Corpus tasks test 4 (Units 13–16)
Achievement
15 LISTENING
Listen to an interview with Amy, an aspiring young author. For questions 1–5, choose the
correct answer (a, b or c).
1 Amy Hingston .
a is a published author b has written a book c is a successful writer
2 As a child, Amy would .
a spend her time reading b hang out with her friends c write stories for her teachers
3 Amy has had support from .
a a local librarian b her friends c a teacher and her parents
4 What does Amy say about her writing?
a She does it when she feels motivated.
b She only does it to make money.
c She does it every day whatever happens.
5 What are Amy’s thoughts about the future?
a She is looking for someone to represent her.
b She doesn’t want to aim too high.
c She would like to have the same publisher as J.K. Rowling.
25READING
Read the article. Are sentences 1–5 ‘True’ (a) or ‘False’ (b)? If there is not enough information to
answer ‘True’ (a) or ‘False’ (b), choose ‘Doesn’t say’ (c).
WWOOFing – the best way to travel
Do you know what you want to do when you finish school? Is it a given that you will continue
your studies and go to university or are you one of the many who is undecided? Increasingly,
teenagers are choosing to take a gap year in order to give themselves time to think about what
they really want to do.
In this article we will be focusing on an exciting and environmental way to see the world, namely
through the ‘WWOOFing’ organisation. Originally called Willing Workers on Organic Farms, World
Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms (as it is now known) was established in the early 1970s
in East Sussex, England. The idea behind it is simple: in return for volunteering up to 25 hours
per week, you are offered free board and lodging (i.e. food and accommodation). Admittedly, the
standards vary but that’s all part of the experience. One of our colleagues here at the magazine
spent some time on a farm in Australia and she was given a bedroom in the house and treated
very much like one of the family. In fact she enjoyed herself so much that she left to go travelling
and then returned a few months later.
For young people who do not have much money but a desire to see the world, this is the ideal
set up. You can become a member for a small fee which will then allow you to access the contact
details of all the organic hosts in the country you wish to visit and there are currently over 6,000
hosts in more than 100 countries. You then contact your chosen host and if they have a space for
you, the job’s yours.
Apart from the valuable experience you will gain and the interesting people you will meet, this is
one of the safest ways to enjoy life abroad. And not only that, your parents will be able to relax,
safe in the knowledge that you are being looked after. So, what are you waiting for? All those
adventurers out there, sign up today and get WWOOFing!
1 The article has been written for university students. a True b False c Doesn’t say
2 WWOOF was set up by a young English couple. a True b False c Doesn’t say
3 You are unpaid for the work you do. a True b False c Doesn’t say
4 You can only get hosting details if you join up. a True b False c Doesn’t say
5 Your parents will still worry. a True b False c Doesn’t say
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35WRITING: A REVIEW
Write a review of a television show or computer game. Explain what the show or game is about
and why you do or don’t enjoy it.
Write 140–190 words.
45USE OF ENGLISH
Choose the correct word (a, b, c or d) to complete each sentence.
1 Laura said she your birthday party for ages so make sure you look surprised!
a planned b has planned c is planning d had been planning
2 If I you, I’d take a gap year and go travelling.
a am b were c would be d had been
3 It’s no good targets for yourself if you don’t achieve any of them.
a to set b set c setting d at setting
4 Dad says he to run his own company.
a always wants b had always wanted c is always wanting d has always wanted
5 You have seen Sophie yesterday as she’s in Germany at the moment.
a can’t b might not c may not d mustn’t
6 If you break the law again, you fined.
a are b ’d c ’ll be d ’ve been
7 You would expected to represent your class at the students’ meeting if necessary.
a to be b be c being d have been
55USE OF ENGLISH
Complete the second sentence so it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word
given. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words including the
word given.
1 Can you distinguish what that sign says? MAKE
Can you what that sign says?
2 We were delayed because the train was late. HELD
We because the train was late.
3 ‘Of course I can help Liam with his essay,’ said Sarah. AGREED
Sarah Liam with his essay.
4 ‘I’ll never manage to meet my parents’ expectations.’ LIVE
‘I’ll never my parents’ expectations.’
5 ‘You talk too much in class, Harry,’ said Alice. CRITICISED
Alice too much in class.
6 ‘I’m not surprised you’re always tired.’ WONDER
you’re always tired.’
7 ‘It was your mistake, Oliver, not mine,’ said Fred. POINTED
Fred Oliver’s mistake, not his.
8 ‘It’s a good idea to take more exercise,’ said Max. RECOMMENDED
Max more exercise.
Total: 30
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