PART 1- LISTENING

A) Listen to the recording and choose the best option (A, B, C). The questions are in the same
order as the recording (10 MARKS)
Escuche la siguiente grabación. Marque con un círculo las respuestas (A, B, C). El orden de las preguntas corresponde al
de la información dada.

1. David Crook ___ for a firm of accountants.

a) Had worked
b) is used to working
c) worked

2. David and his wife ____ enough money to retire

a) Didn’t have
b) Had
c) Found

3. David thought he could ___ the machinery in the flour mill

a) make
b) repair
c) sell

4. It took the mill working

a) a few days
b) quite long time
c) 18 months

5. They like their new life because

a) It’s hard work
b) They’re opening another business
c) They’re working for themselves

B) Listen to the recording. Write T (true), F (false) in each statement. The questions are in the
same order as the recording (5 MARKS)
Escuche la siguiente grabación. Marque las frases con T (true), F (false) El orden de las preguntas corresponde a la
información dada
EXAMPLE/ Ejemplo:
0 T The story is about Halloween

1 Stephanie used to work at the desk in the bedroom

2 Talking out loud made her feel better

3 Their friend John woke them up because he needed something

4 Jeremy woke Stephanie up because he was cold

5 They both had a cup of tea afterwards

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PART 2- READING (Comprehension)

A) Read the texts below and match the people with the given options. There are some
options you won’t need (10 MARKS)
Lee los textos y asocia a las personas con las opciones dadas. Hay opciones que sobran.

A - Form and Colour

This is year-long course is perfect for people who want to learn about how to use a camera and who want to take it
up as a profession. Students will learn how to use light and shade, colour and different shapes. The course will also
teach students to change their work using computer technology. Tips will be given on how best to get started in the
profession.

B - Practice makes Perfect

Learn about how to use computer software to make your work life easier. This course is designed for people who
use computers regularly as part of their career, but who feel they are unable to make the most of the technology.
Learn about new software for storing documents and photographs and keeping records. This evening class runs for
ten weeks from September to December.

C - Armchair Explorer
This is a series of daytime lectures by people who have lived and worked in wild places. Each of the six talks will
focus on a different continent. Lecturers will show photographs of the animals and plants, and explain why they are
only found in one area. Lecturers will include Leo Holland, a scientist from the Antarctic project, and Milly Oliphant,
who researches birds in the Amazon rainforest. Tea and Biscuits provided.

D - Art Starter
Are you interested in a career in art? If so, this full-time, eight-week course will be perfect for you. Learn about
different methods used by artists, including painting, drawing, photography and computer design. Artists will create
work for an exhibition which will be displayed in the Town Hall for one month in September. Top businessmen and
women from the design industry will be invited to attend the exhibition, so this could be a great start to your
career!

E - Wild Design
Whether you want a career in art, or you just want to enjoy your hobby, this holiday course is for you. Wild Design
is a two-week summer course situated on the wild coast of South Wales. We teach all kinds of art, including
photography and painting, and the wild sea, beautiful flowers and great wildlife will definitely give you lots of
creative ideas. Even if you already have a good understanding of art, you are sure to learn something new from our
team of professional tutors.

F - Explore your Imagination

Do you want to show your friends a photograph of you beside the Egyptian pyramids or in the jungles of Borneo?
Well now you can tell your friends that you have travelled the world without actually leaving the country! Join this
evening class and learn how to use the latest technology and software to change photographs to a professional
standard. You will also learn how to make your own computer designs using the computer programmes used by
professionals.

G - Technology for You

Do you feel as if everyone is using a computer except you? Join in this five-day course and learn the basics. You’ll
learn how to store your personal files, send emails and use simple programmes to write and print letters. In the
afternoons you will have the choice of either learning how to make Birthday Cards and other designs on a
computer, or you can join our ‘Basic computers for Work’ class.

H - Wildlife Photographer
Travel to a different wild place every week and learn how to take photographs of animals, plants and scenery. Our
expert teachers will advise you how to take the best pictures. This course will run for six weeks on Saturdays.
Students should already have a good understanding of photography and their own equipment. The class is suitable
for everyone, as there is very little walking involved.

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 1- Harriet is 71, and is interested in painting and drawing. She would like to go somewhere in the summer
where she can learn new tips and paint attractive scenery.

2- Belinda works for a large Art Company and she feels she needs to improve her computer skills. She
already has a basic understanding of some common computer programmes, but she wants to learn how
to organise her work and store information.

3- Jenny is interested in a career in design, and wants to learn how to create art and change photographs
using special computer programmes. She wants a course that will fit into her normal school day.

4- George is unable to travel because he has difficulty walking, but he wants to learn more about the wildlife
and scenery in different parts of the world.

5- Chris wants a change in career, so he’s looking for a full-time course in which he can learn everything
there is to know about photography and how to use computers to change and sell his work.

PART 3- READING (Use of English)

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Read the text below and choose the correct word for each space. For each option mark the correct
letter A, B, C or D (10 MARKS)

Lee el texto y elige la palabra correcta para cada espacio. En cada opción marca la letra correcta A, B, C o D.

Example:

0- A) boring B) fed up C) tired D) worried

Are you (0) _______about your health? There are many things you can do to look (1) ____ yourself. If
you (2)_____ to look better and feel better, you should take regular (3) ____, sleep (4) _____ and avoid
burning the (5)_____ at both ends, eat a balanced (6)_____, give (7)_____ smoking, and, above all, try
not to worry about anything.

In fact, it has been suggested that if you (8) _____ about things too much, this is likely to have a negative
effect on your health. A number of serious (9) _____ are stress related and people who tend to look on
the bright side live longer. So, (10) _____ you find yourself in a really difficult situation and can’t help it,
don’t worry – be happy.

1 A about B for C into D after

2 A wanted B will want C would want D want
3 A gymnastics B sports C exercise D fitness
4 A long B well C much D early
5 A body B stick C candle D fireplace
6 A meal B cuisine C eating D diet
7 A out B off C up D away
8 A worried B worry C will worry D would worry
9 A ills B illnesses C sicknesses D sicks
10 A unless B if C provided D as long as

PART 4- REWRITING

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Write the second sentence using the word in bold. Do not change the meaning of the first
sentence and do not change the word given (20 MARKS)
Escriba la segunda frase utilizando la palabra en negrita y manteniendo el significado de la frase original. No cambie la palabra en
negrita. (20 marks)

1. He left before the thunderstorm started. (already)

He….…………………………….………. when the thunderstorm started.

2. Despite the fact that I was late the boss wasn’t angry. (although)

……………………………………………wasn’t angry.

3. We took a train to Liverpool last Saturday. (by)

We ……………………………….………. last Saturday.

4. Please help me with my bags.(would)

…………………………………………… my bags?

5. It’s necessary for students to bring books to school. (have)

……………………………………….. books to school.

PART 5 –WRITING: ONLY TIFG CANDIDATES= SÓLO ALUMNOS QUE HAGAN EL TIFG ( DE GRADO)

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Do either part A or part B. Read the instructions carefully and write about 100 words.
Elige la opción A ó B. Lee las instrucciones y escribe alrededor de 100 palabras.

A) You are a member of a film club at your college.

You have been asked to give a description of your favorite film, and to say why you like that
film most of all.

B) You
Winhave seen this
a dream advertisement in the newspaper.
holiday.

Write to tell us what you imagine would be a perfect holiday, and you
might win a prize!

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PART 6 –PRACTICAL ENGLISH: ONLY TIFG CANDIDATES= SÓLO ALUMNOS QUE HAGAN EL TIFG (DE
GRADO) (15 MARKS)

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Write 35-45 words for the following situation. Escribe entre 35 y 45 palabras para la siguiente situación:

You are interested in doing an English course next summer in London and you need some advice of a
friend who lives there. Write a card to your English friend. In your card, you should
 Explain when you are arriving and how long you are going to stay
 Say what you would like to do
 Ask what types of clothes you might need

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PART 7 –CONVERSATIONAL INTERACTING ONLY TASC CANDIDATES= SÓLO ALUMNOS QUE HAGAN EL
TASC (DE LICENCIATURA) (14 marks)

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Complete the following conversation between two friends discussing a new car one of them
has bought.

Complete el diálogo.

A: Wow! Is that your new car?

B: Oh yeah.
A: (1) ………………………………………………………………………………………… ?
B: I bought it last month. (2) …………………………………………………. ?
A: Yes, it’s great. (3) ……………………………………………………………… ?
B: Well, someone broke into it last yesterday; luckily they didn’t get the chance to steal it, but I haven’t
had time to fix the window yet. Anyway, you haven’t been in it yet. (4)
……………………………………………………………………………?
A: I can’t just now because I’m meeting a friend in ten minutes. (5)
……………………………………………………………………….?
B: OK. I don’t think I’m doing anything tomorrow evening.
A: Tomorrow’s Wednesday, I usually finish work at seven.
B: (6) ……………………………………………………………………………………. You’re going to love it.
A: (7) But.............................................................?
B: Of course, but don’t drive too fast!

PART 8 - PRACTICAL ENGLISH ONLY TASC CANDIDATES= SÓLO ALUMNOS QUE HAGAN EL TASC (DE
LICENCIATURA) (10 marks)

What do you say in each one of the following situations? Do not answer YES, NO or OK. You must use
whole sentences.

Responde de forma completa a los siguientes enunciados y situaciones. Respuestas como yes, OK, No no son válidas

1- Your teacher is explaining something, but you can’t hear what she’s saying because your
mates are speaking aloud.
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2- It’s your mother’s birthday but you’ve forgotten to buy her a present.
………………………………………………………………………….............................................................................
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3- You’re a teenager and you are only allowed to be out until 1 am, but you’re an hour late.
When you get home, your parents are awake waiting for you.
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4- You have an English exam, but you want your friend to help you study.
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5-Your best friend has drunk too much and you don’t want him/her to drive home.
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PART 9 - VERB CLOZE ONLY TASC CANDIDATES= SÓLO ALUMNOS QUE HAGAN EL TASC (DE
LICENCIATURA) (21 marks)

Fill in the gaps using the verb in brackets in the appropiate tense
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Complete las frases utilizando los verbos entre paréntesis en el tiempo que corresponda.

1. I ___________________ (meet) him while I ___________________ (travel) in Italy last year.

2. By the time we __________________ (discuss) everything, it was 6 o' clock.

3. When he ___________________ (be) young, he __________________ (use) collect stamps.

4. "She will visit us next week". She told me that she ___________________ (visit) us next week.

5. I remember __________________ (lock) the door. How comes it is open?

6. I am writing a book. By this time next month, I _________________ (read) the book.
7. I was at the club yesterday, but I ___________________ (not see) you.

8. Every time I looked at her, she kept ____________________ (laugh).

9. If I had gone there, I _____________________ (tell) her.

10. I ___________________ (live) in Los Angeles for five years (but I no longer live there).

11. I should ___________________ (return) these books to the library two days ago.

12. Usually I __________________ (work) in the IT department but now I ________________ (work) in
this department.

13. Tomorrow we ____________________(meet) at 2.00 p.m.

14. If I had time, I _____________________ (help) you with your work.

15. My brother _________________ (never be) to Europe until he went there last year.

16. I only want you ____________________ (be) more careful.

17. I’m sure you ___________________ (have) a great time at the party.

18. If I ________________ (be), I______________ (not refuse) that job offer.

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