4. A) Of course!
B) Can’t wait!
C) Yes, take it!
5. A) Just a second ago.
B) At home.
C) Tomorrow.
6. A) Well, OK.
B) Let’s have lunch!
C) See you soon!
7. A) Yes, I have it.
B) Not yet.
C) No, it hasn’t.
8. A) I can’t, I have a meeting.
B) We need to go swimming.
C) Of course, he wants it!
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Part 2
You will hear someone giving a talk. For each question, fill in the missing
information in the numbered space.
Write ONE WORD and / or A NUMBER for each answer.

NEW SCHOOL LIBRARY

The name of the new librarian: 9__________ Smith.

Price: 10__________, there is small fee if you want to read

at home.

Book types: school subject books, 11__________, hobby

books

You can take up to 12__________ books at a time. And

you’ll pay a 13__________ if don’t bring them back within
three weeks.

Computers can be used if students 14__________ a time in

advance.

Part 3
You will hear people speaking in different situations. Match each speaker (15-18)
to the place they met their best friend(A-F). There are TWO EXTRA options which
you do not need to use.
Mark your answers on the answer sheet.

A) at a musical event
15. Speaker 1 … B) on public transport
16. Speaker 2 … C) through a relative
17. Speaker 3 … D) at school
18. Speaker 4 … E) through another friend
F) as a neighbour
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Part 4
You will hear someone giving a talk. Label the places (19-23) on the map (A-H).
There are THREE extra options which you do not need to use.
Mark your answers on the answer sheet.

SPORTS CAMPUS

19. Bike riding area …

20. Training pool …
21. Tennis court …
22. Badminton court …
23. Medicine room …
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Part 5
You will hear three extracts. Choose the correct answer (A, B or C) for each
question (24-29). There are TWO questions for each extract.
Mark your answers on the answer sheet.

EXTRACT ONE
You hear two friends talking about an incident one of them has seen.
24. What happened to the woman's car?
A) It was slightly scratched when a lorry reversed.
B) It was completely destroyed when a lorry drove over it.
C) It escaped damage when a lorry turned round.
25. How did the woman react to what had happened?
A) She was disappointed about missing her day out.
B) She felt some sympathy for the lorry driver.
C) She was extremely angry with the lorry driver.
EXTRACT TWO
On the radio, you hear a zoo director talking about the orangutans at the zoo.
26. How did visitors at the zoo react to Marla's escape?
A) They were curious and crowded round to watch Marla.
B) They were worried about Marla and offered her food.
C) They were frightened because Marla seemed threatening.
27. Which of Marla's actions does the zoo director find particularly clever?
A) managing to hide some keys
B) using sign cards in an appropriate way
C) understanding why the vet had arrived
EXTRACT THREE
On the radio, you hear two people talking about a stonemason.
28. What was the stonemason's initial response to the people around him?
A) He felt stopping work to speak to them was a waste of time.
B) He seemed to be completely unaware of their presence.
C) He was very willing to describe his skills and techniques.
29. Why were the onlookers so fascinated by the stonemason's work?
A) They believed his work had made him famous.
B) They valued craft work because it had become fashionable.
C) They found the idea of practical work appealing.
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Part 6
You will hear a part of a lecture. For each question, fill in the missing information in
the numbered space.
Write no more than one word for each answer.

DANCING
To become a classical dancer, it is best to start lessons when you are very young.
On degree courses, there is often more emphasis on academic learning than (30)
__________ skills.
In order to make contacts, dance students should attend (31) __________.
For auditions, dancers should prepare questions as well as focus on (32) __________
and appearance.
Dancers must be prepared to experience (33) __________ during their careers and
develop other skills.
Some dancers are reluctant to consider administration as a way of earning money.
Dancers should try to avoid (34) __________ which may shorten a career.
Dancers who are unwilling to (35) __________ are unlikely to do well.
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PAPER 2: READING
The Reading Paper consists of FIVE parts.
Part 1: Questions 1-6; Part 4: Questions 21-29;
Part 2: Questions 7-14; Part 5: Questions 30-35.
Part 3: Questions 15-20;

Each question carries ONE mark.

PART 1
Read the text. Fill in each gap with ONE word. You must use a word which is
somewhere in the rest of the text.

A little girl named Ashley lived with her mom and dad. They lived on the top of a hill
in a big house. The Q1__________ had five rooms. Ashley loved to cook and bake.
She loved to make biscuits, and she Q2__________ to make cookies. She loved to
bake for her grandmother. Every day she wore a little blue hat on her head. It was a
bonnet. Wearing the Q3__________, she made cookies and muffins for her
grandmother. The people in the town started to call her “Little Blue Bonnet.” One day
she was late to grandmother’s house to give her the cookies and Q4__________. She
ran into the woods to take a shortcut. She had a feeling that someone was following
her. It was a wolf who wanted her cookies, and he wanted her muffins. The
Q5__________ also wanted to eat her. The wolf got to the grandmother’s house
before Little Blue Bonnet. He quickly put on the grandmother’s clothes. Little Blue
Bonnet finally made it to her grandmother’s house. She knocked on the door. The
Q6__________ slowly opened.
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PART 2
Read the texts 7-14 and the statements A-J. Decide which text matches with the
situation described in the statements.
Each statement can be used ONCE only. There are TWO extra statements which you
do not need to use.
Mark your answers on the answer sheet.

A) Your friend needs a phone and a laptop to drive this car.

B) You can easily connect your iPhone and Samsung phone to this machine.
C) You need a car that doesn't run on gasoline and can go far.
D) This modern car has the most intelligent speed limit system and audio-video
devices.
E) Your eighteen-year-old brother, who just got his license to ride a car, will definitely
like this electric car.
F) You need a vehicle with a lot of space for you, your life partner and children.
G) You are a big business owner and you need a luxury vehicle.
H) This family car is good at saving fuel.
I) This affordable and compact crossover can be powered by both electricity and
gasoline.
J) This strong car has a spacious interior and a powerful engine.
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90 800 88 88
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PART 3
Read the text and choose the correct heading for each paragraph from the list of
headings below.
There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use all of them. You
cannot use any heading more than once.
List of Headings:
A) The role of the processor
15. Paragraph I
B) How smartphones connect us
16. Paragraph II
C) The importance of battery life
17. Paragraph III
D) Cameras and image capture
18. Paragraph IV
E) Touchscreen technology
19. Paragraph V
F) Protecting your personal data
20. Paragraph VI
G) The design and materials
H) Apps and their functions

How modern smartphones work

I. Modern smartphones are designed to be sleek, lightweight, and durable. Most use
materials like aluminum, glass, or plastic to create a stylish yet strong outer shell. The
design isn’t just about looks—it also protects the internal components from damage.
Some phones are even water-resistant, allowing users to take calls in the rain or
accidentally drop their device in water without serious harm. Manufacturers carefully
choose materials that balance weight, strength, and cost, while also considering how
the phone feels in the hand.
II. At the heart of every smartphone is a powerful processor, often referred to as the
“chip.” This tiny but complex piece of hardware controls everything—from opening
apps and browsing the internet to playing videos and managing memory. The
processor works with other components like RAM and storage to ensure smooth
performance. Faster processors allow users to multitask easily and enjoy high-quality
games or videos without delays. In short, the processor is the brain that keeps the
smartphone running efficiently.
III. Smartphones allow people to stay connected wherever they go. Thanks to mobile
networks, users can make calls, send texts, and use mobile data to access the
internet. Wi-Fi connections offer even faster speeds at home, work, or public places.
Bluetooth lets users connect wirelessly to headphones, speakers, and other devices.
GPS helps with navigation, showing real-time directions and location tracking. These
features make smartphones essential tools for communication, travel, and daily life.
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IV. The touchscreen is one of the most important parts of a smartphone. It allows
users to interact with the device using simple gestures like tapping, swiping, or
pinching. Beneath the glass surface is a layer that senses touch and sends signals to
the processor. This technology makes smartphones easy to use and highly responsive.
Whether typing a message, playing a game, or zooming in on a photo, the
touchscreen provides a smooth and intuitive experience.
V. Smartphone cameras have improved dramatically in recent years. Many devices
now include multiple lenses for wide-angle shots, close-ups, and even night
photography. The camera uses sensors to capture light and convert it into digital
images. Advanced software helps enhance photos by adjusting brightness, contrast,
and focus. Users can also record high-definition videos and edit them directly on their
phones. For many people, their smartphone has replaced traditional cameras
entirely.
VI. Security is a major concern for smartphone users. These devices store sensitive
information like passwords, contacts, photos, and banking details. To protect this
data, smartphones use features like fingerprint scanners, facial recognition, and PIN
codes. Encryption helps keep messages and files safe from hackers. Regular software
updates also fix security issues and improve protection. With so much personal data
on our phones, strong security features are more important than ever.

PART 4
Read the following text for question 21-29.
THE ICE AGE
The Earth is about 4.6 billion years old and there have actually been about 11
different Ice Ages. An Ice Age is a cold period in which glaciers, slowly moving sheets
or masses of ice, covered much of the Earth's surface. The last ice age on Earth was
called 'The Great Ice Age' occurring about 11,000 years ago. Over 1/3 of the Earth's
surface was covered in ice, and the air had less carbon dioxide in it.
Two explanations are usually given as to why the ice ages occurred. One, the
temperatures were so cold that it never rained, only snowed. Two, the tilt of the
Earth changed and it was away from the Sun.
The land looks much different during an ice age. It is frozen and bare land which is
called a tundra. Very few plants exist on a tundra since the ground is too frozen to
sustain life. There are evergreen trees that grow but there is no grass or flowers, only
shrubs, bushes, and moss grass. In some parts of the world there are still tundra in
parts of North America, Europe, and Asia.
Following the end of the last Ice Age there were glaciers left behind and the sheets of
ice-covered rivers and valleys. The melting and the refreezing of the ice continued to
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occur for millions of years. Then, about 10,000 years ago the Earth began to get
warmer and the remaining glaciers melted leaving lakes and valleys with a mixture of
rocks and soil. However, in the higher elevations there was still ice and glaciers,
including some today that were left over from the last Ice Age.
A scientist named Louis Aggasiz studied the clues of the ice age in the 1800s. He
explained to other scientists that boulders they saw were left by glaciers and carrying
them many miles from one area to another. The other scientists did not believe him.
However, Aggasiz proved his theory because boulders the glaciers left behind were
made of granite. There were no other granite boulders in the area so they had to
have been brought there by the glaciers. Other things also proved his theory. There
was polished bedrock, large sand and gravel piles, big valleys, and rough mountain
tops, which were all formed by the movement of the glaciers during the ice age.
Even though ice ages took place, there were still animals living on the Earth including
the wooly mammoth, wooly rhinos, cave bears, horses, wolves, bison and reindeer. A
few of them are now extinct such as the woolly mammoth, cave bear, and woolly
rhino. Scientists know they existed though because there were people who painted
pictures of the animals on the sides of the caves where they lived.
There have been skeletons of the animals found as well. In addition, cuts of bones
have been found in these skeletons which were made by the knives of the hunters.
Some of the knives the hunters used were found next to the skeletons too.
People also lived during the Ice Age 35,000 years ago. The role of the men included
hunting for food, and the women and children prepared the food, made clothing
from the hides of animals, and built the shelters where everyone lived.
When the hunters killed an animal, every part of the animal was useful. Its meat and
organs were used for food. The skins were used for their clothing, blankets, and
shelter. Even an animal's stomach was used for carrying water. Finally, the bones
were used for needles, weapons, and different tools.
For questions 21-24, choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D. Mark your answers on
the answer sheet.
21. What is the meaning of glaciers according to the text?
A) sheets of papers
B) mass cold
C) giant moving ice
D) Earth’s surface
22. Tundra …
A) doesn’t exist now.
B) is not suitable for plants
C) is a frozen land but has full of plant life
D) has no trees at all
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23. Ice and glaciers …

A) are growing worryingly fast
B) are only in lakes and tropic valleys
C) are mixed into soil and water now.
D) still exist today
24. When a scientist named Louis Aggasiz studied the clues of the ice age in the
1800s, …
A) He didn’t find anything big
B) other scientists believed him
C) his colleagues distrusted him
D) he moved boulders that were left by other scientists
For questions 25-29, decide if the following statements agree with the information
given in the text. Mark your answers on the answer sheet.
25. During the Great Ice Age, more than half of Earth’s surface was covered in ice.
A) True B) False C) No Information
26. Some trees can grow in tundra regions.
A) True B) False C) No Information
27. Some animals went extinct after the Ice age.
A) True B) False C) No Information
28. Ice Age people used iron knives because they didn't freeze.
A) True B) False C) No Information
29. Ice Age hunters used some parts of animals and discarded the rest.
A) True B) False C) No Information
PART 5
Read the following text for questions 30-35.
HOW VACCINES WORK
For more than two hundred years, vaccines have been one of the most powerful tools
in modern medicine. They have helped people live longer, healthier lives by
preventing diseases that once killed millions. To understand how vaccines work, it is
useful to first look at how the human immune system protects the body, what
happens when a vaccine is given, and why vaccines are so important for both
individuals and communities.
The human body has a defense system called the immune system. Its main job is to
protect us from harmful invaders, such as viruses and bacteria. When these invaders,
also known as pathogens, enter the body, the immune system recognizes them as
dangerous and starts fighting. One of the most important parts of the immune system
is the white blood cells. These cells move through the bloodstream and tissues,
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always searching for signs of infection. When they detect a virus or bacterium, some
white blood cells attack and destroy the invaders directly, while others create special
proteins called antibodies. Antibodies are like tiny weapons that attach to the virus or
bacterium, making it easier for the body to remove it.
An important feature of the immune system is memory. After fighting an infection
once, the immune system “remembers” the invader. If the same pathogen enters the
body again, the immune system responds faster and more effectively, often stopping
the disease before it can make a person sick. This natural memory is what vaccines
use to give us protection.
A vaccine is a medical product that trains the immune system without causing the
actual disease. It works by showing the body a safe version of a pathogen. This can be
done in several ways. Some vaccines use pathogens that are killed so they cannot
cause disease. Others use a version of the virus or bacterium that is alive but
weakened. Some vaccines include only parts of the pathogen, such as proteins on its
surface. In recent years, new vaccines have been made with mRNA, which gives the
body instructions to make a harmless piece of the pathogen’s protein so the immune
system can learn to recognize it.
When a person receives a vaccine, usually by injection, their immune system reacts as
if it were facing a real infection. White blood cells create antibodies and memory
cells. However, because the vaccine is not dangerous, the person does not experience
the severe symptoms of the actual disease. Later, if the real pathogen tries to attack,
the immune system is ready to fight it quickly.
Before vaccines existed, infectious diseases caused enormous suffering. Smallpox, for
example, killed millions of people for centuries. In the 20th century alone, smallpox
caused more than 300 million deaths. Thanks to vaccines, smallpox was completely
eliminated in 1980, the first disease in history to be wiped out by human effort. Other
diseases, such as polio, measles, and diphtheria, have also been greatly reduced by
vaccination campaigns. In many countries today, children rarely see these illnesses,
which were once common and deadly.
Vaccines not only protect individuals but also communities. This is because of a
concept called herd immunity. When enough people are vaccinated, the disease has
little chance to spread. This protects those who cannot receive vaccines, such as
newborn babies or people with certain medical conditions.
Some people worry about the safety of vaccines. Like any medicine, vaccines can
have side effects. These are usually mild, such as a sore arm or a slight fever. Serious
side effects are extremely rare. Scientists and doctors carefully test vaccines before
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they are approved, and they continue to monitor them to make sure they remain
safe. Another question people often ask is why we sometimes need booster shots.
The reason is that immune memory can fade over time. For some diseases, like
measles, one or two doses are enough to provide lifelong protection. For others, like
tetanus or COVID-19, booster doses may be needed to keep the immune system
strong.
Vaccines are not only for children. Adults also benefit from them. For example, older
people often receive vaccines against influenza or pneumonia, because their immune
systems are weaker. Travelers may need vaccines before visiting certain countries
where diseases such as yellow fever are present. In recent years, new technologies
have made it possible to develop vaccines more quickly. The COVID-19 pandemic
showed how important this can be. Scientists created safe and effective vaccines in
less than a year, something that would have seemed impossible in the past. These
vaccines helped reduce severe illness and death worldwide. At the same time, the
pandemic also showed the challenges of vaccine distribution. In some places,
vaccines were not available for everyone at the same time. This highlighted the need
for global cooperation, since diseases can easily cross borders.
For questions 30-33, fill in the missing information in the numbered spaces.
Write no more than ONE WORD and / or A NUMBER for each question.
The body depends on the 30__________ system to fight against viruses and bacteria.
Once the body has already dealt with an illness, it keeps a 31__________ of the germ
for the future.
By presenting only a 32__________ form of the virus or bacterium, vaccines prepare
the immune system.
When enough people are vaccinated, the wider community is protected through
33__________ immunity.
For questions 34-35, choose the correct answer A, B, C, or D. Mark your answers on
the answer sheet.
34. What is the main advantage of vaccines compared to natural infection?
A) They make the body stronger and healthier in general.
B) They train the immune system without causing serious illness.
C) They completely remove all viruses from the body forever.
D) They make antibodies work faster in every situation.
35. Why are booster shots sometimes necessary?
A) Because the first vaccine does not work at all.
B) Because the immune memory can weaken after a while
C) Because people are more likely to get sick as they get older.
D) Because vaccines often cause strong side effects.
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PAPER 3: WRITING

The Writing Paper consists of TWO parts.

Total time allowed: 1 hour

TASK 1

After studying at a language school for a month, you receive this email from the school
management.
Dear Students,
We are writing to inform you that all evening classes will be suspended for the next three
weeks. This is because we need to upgrade the school’s computer systems and install new
interactive whiteboards in the classrooms. We believe this will greatly improve your
learning experience. Daytime classes will continue as usual. We apologise for the
inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
The Management
Task 1.1.
Write a short email to your friend. Tell your friend your feelings about this and what you
plan to do.
Write about 50 words.
Task 1.2.
Write an email to the management. Tell them your thoughts about this and what you
would like to do.
Write about 120-150 words.
TASK 2

You are writing a blog post for a student website.

The title is: “Is it better to wake up early or stay up late?”
Write your response, giving reasons and examples.
Write 180-200 words.
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ANSWER KEYS
LISTENING READING
Part 1 Part 1
1. B 1. house
2. A 2. loved
3. C 3. bonnet
4. A 4. muffins
5. C 5. wolf
6. A 6. door
7. B
Part 2
8. A
7. F
Part 2 8. C
9. Sarah 9. J
10. free 10. D
11. novels 11. G
12. 4 12. H
13. fine 13. B
14. book 14. E
Part 3
Part 3
15. F
15. G
16. C
16. A
17. B
17. B
18. E
18. E
Part 4 19. D
19. D 20. F
20. E
21. H Part 4
22. A 21. C
23. G 22. B
23. D
Part 5
24. C
24. C
25. B
25. B
26. A
26. A
27. A
27. C
28. C
28. B
29. B
29. C
Part 6 Part 5
30. performance 30. immune
31. workshops 31. memory
32. technique 32. safe
33. unemployment 33. herd
34. injury 34. B
35. travel 35. B
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TAPESCPRIPTS
PART 1
Speaker 1.
How was the interview with Mr. Johnson?

Speaker 2.
Did you see Sam this afternoon?

Speaker 3.
May I take your pencil for a minute?

Speaker 4.
Please return the book when you have finished it

Speaker 5.
When are we meeting Mary?

Speaker 6.
How about we meet again after lunch?

Speaker 7.
Have you been to the new cinema yet?

Speaker 8.
Do you want to go swimming on Sunday?

PART 2
Hello everyone! I’m here to tell you about our brand-new school library. We’re very proud of it, and I
hope you’ll all make good use of it this year. First of all, let me introduce myself, I am your new
librarian and my name is Sarah Smith. [9] It’s S-A-R-A-H Smith.

First, let me explain how it works. [10] All students can use the library for free, but there’s a small
fee of five pounds if you want to borrow books to take home. You only need to pay this once for the
whole year.

Now, what kinds of books can you find here? Well, we have a wide range. Of course, there are study
books to help with your school subjects—English, science, history, and maths. [11] But we also have
a large collection of novels, from adventure stories to modern teenage fiction. And if you’re
interested in hobbies, you’ll find books on cooking, photography, travel, and even sport.

[12] About borrowing: you can take up to four books at a time. Please remember, books must be
returned within three weeks. If you need them longer, just ask, and we can usually extend the date.
[13] But if you don’t bring them back, you’ll have to pay a small fine.

Finally, a word about using the library space. It’s open every school day from eight in the morning
until half past five in the afternoon. It’s a quiet place to read, study, or do homework, so please keep
your voices low. [14] Computers are also available, but you must book a time if you want to use
them.
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So, welcome to the library! I’m sure you’ll find it useful, whether you’re preparing for exams or
simply enjoying a good story.

PART 3
Speaker 1.

I moved to an apartment in New York where I didn't know anyone but I started to make friends at
work. [15] One evening when I was really tired there was incredibly loud music coming from the
apartment downstairs so I went and asked for it to be turned down. The next day there was a note
through the door from Mark saying he hoped he hadn't spoilt my evening. And that's the great thing
about him - he always acknowledges if he's in the wrong. Anyway, we discovered we both love
basketball and we started practicing together. We became firm friends and still see each other
although we have less time for basketball these days.

Speaker 2.

When I was thirteen, [16] my dad said his new boss had a daughter of my age who he was sure I
would get on with. They'd just moved and she'd started a new school and didn't know anyone in the
area. Of course, when we did get together, we didn't get along. I was quite reserved and Alessia was
full of herself. Later when we were grown up, we met again through friends and this time we hit it
off. Now I appreciate the fact that life's never dull when she's around as there's always some project
she's just getting started on and is excited about. It's true that opposites attract but you don't always
realize it when you're young.

Speaker 3.

I sometimes wonder where I'd be without Johnny who always seems to be around to cheer me up
when there's a crisis. He doesn't say much and he doesn't want to hear anyone's problems but
nothing ever seems to get him down and that's a great bonus in a friend. It was always like that.
Before going to university, I spent three months cleaning offices and I had to be there by five in the
morning. [17] Johnny was always on the same bus as me as he was working in a bakery. By the time I
got to work we'd shared a few jokes and I was starting to feel human and ready to start my day.

Speaker 4.

I've got myself into deep trouble sometimes because I do love to gossip. I can't stop myself. Most
other people can't bear to keep things to themselves either but Anna is different. If you do tell her
something in confidence, you know it won't go any further. She lives very near me now but she used
to live in Thailand. [18] A few years ago, I was travelling round South East Asia on buses and my
friend arranged for me to stay with Anna who she'd met at university. As soon as I met her, I knew
she'd be a lot of fun. She's quite a bit older than me but it doesn't seem to matter.

PART 4
Good morning everyone, and welcome to our new sports campus. I’m really pleased to see so many
of you here today. Please have a look at the map in front of you while I explain.

So, let’s begin right at the entrance. As soon as you come through the main doors, the first place
you’ll notice, just on your left-hand side, is the reception area. This is where our staff will greet you.
You can ask for information, sign up for membership, or book spaces for particular activities.
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Now, from there, if you [19] walk straight along the main corridor towards the far end on the right-
hand side, you will come to the bike riding area. This is an outdoor space, surrounded by trees, and
it’s designed both for practice sessions and for people who simply want to cycle in a safe
environment.

[20] Just below the bike area, you’ll find the training pool. Please don’t confuse this with the larger
indoor swimming pool, which is located in the south. The training pool is much smaller and is used
mainly for lessons, for children, and also for people who are just learning how to swim.

[21] If we move across to the opposite side of the map, in the bottom left-hand corner, above the
basketball hall, you will see the tennis courts. These are large, open-air courts.

[22] Now, directly below the basketball hall, you’ll see the badminton court. This is an indoor court
and can be booked for singles or doubles games. Unlike tennis, you don’t need to bring your own
rackets – we can provide them at reception.

[23] Finally, before we finish, let me draw your attention to the medicine room, which is in the
bottom right corner, beside the indoor pool. This room is very important, because if you ever have
an accident or feel unwell, this is where you should go.

So, that’s a quick overview of the main areas. Take a few minutes now to look at the map again and
ask me any questions before we start the tour.

PART 5
EXTRACT ONE
Woman: Guess what? I was going out for the day yesterday when I heard the most horrible noise.

Man: Oh, what was it?

Woman: A huge lorry turning round.

Man: What, outside your house?

Woman: Yeah ... and he wasn't exactly careful about it either.

Man: What happened then?

Woman: There was a large crunching noise... I thought he'd driven over my car ...

Man: Did he wreck it completely?

Woman: Well, to my astonishment when he pulled away [24] 'the car didn't have a mark on it!

Man: What was the noise then?

Woman: He'd completely flattened the street light! There was glass everywhere.

Man: You must have been furious.

Woman: Well, surprisingly, I wasn't. [25] "The look on the driver's face was priceless. He was
horrified at what he'd done. I realized he was dreadfully embarrassed, poor man.

Man: What happened next?

Woman: He leapt out of the lorry, knocked on the door and apologized.
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Man: And then?

Woman: He called the electricity company ... they sent someone within an hour - live electricity is
dangerous ...

Man: So, everything was all right in the end?

Woman: Well, it didn't make much difference to me, apart from not getting out when I planned. I
was relieved that no one was hurt.

EXTRACT TWO
Interviewer: So, what about the orangutan in the news recently?

Director: Oh, yeah, Marla - she's rather clever! Last week she climbed out of her enclosure clutching
her baby son and headed for the cafeteria.

Interviewer: Did that cause a stir at the zoo?

Director: Well, surprisingly, none of the visitors seemed overly concerned... Marla was so absorbed
with what she was doing that she posed no real threat to anyone. [26] But she did gather an
admiring audience once she settled down with some bananas she'd taken. But then the baby is
seriously cute!

Interviewer: So, Marla was returned to her enclosure?

Director: Well, [27] as soon as she saw the vet arrive to catch her, she knew what was going on and
just calmly loped back of her own accord... I thought it was extremely astute.

Interviewer: Amazing!

Director: Mm, really astute. When she sees her curators are distracted, she'll take the keys from
their pockets. But unlike some of the other orangutans, uh, she doesn't like playing with sign cards -
uh, we give them symbols for things like food. She seems to be streetwise, socially clever, but
doesn't deal in abstracts.

Interviewer: Fascinating.

Director: Yeah.

EXTRACT THREE
Man: While I was in Cornwall last week, I saw a stonemason working on a statue. He was so intent
on his work [28] that he was oblivious to the fact that he was attracting a crowd of onlookers.

Woman: Really?

Man: And then, when he finally stopped, everyone wanted to strike up a conversation with him.

Woman: Why was that? Were they interested in buying something?

Man: Well, I'm sure most of them could have afforded to buy stylish art like this, they looked like city
business people down for the weekend... but actually they wanted to ask questions about the
materials he used.

Woman: So, they were interested in what he was actually doing?

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Man: Exactly, and then they asked him about his background, and finally one woman said: 'It must
be great earning your living by using your hands.'

Woman: But a stonemason probably doesn't earn a huge amount - unless he's really well-known?

Man: That's right. Though the woman said: 'I wish I could afford to do something like that.'

Woman: Well, isn't it often the case that [29] people in high-paid business jobs who spend their lives
at a computer would love to do something more creative?

Man: You've got a point there...

PART 6
Speaker: Good morning, I'm so pleased to see so many of you here. I love my profession and I want
to pass on some information to all of you who might want to focus on dance. There are two distinct
career areas with different entry routes which I'd like to mention. Anyone wishing to do classical
dance as a career needs to have attended classes from early childhood so that may not be very
helpful to some of you. It's very rare to be able to progress otherwise. Contemporary dance can be
learnt later in life however, and a number of colleges offer degrees in modern dance. Look carefully
before you choose a degree course and make sure it suits you. [30] Most tend to focus on the
academic and technical aspects of dance rather than the skills required for performance. So, it will
be up to you to keep practicing while you're studying and attending lectures. And you'll also find you
need to be networking all the time and working hard at your contacts. [31] The more workshops you
go to, the more people you'll meet and some of them will be useful later on. Nobody is going to find
jobs for you, you know, so you have to be willing to go out there and promote yourself. I was always
taught at college that getting a job was rarely about just turning up for an audition and being picked.
The people choosing between dancers will realize that you are willing to learn and take direction if
you arrive with questions to ask and [32] actually that's what lots of dance fail to do as they're
concentrating so hard on their technique and how they look.

All dancers love their work, but another thing you'll soon learn is that you won't be able to dance all
the time, not because of overwork or exhaustion, [33] but because there are so many dancers out
there that unemployment is a factor in every dancer's life, and you have to develop other skills as
well to make money. You can combine performing with teaching, whether you set up classes
yourself or work for an employer. Some dance agencies and government bodies have openings in
administration and there are often opportunities because not many dancers think it's creative
enough. A dancer's career can be short, and in any event rarely lasts beyond the age of forty. Accept
this, and it won't stress you. [34] And do remember that any injury, especially to the feet, back and
legs, can have an impact and may reduce the length of career even further so it's really important to
understand your body and always take care not to push yourself too hard. Dancing's a fantastic
career but it's not an easy one. [35] You have to be prepared to travel to get the work that suits you
particularly if you specialize in one type of dance. That's the only way to make a success of things
because the jobs won't come to you. Okay, I'll pause there for a minute so...
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WRITING SAMPLES
TASK 1.1
Hi Sarah,
Can you believe evening classes are suspended for three weeks? I’m really upset because evenings
were the only time I could study. I guess I’ll try to switch to a daytime class or do some self-study at
home. Want to meet to practise together?
Best,
Liam

TASK 1.2
Dear Management,
Thank you for your message about the suspension of evening classes. Although I appreciate that
upgrading the computer systems and whiteboards will improve the school, I am disappointed by the
timing. Many students, including myself, rely on evening classes because of work and other
commitments during the day.
I would like to ask whether it would be possible to offer temporary online lessons in the evenings, so
that we do not lose valuable study time. Alternatively, perhaps recorded lessons or extra weekend
workshops could be arranged. This would help students to continue learning while waiting for the
new equipment.
I hope you will consider my suggestions, as I believe they would make the disruption easier for
everyone. I look forward to enjoying the improved facilities once the upgrades are complete.
Best regards,
Liam Walker

TASK 2
Everyone has different habits when it comes to sleep. Some people are “early birds” who wake up at
dawn, while others are “night owls” who prefer staying up late. In my opinion, waking up early is the
better choice for students and young people.

Firstly, waking up early helps with productivity and focus. In the morning, the mind is fresh, and
there are fewer distractions. For example, I often finish my homework faster in the morning than at
night when I feel tired.

Secondly, early risers usually enjoy a healthier lifestyle. They can exercise, eat breakfast, and start
the day calmly, which is good for both body and mind. In contrast, people who stay up late often
skip breakfast or feel too sleepy in class.

Of course, some argue that staying up late allows more time for creativity and relaxation. This can be
true, especially for those who work better at night. However, it often leads to less sleep, which
harms health and school performance.

In conclusion, while both habits have advantages, waking up early is more beneficial for most young
people. It improves productivity, health, and overall well-being.