WRITTEN COMPREHENSION
READING 1 News report (7 x 2 = 14 points)
Read the news report. Seven sentences have been removed. Choose the correct sentence (A-H) that fits
each gap (1-7). There is one extra sentence that you do not need to use.
October 9, 2016
Hurricane Matthew Now a Cyclone
Matthew,
2 the hurricane
1 that has caused
havoc across the Atlantic coast, has been
recategorised as a cyclone by the National
Hurricane Centre. The storm is one
of the most powerful in recent history.
In the US, at least 17 people have
been killed so far, while others are still
missing.
Since Sunday
3 morning, floods have caused
devastation in the eastern part of North
Carolina. Entire neighbourhoods are under
water and thousands of people are without
homes. Officials said that 1,000 people have
been rescued and 4,000 people are living in
shelters. Some people have climbed
onto the roofs of buildings to wait for rescue
services to arrive.
4 In another town, a nurse was found
holding onto a tree above the flood water.
5 According6 to experts, heavy rain and
strong winds will continue in the eastern part of
North Carolina. The storm has reached
cities in Southeastern Virginia, where a state of
emergency has been declared. City officials in
Norfolk and Virginia Beach have opened
emergency shelters and are advising people to
stay indoors.
President Obama said he has been in contact
7 with
the governors of all four states impacted by
Matthew, and has urged citizens to pay attention to
what their officials are recommending.
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WRITTEN COMPREHENSION
A This means it is weaker, but can still travel very fast and is just as dangerous.
B This number is expected to rise as many people are cut off in their homes, which are without supplies
or electricity.
C The situation is expected to continue for the next few days.
D In the town of Pinetops, at least eight people were rescued by helicopter from rooftops.
E Residents can expect more massive flooding in that area.
F Matthew smashed its way through the Caribbean.
G Speaking at an event in Illinois on Sunday, he said people affected by the storm would receive the aid
they needed.
H It has killed hundreds in the Caribbean, with the greatest death toll in Haiti.
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READING 2 Personal correspondence (8 x 2 = 16 points)
Read the letters. Tick () the sentences T ( true) or F (false). Copy the sentence or part of the
sentence that gives the answer.
Hi Sandy,
Guess what? I’ve just had a reply from the university and I’ve been accepted! I’m really excited about
moving to Durham, especially as you are already there. I can’t wait to start!
I’m looking online for student accommodation in the area. Can you give me any ideas about where to
look? When I came to Durham for my interview, I walked around the city and got the feel of the place.
I thought the city centre was beautiful and I loved the old cathedral and castle. I was even more
impressed when I found out that the 900-year-old castle is part of the university! Hopefully, I’ll be able
to have a look inside after I start my course. While I was wandering around, I came across the street
where you live. The flats look really nice from the outside, but it’s a pity you weren’t there to show me
around. Anyway, the people were very friendly and I found a food market and some great cafés and
shops.
What’s the archeology department like? Are you enjoying your studies there? I really missed you this
year – I hope we’ll see a lot more of each other once we’re living in the same town!
See you in September!
Love,
Jane
Hi Jane,
That’s great news! Congratulations! I’ll show you around and introduce you to all my friends. It
will be such fun having you here.
I’m sorry I missed you when you came for your interview – I was at an archeological dig near
Hexham. With any luck, I’ll be returning to the same dig next summer. I love archeology and the
lectures are really interesting. Some of my classes are in the history department, so I wouldn’t be
surprised if we meet up there from time to time. My roommate, Tina, has just finished her history
degree. I’ll send you her e-mail address and phone number so that you can ask her questions about
the course – I’m sure she’ll be happy to help you. Tina’s leaving Durham soon, so her room will be
available in September and you can move in with me! The rent is only ₤400 a month and we can
share all the bills, so it won’t be too expensive. I’m sending some photos so you can see what it
looks like. There are two bedrooms and a small living room. The kitchen is quite old, but it’s got a
new stove and a microwave, and there’s also a decent bathroom and shower unit. The best part is
that it’s really close to the university, so you won’t have to worry about catching buses. Let me
know what you think.
Love,
Sandy
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T F
1. Jane hasn’t found a place to live yet. ...... ......
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2. Jane has been inside the castle. ...... ......
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3. Jane doesn’t know Sandy’s address in Durham. ...... ......
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4. Sandy was out of town on the day of Jane’s interview. ...... ......
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5. Some of Jane and Sandy’s classes may be in the same building. ...... ......
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6. Tina will be able to advise Jane on her courses. ...... ......
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7. Jane has seen the flat before. ...... ......
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8. If Jane takes the flat, she’ll need to use public transport. ...... ......
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