LRN LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN ESOL
INTERNATIONAL (CEF C2)
LEVEL C2 DURATION:
LISTENING 35 MINUTES
LISTENING
WRITING WRITING
2 HOURS AND
READING AND USE READING
30 MINUTES
AND USE
EXAM PAPER A - JUNE 2022
INSTRUCTIONS:
• Do not open this paper until you are told to do so.
• Read the instructions before answering the questions.
• You will hear Section 1, Section 2 and Section 3 of the Listening TWICE.
• You will hear Section 3 of the Listening AGAIN in Writing, Section 1.
• Answer all the questions.
• Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet in pencil.
• Use an HB2 pencil.
• Complete TWO Tasks in the Writing Section.
• Write your Tasks in the Writing Booklet in pencil.
• You must ask any questions now as you cannot speak during the Test.
Page 1
LISTENING SECTION 1 CEF C2
Listen to 10 short conversations. For questions 1-10, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
You will hear each conversation TWICE. You now have 2 minutes to read the questions.
Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
The audition The explanation
1. According to what you hear, you 6. According to what you hear, you
understand that Chloe understand that
A. thought the audition went very well. A. Olivia is persuaded by what her son
B. is an inexperienced actress. told her.
C. failed the audition completely. B. Sam disagrees with Olivia’s remarks.
C. Sam feels it is necessary to talk with
Late for an appointment
his son further.
2. James was late for the appointment
because An old classmate
A. he got lost because he was 7. From what you hear, you understand
unfamiliar with the route. that Lewis’s old classmate
B. there was congestion on the roads. A. was actually called Jack.
C. his car broke down in traffic. B. was offended by Lewis’s mistake.
C. could not recall Lewis’s name.
The exhibition
3. What is TRUE about the exhibition At school
according to what you hear? 8. What happened at Ryan’s school today?
A. Jessica was originally unconvinced A. Ryan’s teacher sent him to the
by the reviews. headmaster.
B. It had little impact on Jessica. B. Ryan was upset at something his
C. Dan has already been to see it. teacher said.
C. Ryan played a practical joke on his
A new book
teacher.
4. What is FALSE about the book
according to what you hear? The present
A. Lauren paid a lot of money for it. 9. Regarding the present, Katie tells Ben
B. Lauren’s friend worked on it. that
C. Harry is impressed by the illustrations A. she was genuinely pleased by it.
in it. B. she considers it to be outdated.
C. it was something she was in need of.
The suit
5. Regarding Alex’s suit, you understand A detective show
that 10. What does Bill say about the show?
A. Alex has recently worn it to a formal A. It takes place in an unattractive
event. location.
B. Alice does not consider it fashionable. B. He found the story unconvincing.
C. it does not really fit Alex anymore. C. He watched it through till the end.
Page 2
LISTENING SECTION 2 CEF C2
Listen to 3 longer conversations. For questions 11-20, choose the best answer
(A, B, or C). You will hear each conversation TWICE. You now have 2 minutes
to read the questions.
Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
The presentation
11. Molly says that her presentation 17. What is TRUE according to what you
A. is far from completion. hear?
B. is close to being finished. A. Thomas tries to reassure Emily.
C. has already been completed. B. Thomas thinks Emily’s fears are
justified.
12. Molly tells Evan that she will end her
C. Thomas suggests Emily postpone her
presentation with
holiday.
A. a summary of her ideas.
B. an in-depth look at one specific Ghost monkeys
project.
18. According to what you hear, you
C. an analysis of the financial aspects of
understand that the ghost monkey got
the projects.
its name from
13. What does Evan say about slides? A. the fact that it had never been seen.
A. Management appreciates them B. the white colour of its body.
during a presentation. C. the circles around its eyes.
B. He has prepared some for Molly.
19. Liam tells Kate that
C. They do not present a challenge for
A. there are more ghost monkeys than
him.
scientists expected.
14. What does Molly find the hardest part of B. ghost monkeys are already a
a presentation to be? protected species.
A. making it visually appealing C. ghost monkeys are under threat.
B. writing the material for it
20. Regarding the Mekong region in Asia,
C. dealing with the statistics involved
Liam says that
A surfing holiday A. several mammal species were found
there in 2020.
15. Emily tells Thomas that she
B. large parts of it have still not been
A. has doubts about her holiday plans.
investigated.
B. is keen to go on holiday.
C. few new species are expected to be
C. intends to cancel her holiday.
found there.
16. From what you hear, you understand
that Emily has
A. very little experience as a surfer.
B. felt in danger when surfing.
C. surfed in California before.
Page 3
LISTENING SECTION 3 CEF C2
Listen to an extract from a radio talk about the reasons teenagers are prone to negative
peer pressure and the effects this can have on their lives. For questions 21-25, choose
the best answer (A, B or C). You will hear the extract TWICE. You now have 1 minute
to look at the questions.
Mark your answers on the separate Answer sheet.
21. What is TRUE according to what you hear?
A. Neither children nor adults are affected by negative peer pressure.
B. Peer pressure is not limited to a specific age group.
C. There are no good aspects to peer pressure.
22. What is FALSE about teenagers according to what you hear?
A. They avoid creating any emotional attachment with their peers.
B. They are apt to rely more on their friends.
C. They want to distinguish themselves from their parents.
23. According to what you hear, who would be more likely to give in to peer pressure?
A. someone who others fear
B. a self-assured character
C. an introverted adolescent
24. Which of the following can be the result of a poor body image for girls?
A. ignoring social media
B. restrictive eating
C. gaining weight
25. What do the speaker’s last words imply about peer pressure?
A. It encourages teenagers to act according to their own beliefs.
B. It forces teenagers to ignore common sense and act improperly.
C. It is something teenagers have no choice but to give in to.
Now turn to Writing, Section 1, Task 1. Open your Writing Booklet and listen to the
instructions. You have 1 minute to open your Writing Booklet.
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WRITING SECTION 1 CEF C2
Task 1
Listen to the extract from the radio talk again. USE the space provided in the Writing
Booklet to take notes. You need to use the information from the recording and the
notes you have taken to write an Essay about the reasons teenagers are prone to
negative peer pressure and the effects this can have on their lives.
Write your Essay in the Writing Booklet, Task 1.
Your notes will not be marked.
Take notes for the following information
or for anything else you wish.
Reasons teenagers are prone to negative
peer pressure Write your notes in
desire independence
the Writing Booklet
seek social acceptance
need to avoid bullying
Negative effects of peer pressure on
teenagers
influences body image
promotes unhealthy habits
leads to criminal behaviour
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WRITING SECTION 1 CEF C2
You must do Task 1.
Write your Essay on the following topic in the space provided in the Writing Booklet.
You need to use the notes you have taken. You may add any other relevant information
you wish.
Write your Essay in 200-250 words.
Negative peer pressure is a common phenomenon that can have serious
consequences, especially for teenagers. In your opinion, what are the
reasons teenagers are prone to negative peer pressure and what effects can
this have on their lives? Support your views.
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WRITING SECTION 2 CEF C2
Choose ONE of the following Writing Tasks. Use the points below each TASK.
You may add your own points if you wish.
Write your Task in the space provided in the Writing Booklet in 250-300 words.
Task 2
Changing jobs frequently is something more and more people are doing
nowadays. In your opinion, what are the advantages and disadvantages of
changing jobs frequently? Write an essay supporting your views.
Advantages of changing jobs Disadvantages of changing jobs
frequently frequently
• do something different • feel insecure
• gain more skills and experience • have difficulty adapting to a new
• have the opportunity to earn more environment
• be considered unreliable
OR
Task 3
People living in big cities are using public transport far more than in the past.
In your opinion, what are the advantages and disadvantages of using public
transport? Write an essay supporting your views.
Advantages of using public transport Disadvantages of using public
transport
• leads to a healthier environment
• saves people money • can be unreliable
• can be less stressful • can be too crowded
• can be unsafe
OR
Task 4
The number of road accidents has increased. In your opinion, what are the
major causes of road accidents and what can we do to reduce them? Write an
essay supporting your views.
Causes of road accidents Ways to reduce road accidents
• irresponsible and reckless driving • improve road awareness
• poor state of roads • increase legal age for driving
• bad weather conditions • impose stricter penalties for driving
offences
Page 7
READING AND USE SECTION 1 CEF C2
Read the text below about Archipelagos and then answer the questions that follow. For
questions 1-9, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
Archipelagos
In ancient times, the word ‘archipelago’ was the name of the Aegean Sea and later, the
Aegean Islands. In 16th century English, the meaning of the term was extended to refer
to any sea having a collection of islands. Today, the term archipelago is used to describe
a chain or a cluster of islands of various sizes closely located in a body of water; most
commonly, this body of water is an ocean, but it can also be a lake or a river.
There are several different types of archipelagos. Most archipelagos are formed as the
result of underwater volcanic activity which causes groups of islands to rise from the deep
seafloor; these are called oceanic islands. The Hawaiian archipelago, which began to grow
from volcanic eruptions in the Pacific Ocean 80 million years ago, consists of 136 oceanic
islands. Only 7 of these islands are inhabited while the rest are islets, very small islands
having little or no vegetation, or atolls, which are coral islands surrounding a body of
water. The Big Island, commonly known as Hawaii, is the youngest and largest of the
Hawaiian island chain. The island is still growing as lava continues to pour out of the active
volcanoes on the island. As there are other active underwater volcanoes in the nearby
area, new islands are still likely to form. For example, Loihi, an underwater active volcano
just 20 kms off the coast of Hawaii, is still growing. It is projected that Loihi will rise
above sea level sometime between 10,000 and 100,000 years from now.
There are other archipelagos, however, that formed after the last ice age. As temperatures
increased, glaciers started to melt, causing sea levels to rise; low-lying valleys were flooded
and coastal mountain ranges became archipelagos just off the mainland. One such
archipelago is the Malay Archipelago, extending between the Pacific and Indian Oceans.
The Malay Archipelago contains about 25,000 islands, 18,000 in Indonesia and 7,000 in
the Philippines. The island of Borneo is the largest island of the Malay Archipelago and the
third-largest in the world, after Greenland and New Guinea. It is a paradise for ecotourists
as they can explore one of the world’s most biodiverse marine ecosystems, visit lush
rainforests harbouring a rich variety of flora and fauna and discover culturally distinct
indigenous peoples, each with their own dialect.
__________ archipelagos formed by Mother Nature, there are artificial ones throughout
the world, created for different purposes. Dubai’s Palm Islands, for example, were built for
leisure and tourism whereas the Marker Wadden is a Dutch man-made archipelago in a
lake intended to offer shelter to plants, birds and other wildlife. Lantau Tomorrow Vision,
on the other hand, is expected to solve Hong Kong’s overcrowding problem.
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READING AND USE SECTION 1 CEF C2
1. From what you read in the 1st paragraph, you understand that the word ‘archipelago’
A. has changed its meaning over time.
B. is currently used as an alternative name for the Aegean Sea.
C. refers specifically to island groups found in oceans.
2. What is TRUE about oceanic islands according to the 2nd paragraph?
A. They are the outcome of volcanic eruptions beneath the ocean’s surface.
B. The majority of them were formed about 80 million years ago.
C. They are found in all types of archipelagos.
3. From what you read in the 2nd paragraph, you learn that all the islands making up the
Hawaiian archipelago
A. are populated.
B. are full of plants and animals.
C. are varied in size.
4. What is FALSE about the Big Island?
A. It is located near a submerged volcano.
B. Its size may change in the future.
C. Its volcanoes are no longer active.
5. What does the word ‘projected’ in the 2nd paragraph mean?
A. estimated
B. decisive
C. composed
6. It seems that the islands of the Malay Archipelago were originally
A. mountains under the sea.
B. part of a larger landmass.
C. valleys near the coast.
7. What is inferred about the island of Borneo in the 3rd paragraph?
A. It is populated with people sharing a common culture and language.
B. It attracts travellers with a respect for environmental conservation.
C. It is as large as both Greenland and New Guinea put together.
8. Which of the following phrases can best fill in the blank in the last paragraph?
A. Rather than
B. In view of
C. Apart from
9. Which artificial archipelago was constructed for conservation purposes?
A. Dubai’s Palm Islands
B. the Marker Wadden
C. Lantau Tomorrow Vision
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READING AND USE SECTION 2 CEF C2
Read the following passages about Effective Communication and Body Language. For
questions 10-20, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
Effective Communication and Body Language
Passage A
Effective Communication 10. What does the phrase ‘enter into’ in
the 1st paragraph mean?
As humans, we enter into different kinds of
A. refrain from
interactions daily. No interaction, however,
B. engage in
can be satisfying unless there is a clear and
C. quarrel about
effective communication.
11. From what you read in the 2nd
Effective communication requires a diverse paragraph, you understand that active
set of skills with listening being one of the listeners
most crucial. When we are active listeners, A. tend to hear everything from their
we not only understand what is being said own point of view.
but we can also identify a speaker’s mood B. can enable speakers to express their
and intentions. Active listening also builds emotions.
trust, making the speaker feel comfortable C. cause distress in those being listened
about sharing their thoughts and feelings. to.
Poor listening, on the other hand, is likely to
12. What does the word ‘they’ in the 2nd
cause misunderstandings in communication. paragraph refer to?
On a personal level, misunderstandings can A. misunderstandings
lead to a range of problems, from hurt B. relationship conflicts
feelings to serious conflicts; at work, they C. hurt feelings
can result in a loss of productivity or even
13. The importance of non-verbal
accidents.
communication lies in the fact that it
Active listening means more than just paying A. frees the listener from paying close
attention to the words being used. It also attention to what is being said.
means focusing on non-verbal messages. In B. helps listeners to interpret a
a face-to-face conversation, non-verbal speaker’s state of mind.
communication, the transfer of information C. allows speakers to hide their feelings
through the use of body language, can be while they are talking.
more powerful than verbal communication in
that it assists us in decoding a speaker’s
words and deciphering their attitude. The
reason is that, being spontaneous and
unconscious, non-verbal behaviours such as
gestures, facial expressions, or posture can
be more genuine in describing our feelings.
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READING AND USE SECTION 2 CEF C2
Passage B A. Both speakers and listeners use non-
verbal signals.
Body Language B. Inaccurate body language does not
affect communication.
Body language is the range of non-verbal
C. We are usually aware when we are
signals we use to communicate our feelings
using body language.
and intentions. Although we tend not to
15. What does the word ‘complements’ in
realise it, whether we are the speaker or the
the 1st paragraph mean?
listener, we use non-verbal signals in any
A. turns to
encounter we have. A lot of non-verbal B. adds to
communication is inherent to the way we C. opposes to
communicate, so it occurs unconsciously.
16. From what you read in the 2nd
For example, when threatened, we cross our paragraph, you understand that
arms as if to defend ourselves; we may also A. we can improve our use of body language.
frown to show discontent or anger. As body B. body language tends to be quite
language is a natural, unconscious language, simple to understand.
it can be more honest than words. That is C. non-verbal signals always indicate the
why when body language complements same thing.
what we say, it can build trust within 17. Which of the following can fill in the blank
relationships. When it fails to match our in the 2nd paragraph?
words, however, it can create confusion, A. Alternatively
misinterpretation and tension. B. Ultimately
C. On the contrary
Unfortunately, while we might be familiar Questions 18-20 refer to BOTH
with certain non-verbal signals, in general, Passages A and B.
body language is too complex and therefore,
18. The idea that non-verbal communication
too difficult to read or use accurately. Similar
is more truthful is mentioned in
non-verbal signals may have different A. Passage A only.
meanings depending on the user’s B. Passage B only.
personality, context or culture. However, we C. both Passages, A and B.
can improve communication, by training 19. What is TRUE according to both passages?
ourselves to interpret and use body A. It is easy to interpret body language.
language consciously and purposefully. B. Non-verbal communication can be
Firstly, we must be highly motivated and unintentional.
persistent as it can take a great deal of time C. Body language is rarely linked to one’s
and effort to acquire such a skill; then, we cultural background.
need to observe how we or others express 20. What do both passages make reference to?
feelings and emotions non-verbally, and in A. how miscommunication can occur
what context. _______, practising the non- B. the way different personalities use
verbal skills we have acquired in a real world non-verbal clues
C. the importance of verbal
environment and receiving feedback can
communication
help us become better communicators.
14. What is TRUE according to the 1st
paragraph?
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READING AND USE SECTION 3 CEF C2
For questions 21-40, choose the best answer (A, B or C).
Mark your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
21. Studies have shown that .......... to classical music can reduce stress.
A. listening
B. while listening
C. if we listen
22. Should there .......... flight delays or cancellations, passengers may be eligible to claim
compensation.
A. to have been
B. are
C. be
23. Neither of the two suspects admitted .......... in yesterday’s armed robbery.
A. that were involved
B. to have been involved
C. being involved
24. Some teachers believe that .......... summer holiday is sufficient time for students to
relax and enjoy themselves.
A. the two months
B. a two-month
C. two month’s
25. Some employees would rather .......... the night shift as it can be dangerous to their
health.
A. they don’t work
B. to have worked
C. not work
26. Protein is said to help repair muscle fibres .......... during exercise.
A. damaged
B. that damaged
C. damaging
27. “As we can’t go out in this bad weather, we .......... stay in and watch a film on TV.”
A. likely to
B. might as well
C. are possible
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READING AND USE SECTION 3 CEF C2
28. Most of the residents strongly object .......... a mall in their neighbourhood.
A. to the construction of
B. them to construct
C. constructing
29. Global temperatures have risen in recent decades, .......... to a surge in natural
disasters.
A. leading
B. which is led
C. lead
30. “A neighbour of his saw the burglar .......... into his house through the back door.”
A. to have broken
B. being broken
C. break
31. .......... being stylish, an office chair must be ergonomic, providing comfort and back
support.
A. Not only
B. Except from
C. As well as
32. The newly-wed couple are thinking of having new cabinets .......... in the kitchen.
A. installed
B. to be installed
C. install
33. Nowadays, most people work long hours, which leaves them with .......... little time to
exercise.
A. enough
B. much
C. too
34. Teachers should try to find out .......... can motivate their students to work harder.
A. which
B. that
C. what
35. Arrogant people do not work well in a team as they tend to .......... on others.
A. turn down
B. put down
C. look down
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READING AND USE SECTION 3 CEF C2
36. Not until she had resigned ......... she had made a poor career choice.
A. after she realised
B. she had realised
C. did she realise
37. “Whether or not you are promoted may depend on ......... efficient and productive.”
A. your being
B. you’re being
C. you to be
38. Three men .......... charges in connection to last Saturday’s armed robbery.
A. are facing
B. faced with
C. will be faced
39. The presentation focused on the digital dangers ......... young people must be aware.
A. about those
B. some
C. of which
40. Most pet owners consider their pet ......... a member of the family.
A. as being
B. to be
C. is
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READING AND USE SECTION 4 CEF C2
For questions 41-50, read the text below and write ONLY ONE word which best fits each
gap.
Write your answers on the separate Answer Sheet.
Caffeine
Caffeine is a stimulant drug found naturally in more than fifty plant species, of
(41) ......... coffee beans and tea leaves are the most well-known. It is also an ingredient
in popular beverages like colas and energy drinks and it (42) ......... even added to some
medicines, including diet-supplements and cold remedies. A moderate amount of
caffeine consumed (43) ......... a daily basis can have positive effects on the body and
brain. For instance, research (44) ......... found that caffeine can reduce muscle pain so
(45) ......... can be useful for people who exercise regularly. Caffeine also acts as a
central nervous stimulant so (46) ......... it is taken in moderation, it can temporarily
improve mood and boost alertness. However, the excessive consumption of caffeine can
lead to unpleasant side effects. To begin (47) ........., it can disrupt sleep. Sleep
deprivation is known to lead to poor performance, lapses of attention and irritability.
Large doses of caffeine can cause short-term physiological effects (48) ......... an
increase in blood pressure and heart rate. The risk of caffeine overdose increases when
a product contains concentrated caffeine. In that case, just (49) ......... teaspoon of
caffeine can (50) ......... the equivalent of 28 cups of coffee. Such excessive amounts of
caffeine can be toxic and pose serious health problems.
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LRN LEVEL 3 CERTIFICATE IN ESOL
INTERNATIONAL (CEF C2)
LEVEL C2
SPEAKING
Duration: 16 to 18 minutes
EXAMINER’S INSTRUCTIONS
Speaking Exam Paper June A 2022
Page 1
SPEAKING SECTION 1 CEF C2
Warm up Stage
Duration: 4 minutes
Examiner: Good morning / Good afternoon. My name is ………………
To Candidate A: What’s your name?
Where are you from?
To Candidate B: What’s your name?
Where are you from?
Examiner: In this part of the Test, I would like to ask you some questions about
yourselves.
The Examiner asks each Candidate one or more questions about the following topics.
• hobbies
• free time activities
• school / college
• job
• hometown or neighbourhood
• future plans
No questions about their families are allowed.
Page 2
SPEAKING SECTION 2 CEF C2
Prepared Topics – Individual Talks and Interaction
Duration: 6-8 minutes
Examiner: In this part of the Test, each of you is going to talk for 2 minutes about the topic
you have already prepared for. After you have finished your talk, I will ask you a
question on what you have presented and then your partner can express his/her
point of view on the same topic. Following that, I will ask you to talk together about
another question related to the topic.
The Examiner shows each Candidate the list of topics and asks them which one
they have prepared to talk about.
List of prepared topics
1. What can cause stress in the workplace?
2. How can cities promote tourism?
3. Why do people choose a career in medicine?
4. Why should people be encouraged to use public transport?
5. How has technology changed the film industry?
Examiner to Candidate A: Which topic are you going to talk about?
Candidate A can speak for 2 minutes
The Examiner asks Candidate A a question on what he/she has said.
Examiner to Candidate B: What do you think of this? or Do you agree or disagree with
your partner?
The Examiner asks both Candidates a question and prompts them to engage in a
conversation.
Interaction: 1-2 minutes
Examiner to Candidate B: Which topic are you going to talk about?
Candidate B can speak for 2 minutes
The Examiner asks Candidate B a question on what he/she has said.
Examiner to Candidate A: What do you think of this? or Do you agree or disagree with
your partner?
The Examiner asks both Candidates a question and prompts them to engage in a
conversation.
Interaction: 1-2 minutes
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SPEAKING SECTION 3 CEF C2
Respond to a Question and Interaction
Duration: 6 minutes
Examiner: In this part of the Test, I will ask each of you to respond to a question.
You may use the ideas given below the question and/or use your own
ideas to answer the question. Your partner will be asked to comment
on what you have said and express his/her point of view as well.
The Examiner must choose a question related to what each Candidate talked about
in Section 2 of the Test.
The Examiner tells each Candidate to look at the chosen question and the points
below it. When the Candidate has finished talking about the question, the Examiner
asks the other Candidate to comment and express his/her point of view.
1. Some people choose to stay in a job even when they do not like it.
• receive a generous salary
• have a short commute
• afraid to switch jobs
2. The residents of popular tourist destinations are faced with a lot of
problems.
• increased pollution
• overcrowding and noise
• overpriced products and services
3. There are drawbacks to being a doctor.
• experience high levels of pressure
• work long hours
• need life-long learning
4. People using public transport can face several problems.
• long waiting times
• overcrowding at rush hours
• safety hazards
5. Watching films online has got a lot of benefits.
• extensive selection
• convenience
• high quality films
Examiner: Thank you. This is the end of the Test.
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