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Examination Specification Level B1 (Grade 9)

The examination specification for level B1 provides teachers, Candidates, and other stakeholders with
comprehensive information about the content of the examinations.

Examinations Overview
Final examination for Level B1 consists of four examinations:

No. of Overall Time

Examination Tasks Task 1 Type Task 2 Type
mark Allowed
Expressing Up to 10
Communicating personal opinions
Speaking 2 20 minutes per 1
personal information on everyday topics candidate
describing
5 x multiple choice
questions (ABC) /
gap filling /
Approximately
matching / x 25
Listening 1 15 minutes
sentence
completion/short
answer
5 x multiple
5 x multiple choice
choice (ABCD
(ABCD Gap Fill /
Gap Fill / True
Reading True False Not 30 30 minutes
2 False Not Given /
Given / Matching /
Matching /
Sentence
Sentence
completion)
completion)

Candidate writes an
e-mail / letter / short
story / essay on a
1 x 25 30 minutes
Writing given topic e-mail or
letter (minimum 100
words)

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 B1 Language Specification
Functions Grammar Discourse markers Topics
• Describing habits and routines Level A2+ • Connecting words, • People and
• Giving personal information • Adverbs and, but, because Relationship
• Describing past experiences • Broader range of intensifiers • Linkers: sequential –
• Describing people such as too, enough past time • Sport
• Describing places • Comparatives and • Connecting words
• Describing things superlatives expressing cause and • Travelling
• Obligation and necessity • Complex question tags effect, contrast etc.
• Requests • Conditionals, 2nd and 3rd • Food
• Suggestions • Connecting words
• Describing experiences and expressing cause and effect, • Health
events contrast etc.
• Describing feelings and • Future continuous • Entertainment
emotion • Modals - must/can’t
• Expressing opinions; language deduction • Technology and
of agreeing and disagreeing • Modals – might, may, will, Science
• Initiating and closing probably
conversation • Modals – should have/might • Shopping
• Managing interaction have/etc.
(interrupting, changing topic, • Modals: must/have to • Lifestyle
resuming or continuing) • Past continuous
• Past perfect
• Past simple
• Past tense responses
• Phrasal verbs, extended
• Present perfect continuous
• Present perfect/past simple
• Reported speech (range of
tenses)
• Simple passive
• Wh- questions in the past
• Will and going to, for
prediction

Overview of the B1 Speaking Examination.

The total guide time for the Speaking examination is 10 minutes, including an introduction read by
the Interlocutor. There are 2 tasks in total.
The Speaking examination takes place with one Candidate and the Interlocutor present.
Successful B1 Candidates will demonstrate the following competencies across the examination:
• Can follow clearly articulated speech directed at him/her in everyday conversation, though will
sometimes have to ask for repetition of particular words and phrases;
• Can enter unprepared and maintain a conversation or discussion on familiar topics;
• Can exchange factual information on familiar routine and non-routine matters;
• Can describe how to do something, e.g. by giving instructions or directions;

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 • Can give a straightforward descriptive presentation on a variety of familiar topics, including
describing events and experiences, narrating a story, and taking follow-up questions;
• Can express a point of view clearly, giving brief reasons and explanations;
• Can express and seek thoughts, views and opinions on topics of interest, and express agreement and
disagreement;
• Can compare and contrast alternatives as regards solutions to problems or practical questions;
• Can express their own feelings and reactions, dreams, hopes and ambitions;
• Can communicate with reasonable accuracy in familiar contexts;
• Can express him/herself with relative ease and keep going effectively.
Candidates’ performance is assessed across four categories:
• Pronunciation – 5 points
• Fluency – 5 points
• Syntax – 5 points
• Vocabulary – 5 points
This rubric uses four 5-point scales (20 total points).

Pronunciation Fluency
Phonetically correct; Almost error-free Smooth flow;
Awareness of accent; 5 Quick, continuous flow; 5
Genuine effort to sound like native Natural pauses.
speaker.

Comprehensible, generally correct; 4 Occasional hesitation, searching for words; 4

Occasional error. Speaker can self-correct and respond to
cues.

Frequent errors that confuse listener and 3 Halting, hesitating; 3

require guessing at meaning. Visibly translating before responding; Can
rephrase and respond.
Many errors that interfere with 2 Frequent hesitations, searches for words; 2
comprehensibility. Overly translates questions before
response;
Repeats question word before response;
Eventually responds.
Most utterances contain errors; 1 Constant searching for vocabulary, verb 1
Many utterances are incomprehensible; tense;
Little communication. Does not complete utterances.
No attempt. 0 No attempt; 0
May repeat cue.
Syntax Vocabulary
No grammatical errors; 5 Very good; wide range; 5
Speaker self-corrects without hesitation. Uses appropriate and new words and
Expressions;
Interesting response.

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Few syntax errors; 4 Good, appropriate vocabulary; 4
Minor errors that do not impede Generally good response.
communication.

Frequent errors; 3 Vocabulary is just adequate to respond; 3

Self-corrects on some. No attempt to vary expressions;
Basic.
Many errors (agreement, verb forms); 2 Inadequate vocabulary or incorrect use of 2
Errors in basic structures; lexical items;
Errors impede communication. Communication is difficult.
Most structures incorrect; 1 Incomplete sentences or fragments; 1
Constant use of infinitives; no conjugation; Vocabulary repeated;
Listener understands only because of past Inappropriate vocabulary.
experience.
0 No attempt; 0
No attempt or repeats cue. Totally irrelevant answer.

Content of the B1 Speaking Examination

B1 Speaking Examination (total time: up to 10 minutes)
Task Summary Timings
The Candidates listen and talk to the Interlocutor and each
to introduce themselves and exchanges personal
information.
Example questions:
3 minutes
• What’s your favorite type of story?
Task 1:
• Tell me something about your home town.
Conversation
• What did you do last weekend?
The topics are published in advance to allow Candidates to
prepare for this task.
Each Candidate is expected to speak for up to 1.5 minutes.
Example topics:
Task 2: 5 minutes
Prepared • Talk about a typical school day in your life.
topics
• Talk about an invention you know about.
• Talk about a TV or radio programme that you like.
Say the name, what kind of programme it is, when
it's on and what you like about it.

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Overview of the B1 Listening Examination.
The approximate time allowed for the Listening examination is 10 minutes. There is 1 task in total.
The Listening examination is completed under the supervision of an Invigilator, under controlled
examination conditions. The Examination may be conducted with one or multiple Candidates at the
same time.
Successful B1 Candidates will demonstrate the following competencies across the examination:
• Can understand the main points of clear standard speech on familiar matters regularly encountered
in work, school, leisure, etc.;
• Can understand straightforward factual information about common everyday or job-related topics;
• Can understand the main point of recorded or broadcast audio materials, e.g. radio programmes on
current affairs or topics of personal or professional interest;
• Can follow the main points of extended discussion around him/her, provided speech is clearly
articulated in standard dialect;
• Can follow a lecture or talk within his/her own field, provided the subject matter is familiar and
the presentation is straightforward;
• Can understand the information content and the main points of the majority of recorded or
broadcast audio material on topics of personal interest delivered in clear standard speech.
Candidates’ performance in this examination is assessed based on the number of correct answers they
chose in each task. All of the questions across the assessment tasks are equally weighted.

Content of the B1 Listening Examination

B1 Listening Examination (total time: approximately 15 minutes)
Marks
Task Summary
Available
The Candidates listen to a conversation between
two speakers and answer 5 multiple choice ABC
Task 1: Listen to a 25
questions about the content of the conversation.
conversation
The Candidates hear the recording twice.
Several question types, such as multiple choice
questions (MCQs), matching exercises, gap
filling, sentence completion, and short answer
exercises, are possible.

Total Marks Available in the Listening Examination: 25

Overview of the B1 Reading Examination

The total time allowed for the Reading examination is 30 minutes. There are 2 tasks in total.

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The Reading examination is completed under the supervision of an Invigilator, under controlled
examination conditions. The Examination may be conducted with one or multiple Candidates at the
same time.
Successful B1 Candidates will demonstrate the following competencies across the examination:
• find and understand relevant information in everyday materials, such as letters, brochures, and
short official documents;
• scan longer texts in order to locate desired information, and gather information from different
parts of a text, or from different texts in order to fulfill a specific task;
• recognise the main line of argument in the treatment of the issue presented;
• recognise significant points in straightforward newspaper articles on familiar subjects;
• understand clearly written, straightforward instructions;
• understand the description of events, feelings and wishes;
• identify the main conclusions in clearly signaled argumentative texts.
Candidates’ performance in this examination is assessed based on the number of correct answers
they chose in each task. All of the questions across the assessment tasks are equally weighted.

Content of the B1 Reading Examination

B1 Reading Examination (time allowed: 30 minutes)
Marks
Task Summary
Available
The Candidates read a continuous text which
contains 5 gaps, and choose the most suitable
Task 1: Gap fill – a 15
word to complete the text from a choice of four
continuous text
options.
Several question types, such as multiple choice
questions (MCQs), matching exercises, gap
filling, sentence completion, and short answer
exercises, are possible.
The Candidates read a continuous text, and
answer 5 multiple choice ABCD questions based
Task 2: Multiple
on the content of the text.
choice - long text
15
Several question types, such as multiple choice
questions (MCQs), matching exercises, gap
filling, sentence completion, and short answer
exercises, are possible.
Total Marks Available in the Reading Examination: 30

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 Overview of the B1 Writing Examination
The total time allowed for the Writing examination is 30 minutes. There is 1 in total.
The Writing examination is completed under the supervision of an Invigilator, under controlled
examination conditions. The Examination may be conducted with one or multiple Candidates at the
same time.
Successful B1 Candidates will demonstrate the following competencies across the examination:
• write messages communicating enquiries, explaining problems or conveying simple information,
getting across comprehensibly the points he/she feels are important;
• write personal letters describing experiences, feelings and events in some detail
• write very brief reports to a standard conventionalised format, which pass on routine factual
information and state reasons for actions
• write straightforward connected texts on a range of familiar subjects within his field of interest, by
linking a series of shorter discrete elements into a linear sequence
• write straightforward, detailed descriptions on a range of familiar subjects within his field of
interest
Candidates’ performance is assessed across two categories:
1) Task Achievement – in other words, how appropriately they responded to each task. – 5 points
2) Content – 5 points
3) Coherency – 5 points
4) Syntax – 5 points
5) Vocabulary – 5 points

Content Coherency
Contextually correct; Smooth flow;
Almost error-free; Very good transition;
Genuine effort to write like a native 5 Appropriate punctuation. 5
speaker.
Comprehensible, generally correct; Good use of transition, flow;
Occasional error. 4 Each clause fits within context. 4
Frequent errors that confuse reader and Choppy;
require guessing at meaning; Visibly translated;
Obvious translation from English that is 3 Comprehensible. 3
difficult to follow.
Many restatements of same information;
Errors interfere with comprehensibility. 2 Uses language significantly below 2
expected level.
Most clauses contain errors; Inappropriate phrases, isolated words;
Many phrases are incomprehensible; 1 Uses unrelated vocabulary. 1
Fails to communicate main ideas.
No response; Incomprehensible.
Does not fit topic. 0 No response. 0

Syntax Vocabulary

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No grammatical errors. 5 Very good; wide range; 5
Uses appropriate and new words and
expressions;
Interesting response.

Few syntax errors; 4 Good, appropriate vocabulary; 4

Minor errors that do not impede Generally good response.
communication.

Frequent errors. 3 Vocabulary is just adequate to respond; 3

No attempt to vary expressions;
Basic.
Many errors (agreement, verb forms); 2 Inadequate vocabulary or incorrect use 2
Errors in basic structures; of lexical items;
Errors impede communication. Communication is difficult.
Most structures incorrect; 1 Incomplete sentences or fragments; 1
Constant use of infinitives; no conjugation; Vocabulary repeated;
Reader understands only because of past Inappropriate vocabulary.
experience.
No attempt; 0 No attempt; 0
Indecipherable or illegible response. Totally irrelevant answer.

Content of the B1 Writing Examination

B1 Writing Examination (time allowed: 30 minutes)
Task Summary
Task 1: Candidates are expected to produce either a letter or an e-mail on a given topic. Guidance
is provided.
-e-mail
letter; Candidates should spend approximately half of the total time allowed on this task. Word
Count: Candidates are expected to write a minimum of 100 words in this task. Example:
-short
story; • You have moved to a new town. Write a letter to your friend to tell him/her
about your news. Talk about your new home and school, and mention any other
-essay.
news you have. Write between 100 and 120 words.

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 Tuzuvchilar: Ganiyeva Shaxnoza, Xakimxodjayev Nodir, Imomaliyev Zuhriddin,
Aripova Nozima
Taqrizchilar: Dr. Michael Gaddy, Nuriyeva Umida

9-SINF
Ixtisoslashtirilgan maktablarning IX sinflari uchun ingliz tilidan yakuniy nazorat
imtihoni eshitish, o‘qish, yozish, nutq ko‘nikmasini aniqlash yuzasidan o‘tkaziladi.
Yakuniy nazorat imtihonini o‘tkazishdan maqsad o‘quvchilarning chet til ta’limi
bo‘yicha olgan bilim, ko‘nikma va malakalarini aniqlashdan iborat. Imtihon savollari
Reading, Listening, Writing va Speaking ko‘nikmalarini baholashga doir 12 xil variant
savollaridan tashkil topgan. Imtixon gibrid shaklda tashkil etiladi. Imtihonning birinchi
qismida o‘quvchi variant tanlaydi va tinglash, o‘qish va yozuv topshiriqlarini bajaradi.
Birinchi qism uchun umumiy 105 daqiqa vaqt ajratiladi. Og‘zaki imtihon qismida o‘z
variantida tushgan savol yuzasidan 10 daqiqa tayyorlanadi va 2 daqiqa gapiriladi.
O‘quvchi tomonidan bildirilgan fikrlar grammatik va fonetik jihatdan to‘g‘ri bayon
etilishi, nutqining ravonligi, mavzudan chetlashmaganligi va bildirilgan fikrlarning
mantiqan bir-biri bilan bog‘liqligi hisobga olinadi. Fikrlar bayon etilayotganda, so‘z
birikmalarining noto‘g‘ri ifodalanishi, grammatik va fonetik qoidalarga rioya qilmaslik
hollari bir gapning o‘zida ikki va undan ortiq kuzatilsa, o‘sha gap hisobga olinmaydi.
O‘quvchi bilet savollariga to‘liq javob bera olmasa, o‘qituvchi o‘quvchiga mavzu
yuzasidan uchinchi savolni berishi mumkin.

Topshiriq- Umumiy
Imtixon lar soni 1-topshiriq turi 2-topshiriq turi Ajratilgan vat
ball
Shaxsiy Kundalik
Har bir o‘quvchiga 10
ma’lumotlarni bera mavzularda shaxsiy 20
Og‘zaki 2 daqiqa
olish fikr bildirish
5 ta bir tanlovli
savollar (ABC/
bo‘shliqni
Tinglab tushunish to‘ldirish / x 25
1 15 daqiqa
moslashish /
jumlani yakunlash
/ qisqa javob)
5 ta bir tanlovli
5 ta bir tanlovli
savol (ABCD
savol (ABCD
bo‘shliqni
bo‘shliqni to‘ldirish
to‘ldirish / to‘g‘ri
/ to‘g‘ri noto‘g‘ri
O‘qib tushunish noto‘g‘ri 30
2 berilmagan / 30 daqiqa
berilmagan / mos
moslashish / jumlani
keladigan /
yakunlash)
jumlani yakunlash)

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 Nomzod ma’lum
bir mavzu
bo‘yicha elektron
Yozish 1 x 25
xat / qisqa hikoya / 30 daqiqa
insho yozadi
(kamida 100 so'z)

YOZMA TOPSHIRIQ BO‘YICHA BAHOLASH MEZONI

Yozma topshiriq quyidagi baholash mezonlari bo‘yicha baholanadi:
1) Vazifaga erishish - boshqacha qilib aytganda, ular har bir vazifaga qanchalik to‘g‘ri javob
berishdi. – 5 ball
2) Tarkib – 5 ball
3) Muvofiqlik – 5 ball
4) Sintaksis – 5 ball
5) Lug'at - 5 ball

Content Coherency
Contextually correct; Smooth flow;
Almost error-free; Very good transition;
Genuine effort to write like a native Appropriate punctuation.
5 5
speaker.

Comprehensible, generally correct; Good use of transition, flow;

Occasional error. 4 Each clause fits within context. 4

Frequent errors that confuse reader Choppy;

and require guessing at meaning; Visibly translated;
Obvious translation from English that 3 Comprehensible. 3
is difficult to follow.

Errors interfere with Many restatements of same

comprehensibility. information;
2 2
Uses language significantly below the
expected level.
Most clauses contain errors; Inappropriate phrases, isolated words;
Many phrases are incomprehensible; 1 Uses unrelated vocabulary. 1
Fails to communicate main ideas.
No response; Incomprehensible;
Does not fit the topic. 0 No response. 0

Syntax Vocabulary
No grammatical errors. Very good;
5 Wide range of words; 5

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 Uses appropriate new words and
Expressions;
Interesting response.
Few syntax errors; Good, appropriate vocabulary;
Minor errors that do not impede 4 Generally good response. 4
communication.
Frequent errors. Vocabulary is just adequate to
respond;
3 3
No attempt to vary expressions;
Basic.
Many errors (agreement, verb forms); Inadequate vocabulary or incorrect use
Errors in basic structures; 2 of lexical items; 2
Errors impede communication. Difficult to communicate.
Most structures are incorrect; Incomplete sentences or fragments;
Constant use of infinitive; no Vocabulary repeated;
conjugation; 1 Inappropriate vocabulary. 1
Reader understands only because of
past experience.
No attempt; No attempt;
Indecipherable or illegible response. 0 Totally irrelevant answer. 0

OG‘ZAKI TOPSHIRIQ BO‘YICHA BAHOLASH MEZONI

Og‘zaki topshiriq quyidagi baholash mezonlari bo‘yicha baholanadi:
• Talaffuz – 5 ball
• Ravonlik – 5 ball
• Sintaksis – 5 ball
• So‘z boyligi – 5 ball
Ushbu rubrikada to‘rtta 5 ballik shkalda qo‘llaniladi (jami 20 ball).

Pronunciation Fluency
Phonetically correct; Smooth flow;
Almost error-free; Quick, continuous flow;
Awareness of accent; Natural pauses.
5 5
Genuine effort to sound like native
speaker.
Comprehensible, generally correct; Occasional hesitation, searching for
Occasional error. words;
4 4
Speaker can self-correct and respond to
cues.

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Frequent errors that confuse listener and Halting, hesitating;
require guessing at meaning. 3 Visibly translating before responding; 3
Can rephrase and respond.
Many errors that interfere with Frequent hesitations, searches for words;
comprehensibility. Overly translates questions before
2 response; 2
Repeats question word before response;
Eventually responds.
Most utterances contain errors; Constant searching for vocabulary, verb
Many utterances are incomprehensible; 1 tense; 1
Little communication. Does not complete utterances.
No attempt. No attempt;
0 0
May repeat cue.
Syntax Vocabulary
No grammatical errors; Very good; wide range;
Speaker self-corrects without hesitation. Uses appropriate new words and
5 5
expressions;
Interesting response.
Few syntax errors; Good, appropriate vocabulary;
Minor errors that do not impede 4 Generally good response. 4
communication.
Frequent errors; Vocabulary is just adequate to respond;
Self-corrects on some. 3 No attempt to vary expressions; 3
Basic.
Many errors (agreement, verb forms); Inadequate vocabulary or incorrect use of
Errors in basic structures; 2 lexical items; 2
Errors impede communication. Communication is difficult.
Most structures are incorrect; Incomplete sentences or fragments;
Constant use of infinitives; no Vocabulary repeated;
conjugation; Listener understands only 1 Inappropriate vocabulary. 1
because of past experience.
No attempt or repeats cue. No attempt;
0 Totally irrelevant answer. 0

FINAL EXAMINATION FOR THE STUDENTS OF THE 9TH GRADE OF

SPECIALIZED EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS FOR THE
2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS OF THE INVIGILATORS!
AT THE END OF THE PAPER, THE INVIGILATOR WILL COLLECT THE
QUESTION PAPER.
NO MATERIALS CAN BE REMOVED FROM THE EXAMINATION ROOM.

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DO NOT OPEN THE QUESTION PAPER UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO!
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
Total time allowed: 90 minutes.
This paper is divided into four sections.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)
Recording will be played twice.
5 questions.
Each question carries FOUR marks.
SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)
Part 1: 5 questions Part 2: 5 questions
Each question carries THREE marks.
SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)
SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Variant 1.

SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health

Track 33

Listen and circle A or B, according to what you hear.

1.
A) We wish we could bring you something else to help you.
B) We wish you luck with those, but we think we can bring you something else to
help you.

2.
A) I’m talking to anyone who knows a student doing exams out there.
B) I’m talking to anyone who’s a student doing exams out there.

3.

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A) The first advice I’m going to give is to stay off the coffee.
B) The first advice I’m going to give today is about coffee.

4.
A) A year or two ago, they found an apple that can wake you up.
B) A year or two ago, they found that an apple can wake you up.

5.
A) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for a matter of minutes only.
B) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for many more minutes.

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

Sport
Read the text and write the headings in the correct spaces.

A winter sport

Cycling star

Playing with a team

Playing indoors

In the water

Have your sports dreams come true? We asked some students this question, ‘What kind
of sports star would you be if you were talented in sport?’

1. ____________________

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Ryan said, ‘If I was taller, I would be a basketball star. I love the game because it’s a
fast, exciting sport. Of course, the best teams are in the USA, so I would love to go
there and play. If I went there, I would meet all the top basketball players! That’s my
dream! I would love to play with the top names in the sport. Basketball is all about
teamwork – that’s what’s really important.’

2. ________________

Jessica wrote, ‘I would love to be a great swimmer. Swimming is a terrific sport

because you spend most of your time in a pool. It’s a great way to exercise and I love
swimming. For me, it’s the perfect sport. Last year I took part in the UK Schools
Swimming Competition and I won second place! I go swimming two times a week, but
if I had more time, I would go every day! Mum says if I don’t get good marks at school,
I’ll have to stop swimming. That’s why I’m careful to do my school work as well as
my swimming training. If I have time next summer, I’ll join the water polo team. It
looks like great fun.’

3. ________________

Brian answered, ‘If I could be a sports star, I’d be a top skier. Skiing is great because
you do it in the snow and you go really fast. Of course, it’s quite an expensive sport
because you have to buy a lot of equipment and you have to travel a lot too. I’ve only
been skiing once, but I loved it. If my parents had more money, they would be able to
pay for skiing lessons.’

4. __________________

Jill said, ‘My favourite sport is table tennis. I love to play it at the weekend with my
best friend. If I practised every day, I would be the best table tennis player at my school.
It’s a very fast game and you have to be really quick. Some people think that table
tennis is a silly game, but I love it. Another reason, why I like it, is that it’s played
indoors. I hate getting cold and wet or hot and tired, so this sport is perfect for me.’

5. ___________________________

Mark told us, ‘I took up cycling when I was a kid and I’ve always enjoyed it. I’ve
ridden in competitions and won a lot of races. In fact, if I win next week’s all-England
competition, I will be a sports star! It’s a difficult sport and you have to train hard every
day. Would I change my life if I could? Never!’

Part 2.

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Lifestyle
Alisha’s Trendy Blog

Hello everyone! Today’s blog is all about fashion and not only fashion in clothes –
wonderful clothes – but also in hairstyles. Let me tell you about the clothes and
hairstyles I like best and then you can give your opinion. First – clothes! Well, I’m the
sort of person who likes plain clothes. My friends say that isn’t very interesting but to
me, nothing looks better than a casual white T-shirt with a pair of black skinny jeans.
I’m the same about hair. I have long straight hair as they did in the 60s – you know,
like the hippies. Now I want to hear about you. Post your comments below!

Hi Alisha. You’ve got the coolest blog on the internet! I don’t like the same kinds of
clothes as you. I’m probably the biggest fan in the world of dresses – the longer the
better. My favourite is a white and black ankle-length dress I bought last week. I’m
also different from you because I have permed hair, so it’s very curly!

(Natasha 12)

Hello all. I think one of the most important things in my life is to be me. I don’t want
to look like any of my friends. I’m an artistic person and I design my own clothes. I
like colorful clothes – red, blue, orange, purple and lots of big flowers! And my hair
goes with what I wear. I was born with blonde hair, but this week I’ve got dyed red
hair. I put gel in it to make it spikier. My dad hates it!

(Georgina 14)

Hi everyone. I’m posting a comment because you all love fashion. This week at my
school, Fishbourne Secondary School, we’re having the greatest fashion show ever on
8th April! Student models will present all the latest trends in casual wear and
sportswear. And the best part – you can try on all the clothes at the end of the show
when it finishes at 8 pm. My school is at 5 Salem Square and the show starts at 6 pm.
You can get tickets, £5 each, at Dungles Department Store on Giles Street. Hope to see
you there! (Kylie 13)

Read the text and write ‘T’ for true or ‘F’ for false.

1. Alisha’s blog is only about clothes. ___

2. The hippy style was popular in the 1960s. ___

3. Natasha is the youngest of the people commenting. ___

4. Georgia enjoys looking like her friends. ___

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5. People can see if clothes fit them at the show.___

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

People and relationship

You have become friends with someone through the Internet. Now your friend wants
to know more about you, where you live, and your family.

Write an email. Write between 120 and 180 words.

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

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____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
________________________________

SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Technology
Part 1
1. Do you use any gadgets on a daily basis?
2. How often do you use the Internet?
3. Do you own a computer? If so, how often do you use it and for what purposes?

Part 2
1. Describe your favourite gadget.
You should say:
- What is it
- When did you get it
- How often do you use it
and say why is it so important to you
2. How do computers affect our everyday life?
3. How effective is the use of computers in the classroom?

Variant 2.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health

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Track 33

Listen and circle A or B, according to what you hear.

1.
A) I’m talking to anyone who knows a student doing exams out there.
B) I’m talking to anyone who’s a student doing exams out there.

2.
A) The first advice I’m going to give is to stay off the coffee.
B) The first advice I’m going to give today is about coffee.

3.
A) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for a matter of minutes only.
B) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for many more minutes.

4.
A) Friends and family can be very helpful.
B) Friends and family can’t be very helpful.

5.
A) They will have got over their tiredness and can do some more studying.
B) They will have got over-tired and can’t do any more studying.

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)
Part 1.

Travelling
Read the text and write the headings in the correct spaces.

Additional information

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Looking for something new?
What can I do on the cruise?
Wildlife and environment
Facilities on board

1. ________________

You've toured Europe, you've travelled to the USA, you've seen the pyramids in Egypt
and been on safari in Kenya … and now you want to do something different. How
about a cruise to the South Pole? Our specialist holiday company offers once-in-a-
lifetime trips to both Antarctica and the Arctic.

2. _________________

For those of you who are interested in the natural world and would like to learn more
about life at the poles, this is the perfect holiday. Watch penguins and sea lions in their
natural habitat and learn more about whales and dolphins from the expert guides who
travel with us on all our cruises.

3. ________________

But that’s not all. Our cruises offer a variety of activities from photography to hiking,
from skiing to scuba diving in the crystal-cold waters of the Antarctic. You can go ice
climbing or even camp in the Antarctic with our experienced group leaders to guide
you. Our activities are suitable for all ages except very young children.

4. _______________

Our cruise ships are fully equipped with a gym and sauna, a restaurant and lounges, a
cinema and a disco bar. For those of you who would like to catch up with their reading,
there’s a library too. All our cabins have a view of the ocean and stylish and
comfortable furnishings.

5. _______________

For more information regarding our ships, dates, weather conditions and prices, please
contact your travel agent or Polar Travels at polartravels@pantarcticas.com.

Part 2.

Food

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Read the texts about food and write the words in the correct spaces.

recipe advert sign shopping list receipt

I’m Emma. Yesterday morning my friend Clara and I were in my kitchen with our cups
of coffee with milk and sugar. In the paper, I saw an interesting

(1) _______. It was for Tasty Food, a new restaurant at 3 Park Square. It said that it
had lots of different kinds of pasta and salads made from fresh ingredients. It also said
that it had more than fifty kinds of ice cream – all of them sugar-free! I’m meeting
Clara and two of my cousins there this afternoon at 5 o’clock when it opens.

Bob was in the supermarket. His mother wanted him to get a few things on his way
home from school because she was making a pizza. First, he needed 1kg of cheese and
it had to be the cheese that came from Denmark. Next, he had to buy some vegetables
– 2 onions, 3 green peppers and 8 tomatoes. Now where was the cheese and where
were the vegetables? Bob looked at the

(2) _____. The vegetables were in Aisle 5 and the cheese was in Aisle 7 When he paid
for everything he looked at the (3) ______. The total was £19.99! That was a lot for
one pizza!

My name is Dora. I’m making a(n) (4) _________. Tomorrow, 3rd September, is my
twelfth birthday and I’m having a party. I’ve invited ten of my friends and of course,
my parents are coming. So, I’m going to get lots of snacks and a few bottles of fizzy
drinks. I’ll get some fresh orange juice too because I don’t like bubbles. No, wait. I
think I’ll get a few lemons and make fresh juice. I’ll have to put lots of sugar in it!

Hello! Chef Petros here! I’m going to make a special cake using my grandmother’s
favourite (5) ________. Now, I’ve got all the ingredients here on the table next to this
big bowl. Let’s see – a few eggs, two cups of sugar, 2 ½ cups of flour and lots of
chocolate! So, I’m putting everything in here, I’m mixing it up and finally, I’m putting
it into the oven. OK. I have to cook it for fifty minutes at 180°C but I’ll check it in
forty-five because it might be ready then.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

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 1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Sport
You recently took part in a sporting event. Write a letter to an English-speaking
friend describing the event.
Describe how you prepared for it, what happened and how you feel about it now.
Mention any other news you have as well.

Write your letter. Write between 120 and 150 words.

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

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____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
________________________________

SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Lifestyle
Part 1
1. What do you do in your free time?
2. Do you lead an active life?
3. What would you like to change about your lifestyle?

Part 2
Describe a healthy lifestyle you know
You should say:
1. What does a healthy lifestyle mean to you/ what it is
- how do you know it
- what one would do to live this healthy lifestyle
- and explain why it is healthy
2. Is it easy to keep fit where you live? ...
3. What do you think is more important, eating healthy or doing exercise? ...

Variant 3.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health

Track 33

Listen and circle A or B, according to what you hear.

1.
A) A year or two ago, they found an apple that can wake you up.
B) A year or two ago, they found that an apple can wake you up.

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2.
A) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for a matter of minutes only.
B) This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for many more minutes.

3.
A) Find time for exercise.
B) It’s a fine time for exercise.

4.
A) Friends and family can be very helpful.
B) Friends and family can’t be very helpful.

5.
A) They will have got over their tiredness and can do some more studying.
B) They will have got over-tired and can’t do any more studying.

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

People and relationship

We form relationships at several key points in our lives, but perhaps the most important
is the first – the one we form with our mothers. Infants first develop their personalities
through their interaction with their mothers, although this isn’t interaction in the real
sense of the word, as they only slowly form the idea of themselves as individuals. This
development is the first move a child makes in understanding the world as separate
from themselves.

Dr Julian Spack, of the Inwood School of Psychology, has outlined the sequence of
relationship-building in a recent study. He claims that the next stage of development is
widening relationships with our immediate relatives. ‘As we grow up, our bodies and

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our brains grow, too, as well as our knowledge of the world,’ he says. ‘We reach out
and connect with the next ‘ring’ of our experience, our fathers, brothers and sisters.’

It’s at school that we probably form our first relationships outside the home. As we
meet people our age and begin to learn how to behave as members of a community.
‘This is a kind of bigger family we find ourselves in,’ says Dr Spack. ‘We’re forced to
obey certain rules and mix with the crowd. This peer pressure is a very valuable lesson
we learn in becoming full members of the wider world.’

Dr Spack goes on to describe the cycle of friendships we experience as we move

through school and university as the range and depth of our relations increase. ‘We
move into adulthood through a variety of connections and contacts,’ he tells us. We
might meet and make many friends or only a few, but the point seems to be the quantity
rather than the quality of our relationships at this point.

By the time we graduate and perhaps begin our first job, most of the patterns of our
relationships are established, according to Doctor Spack. The rest of the process is
making better and better choices. ‘There is a type of person we are looking for in every
situation, and there are types of person we reject in any given situation, too,’ says Dr
Spack. ‘This is how we make our important, life-long relationships, by starting off on
a solid basis.’

Read the text and circle the correct words.

1. Dr Spack tells us about the different connections / stages of our growth.

2. At school we meet people from inside / outside the family.

3. We are obliged to mix / obey the rules.

4. As we grow older, the maturity / variety of our relationships increases.

5. We are all rejecting / looking for certain types of people.

Part 2.

Travelling
Looking for something new?

You've toured Europe, you've travelled to the USA, you've seen the pyramids in Egypt
and been on safari in Kenya … and now you want to do something different. How
about a cruise to the South Pole? Our specialist holiday company offers once-in-a-
lifetime trips to both Antarctica and the Arctic.

Wildlife and environment

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For those of you who are interested in the natural world and would like to learn more
about life at the poles, this is the perfect holiday. Watch penguins and sea lions in their
natural habitat and learn more about whales and dolphins from the expert guides who
travel with us on all our cruises.

What can I do on the cruise?

But that’s not all. Our cruises offer a variety of activities from photography to hiking,
from skiing to scuba diving in the crystal-cold waters of the Antarctic. You can go ice
climbing or even camp in the Antarctic with our experienced group leaders to guide
you. Our activities are suitable for all ages except very young children.

Facilities on board

Our cruise ships are fully equipped with a gym and sauna, a restaurant and lounges, a
cinema and a disco bar. For those of you who would like to catch up with their reading,
there’s a library too. All our cabins have a view of the ocean and stylish and
comfortable furnishings.

Additional information

For more information regarding our ships, dates, weather conditions and prices, please
contact your travel agent or Polar Travels at polartravels@pantarcticas.com.

Read the text and circle the correct words.

1. The company offers trips all over the world / to the North and South Poles.

2. This holiday is suitable for people who enjoy studying wildlife / fish.

3. Lots of adventure sports / creative activities are offered during the cruise.

4. There are CDs / books available on board.

5. You can contact the company for information about the food / temperatures during
the cruise.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

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 2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Travelling
You’ve got a letter from your English-speaking friend in which he/she writes that
he/she is going to visit your country and asks your opinion on travelling. Write a
letter to your friend in which you tell him/her

• what type of travel do you prefer and why

• what season is the best to visit your country and why
• what places of interest you would recommend him/her to visit in your country
and why

Write your letter. Write between 120 and 150 words.

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________

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____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
________________________________

SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Food
Part 1

1 What’s your favourite food?

2 Do you often have dinner with your family or friends?
3 How often do you have snacks?

Part 2
1. Describe a place you like to eat at. You should say:
- Where is it
- What kind of food it serves
- Why do like its food
and how often do you eat there
2. Do you like cooking? Why/Why not?
3. Do you prefer fresh or frozen foods? Why?

Variant 4.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and write true (T) or false (F).

1. Paul Rainer is a student. _________

2. Paul is only talking to students. _________
3. Many students believe that coffee keeps them awake. _________
4. Paul says students should drink more than 2–3 cups of coffee
a day. _________

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5. Eating a good breakfast is important. _________

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

Entertainment
www.my-blog.com/Jerry's_blog

Hi! I'm Jerry. I'm fourteen, and I live in Kingston. Welcome to my blog!

4th April

Yesterday I went to the cinema to watch Maleficent, the new film starring Angelina
Jolie. She's my favourite actress! I think she's great! Have you seen the film yet? I've
seen all her Lara Croft movies and Kung Fu Panda films! She's so funny and active
and adventurous! I've been her fan for four years now and I've got posters and
photographs. I've also tried to get her autograph twice but I haven't been lucky so far.
Maybe next time, she comes to England for a premiere, I'll be able to ask her. What
about you? Have you got a favourite film star? Do you belong to a fan club? Do write
and tell me!

Hi Jerry! I've been reading your blog for six months now and I really love it! To answer
your question, my favourite star is Ben Stiller. I find him hilarious! He's such a good
comedian! Have you seen Madagascar? It's my favourite animated film! And Meet the
Fockers and A Night at the Museum! They're so funny! I haven't met him or got his
autograph but my best friend has! He was there at the premiere of Madagascar 3 and
he asked Ben to sign his name on his t-shirt! Lucky guy!

Samantha K., Los Angeles

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Great blog, Jerry! I haven't got a favourite film star, but my favourite pop star is Adele.
She's got an amazing voice, hasn’t she? I've collected all her CDs, and I've put up her
posters on the walls of my bedroom. I've been listening to her music for three years
now (I'm fifteen), and I can't wait to listen to her new album when it comes out!

Josie Brown

Hey, Jerry! I'm a huge fan of Owen Wilson and I've actually met him once! I told him
I wanted to be like him and he asked me for my name, signed his name on a poster and
gave me his photograph! I've been a member of his fan club ever since that day!

Martin, Nebraska

Circle correct words.

1. Angelina Jolie is a fan / film star.

2. Jerry has watched Maleficent / Madagascar.

3. Ben Stiller is very funny / has a good voice.

4. Josie has got all of Adele's music / films.

5. Martin has a signed poster / signed photograph of Owen Wilson.

Part 2.

Science and Technology

We all use computers, smartphones and tablets in our everyday life. The time when
these things were considered luxury items for the elite few is well in the past. But how
is technological progress going to affect our lives in the future?

Many think that as computers are becoming smarter and smarter, they will soon take
over several tasks which until now have required human intelligence. Computers or AI
(artificial intelligence) will most probably regulate traffic in the future, control
production in factories, operate delicate machines and drive boats and trains. Some of
these things are no longer part of science fiction but have been happening for the last
thirty years or so. But what will happen as computers evolve further?

For those of us who have watched the Matrix trilogy, the evolution of computers to
such a degree feels like a nightmare. Are computers going to take over from man? Are
we going to become their slaves sometime in the distant future? Are they going to turn
evil and destroy the Earth?

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Other science fiction works foresee a more favourable future for the human race.
Computers and robots become very intelligent, but they have in-built laws that don’t
allow them to harm people. These intelligent machines are (according to some writers)
going to help mankind conquer space travel and protect it from yet unknown enemy
life forms.

What does the future hold for computers, robots and us? Are we going to continue
developing computers, robots and the software that runs them to the point where we,
humans, become completely unnecessary for their survival? We'll just have to wait and
see.

Read the text and write ‘R’ for Right, ‘W’ for Wrong or ‘DS’ for Doesn’t Say.

1. In the past, only a few rich people had computers and smartphones. ___

2. Computers and robots are never going to replace people. ___

3. As computers become cleverer, they will become more like human beings. ___

4. Some computers are going to try and destroy the planet. ___

5. Nobody can tell what will happen in the future. ___

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

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SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Food
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.

Your story must begin with the sentence:

It all started when I decided to prepare something for dinner.

Write your story. Write between 120 and 150 words.

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
________________________________

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

People and relationship

Part 1
1. Do you see your friends very often?
2. What do you like about your close friends?
3. Have you known each other long?
Part 2

1. Describe the person in your family who you most admire. You should say:

- what their relationship is to you

- what they have done in their life
- what they do now
- and explain why you admire them so much.

2. Is family important in your country?

3. Which are more important to you: your family or your friends?

Variant 5.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and write true (T) or false (F).

1. Paul is only talking to students. _________

2. Paul says students should drink more than 2–3 cups of coffee
a day. _________
3. Eating a good breakfast is important. _________
4. After a break, students take some time to get back to studying. _________
5. At the end, Paul says he is going to tell us about a health
problem he had. _________

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 ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

People and relationship

We form relationships at several key points in our lives, but perhaps the most important
is the first – the one we form with our mothers. Infants first develop their personalities
through their interaction with their mothers, although this isn’t interaction in the real
sense of the word, as they only slowly form the idea of themselves as individuals. This
development is the first move a child makes in understanding the world as separate
from themselves.

Dr Julian Spack, of the Inwood School of Psychology, has outlined the sequence of
relationship-building in a recent study. He claims that the next stage of development is
widening relationships with our immediate relatives. ‘As we grow up, our bodies and
our brains grow, too, as well as our knowledge of the world,’ he says. ‘We reach out
and connect with the next ‘ring’ of our experience, our fathers, brothers and sisters.’

It’s at school that we probably form our first relationships outside the home. As we
meet people our own age and begin to learn how to behave as members of a community.
‘This is a kind of bigger family we find ourselves in,’ says Dr Spack. ‘We’re forced to
obey certain rules and mix with the crowd. This peer pressure is a very valuable lesson
we learn in becoming full members of the wider world.’

Dr Spack goes on to describe the cycle of friendships we experience as we move

through school and university as the range and depth of our relations increase. ‘We
move into adulthood through a variety of connections and contacts,’ he tells us. We
might meet and make many friends or only a few, but the point seems to be the quantity
rather than the quality of our relationships at this point.

By the time we graduate and perhaps begin our first job, most of the patterns of our
relationships are established, according to Doctor Spack. The rest of the process is
making better and better choices. ‘There is a type of person we are looking for in every

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situation, and there are types of person we reject in any given situation, too,’ says Dr
Spack. ‘This is how we make our important, life-long relationships, by starting off on
a solid basis.’

Read the text and circle the correct words.

1. Dr Spack describes the order / outline of relationships we form.

2. Dr Spack tells us about the different connections / stages of our growth.

3. At school we meet people from inside / outside the family.

4. As we grow older, the maturity / variety of our relationships increases.

5. After leaving university, the pattern / choice of our relationships is set.

Part 2.

Shopping
Ann, 13

I don’t buy expensive things. Some of my classmates love wearing brand names, but I
think it's silly to spend so much money on clothes, especially since I'm still young and
next year my clothes won't even fit me. I usually go shopping with my mum, because
she's got great taste and she knows what suits me and what doesn’t, but it's always me
who makes the final decision. I spend my pocket money on computer games, but again,
I don’t spend much. I prefer to exchange used games with my friends. That way I get
to enjoy more games than I would ever be able to afford.

Tanya, 16

I love clothes and I love shopping – you could say I'm addicted! I hang out at the
shopping centre with my friends and I always buy something new every week. My
parents are a bit worried and tell me I should spend less, but I don’t want to. I have the
nicest clothes at school and great style and everybody asks me where I buy clothes
from! I don’t have my own credit card yet, but when I get a job in a few years, I'm
definitely going to get one. My favourite sites on the internet are fashion sites of course
and I've also got my own blog where I talk about – what else? – clothes and fashion!

Mark, 15

I never go shopping. It's so boring! My mum gets me my clothes and I just wear them.
I spend most of my time on the basketball court. I hang out with my friends there and

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we have fun. I think that consumers should be more aware of what they buy. We live
in a period where people don’t buy what they need, but what they want and that means
we spend time and money on useless things. I believe we should be more aware of what
consumerism does to the environment, too.

Carl, 17

I usually spend a little money on clothes and stuff, but not very often. I like to be in
fashion but I also believe that we should think about whether we need something before
we buy it. Take my sister for example – she’s got a room full of clothes she doesn’t
wear and things she doesn’t use! I don’t want to be like that. I usually do my shopping
in the sales because then I can find good bargains. And I sometimes buy stuff over the
internet, because it's fun and fast.

Read the text and write ‘R’ for Right, ‘W’ for Wrong or ‘DS’ for Doesn't Say.

1. Ann knows that her clothes will soon be too small. ___

2. She believes that shopping for clothes is boring. ___

3. Tanya is a shopaholic. ___

4. Mark believes that people shouldn’t spend money on clothes. ___

5. Carl only buys his clothes over the internet. ___

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

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SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Health
Your teacher has asked you to write an article with the title: Being healthy.
Write about young people and healthy living. Is it important for young people to
do sport and keep fit? Why? What are some ways to stay healthy?

Write your article. Write between 120 and 150 words.

____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________
________________________________

SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Sport
Part 1
1. What’s your favourite sport?
2. Where did you learn to play this sport?
3. Do you think students need more exercise?

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Part 2
1. Describe a sporting event you attended.
You should say:
- what kind of sports event it was
- give details of this event
- how often it takes place
and explain why you consider this event to be interesting.
2. What benefits do international sporting events bring?
3. Is it important for a country to win lots of medals?

Variant 6.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and write true (T) or false (F).

1. Paul says students should drink more than 2–3 cups of coffee
a day. _________
2. Eating a good breakfast is important. _________
3. Walking for half an hour is not enough. _________
4. After a break, students take some time to get back to studying. _________
5. At the end, Paul says he is going to tell us about a health
problem he had. _________

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)
Part 1.

Entertainment
www.my-blog.com/Jerry's_blog

Hi! I'm Jerry. I'm fourteen, and I live in Kingston. Welcome to my blog!

4th April

Yesterday I went to the cinema to watch Maleficent, the new film starring Angelina
Jolie. She's my favourite actress! I think she's great! Have you seen the film yet? I've
seen all her Lara Croft films and the Kung Fu Panda films! She's so funny and active
and adventurous! I've been her fan for four years now and I've got posters and
photographs. I've also tried to get her

autograph twice but I haven't been lucky so far. Maybe next time, she comes to
England for a premiere, I'll be able to ask her. What about you? Have you got a
favourite film star? Do you belong to a fan club? Do write and tell me!

Hi Jerry! I've been reading your blog for six months now and I really love it! To answer
your question, my favourite star is Ben Stiller. I find him hilarious! He's such a good
comedian! Have you seen Madagascar? It's my favourite animated film! And Meet the
Fockers and A Night at the Museum! They're so funny! I haven't met him or got his
autograph but my best friend has! He was there at the premiere of Madagascar 3 and
he asked Ben to sign his name on his t-shirt! Lucky guy!

Samantha K., Los Angeles

Great blog, Jerry! I haven't got a favourite film star, but my favourite pop star is Adele.
She's got an amazing voice, hasn’t she? I've collected all her CDs, and I've put up her
posters on the walls of my bedroom. I've been listening to her music for three years
now (I'm fifteen), and I can't wait to listen to her new album when it comes out!

Josie Brown

Hey, Jerry! I'm a huge fan of Owen Wilson and I've actually met him once! I told him
I wanted to be like him and he asked me for my name, signed his name on a poster and
gave me his photograph! I've been a member of his

fan club ever since that day!

Martin, Nebraska

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Circle the correct words.

1. Angelina Jolie is a fan / film star.

2. Jerry has watched Maleficent / Madagascar.

3. Ben Stiller is very funny / has a good voice.

4. Josie has got all of Adele's music / films.

5. Martin has a signed poster / signed photograph of Owen Wilson.

Part 2.

Health
Some people may have to deal with the law more than others in their everyday
activities. Dick Farraday is a crime journalist and former sociology lecturer, and he has
written a book on our relationship with and attitude towards the law. ‘It depends on a
lot of things,’ he begins. ‘Your job, your age, where you come from, or even what your
friends and family think, too.’

‘Youngsters often feel that the law is stopping them doing something,’ says Dick. ‘For
example, if the law forbids you to drive or buy a drink because you are too young, this
is seen as a kind of limit or control, and can seem unfair. You haven’t done anything
wrong, but it affects you even though you are innocent of a crime, and can cause young
people to form a negative opinion of the law, even if the law is designed to keep you
out of danger.’

As you grow older and take on more responsibilities, your relationship with the law
changes. ‘We begin to appreciate how the system protects us rather than punishes us,’
says Daniel. ‘Take the example of driving a car. You might feel punished before you
are allowed to get a license, but when you do get one, you might be pleased to feel that
the other drivers on the road are properly qualified – like you – and not a danger to you
in your own car.’

Some people are closer to the law than others through work. A policeman spends his
days making sure that the law isn’t broken and people are safe. ‘People involved in the
law in their jobs generally believe the law to be a good thing, and are proud of their
position. There is something special about guarding your fellow citizens and preventing
crime from affecting innocent people,’ explains Daniel.

Of course, there is another group – those people who choose a career of crime. They
might not respect the law but they fear it. ‘How someone becomes a life-long criminal

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is another story,’ says Daniel. ‘But it’s still connected to the same factors – how old
you are, where you live, that sort of thing. The police and the criminal world have a
close relationship but one that is closed to most people.’

Read the text and circle the correct words.

1. People who work in the law think that preventing / guarding crime is a

good thing.

2. The law forbids / allows you to drive a car if you are a child.

3. It might make you feel controlled / safe to know that every driver is qualified.

4 Criminals and policemen have no / a close relationship.

5. The law is designed / forbidden to protect you.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Entertainment
A friend of yours has written you an email asking for information about a school
project. Read the part of the email and the notes. Then write an email to your
English-speaking friend answering the questions.

We're doing a project at school on celebrities and their fans. I know you're a big fan
of Johnny Depp, so can you please write back to me?

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Why do you like him?
How long have you been his fan?
Are you a member of his fan club?
Have you ever met him?
Which of his films are your favourites and why?
Write your email. Write between 120 and 150 words.
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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Food
Part 1

1. What’s your favourite food?

2. Do you often have dinner with your family or friends?
3. How often do you have snacks?

Part 2

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1. Describe a place you like to eat at. You should say:
- Where is it
- What kind of food it serves
- Why do like its food
and how often do you eat there
2. Do you like cooking? Why/Why not?
3. Do you prefer fresh or frozen foods? Why?

Variant 7.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and choose the best answer (A, B or C).

1. Who will be helped by Paul’s advice?

A) all students
B) students preparing for exams
C) students who have failed exams

2. What does he say about coffee?

A) Drinking too much makes you sleepy.
B) You should drink three or four cups to stay awake.
C) It’s good for exam nerves.

3. What advice does he give about food?

A) Eat sugar to give you energy that will keep you working.
B) Try to avoid eating meals later in the day.
C) Make sure you get enough fruit and vegetables.

4. One benefit of exercise is that it helps you to

A) study for hours without a break.
B) do the same amount of work in less time.
C) work better for half an hour.

5. Paul says that students

A) have to stay up very late each night to revise.
B) should stay up very late the night before an exam.
C) are better off using the morning hours more.

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 ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

Health
Some people may have to deal with the law more than others in their everyday
activities. Dick Farraday is a crime journalist and former sociology lecturer, and he has
written a book on our relationship with and attitude towards the law. ‘It depends on a
lot of things,’ he begins. ‘Your job, your age, where you come from, or even what your
friends and family think, too.’

‘Youngsters often feel that the law is stopping them doing something,’ says Dick. ‘For
example, if the law forbids you to drive or buy a drink because you are too young, this
is seen as a kind of limit or control, and can seem unfair. You haven’t done anything
wrong, but it affects you even though you are innocent of a crime, and can cause young
people to form a negative opinion of the law, even if the law is designed to keep you
out of danger.’

As you grow older and take on more responsibilities, your relationship with the law
changes. ‘We begin to appreciate how the system protects us rather than punishes us,’
says Daniel. ‘Take the example of driving a car. You might feel punished before you
are allowed to get a license, but when you do get one, you might be pleased to feel that
the other drivers on the road are properly qualified – like you – and not a danger to you
in your own car.’

Some people are closer to the law than others through work. A policeman spends his
days making sure that the law isn’t broken and people are safe. ‘People involved in the
law in their jobs generally believe the law to be a good thing, and are proud of their
position. There is something special about guarding your fellow citizens and preventing
crime from affecting innocent people,’ explains Daniel.

Of course, there is another group – those people who choose a career of crime. They
might not respect the law but they fear it. ‘How someone becomes a life-long criminal

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is another story,’ says Daniel. ‘But it’s still connected to the same factors – how old
you are, where you live, that sort of thing. The police and the criminal world have a
close relationship but one that is closed to most people.’

Complete each sentence with one or two words from the text.

1. Sometimes a law seems unfair even though you haven’t done ____________.

2. A ___________ believes he is doing something special.

3. Career criminals choose a life on the ___________ of the law.

4. Older people understand the law is ___________ protect rather than punish them.

5. It will reassure you to know that everyone who drives a car is __________, just like
you.

Part 2.

Sport
Can your sporting dreams come true? We asked some students this question, ‘What
kind of sports star would you be if you were talented in sport?’

Ryan said, ‘If I was taller, I would be a basketball star. I love the game because it’s a
fast, exciting sport. Of course, the best teams are in the USA, so I would love to go
there and play. If I went there, I would meet all the top basketball players! That’s my
dream! I would love to play with the top names in the sport. Basketball is all about
teamwork – that’s what’s really important.’

Jessica wrote, ‘I would love to be a great swimmer. Swimming is a terrific sport

because you spend most of your time in a pool. It’s a great way to exercise and I love
swimming. For me, it’s the perfect sport. Last year I took part in the UK Schools
Swimming Competition and I won second place! I go swimming two times a week, but
if I had more time, I would go every day! Mum says if I don’t get good marks at school,
I’ll have to stop swimming. That’s why I’m careful to do my school work as well as
my swimming training. If I have time next summer, I’ll join the water polo team. It
looks like great fun.’

Brian answered, ‘If I could be a sports star, I’d be a top skier. Skiing is great because
you do it on the snow and you go really fast. Of course, it’s quite an expensive sport
because you have to buy a lot of equipment and you have to travel a lot too. I’ve only
been skiing once, but I loved it. If my parents had more money, they would be able to
pay for skiing lessons.’

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Jill said, ‘My favourite sport is table tennis. I love to play it at the weekend with my
best friend. If I practised every day, I would be the best table tennis player at my school.
It’s a very fast game and you have to be really quick. Some people think that table
tennis is a silly game, but I love it. Another reason I like it, is that it’s played indoors.
I hate getting cold and wet or hot and tired, so this sport is perfect for me.’

Mark told us, ‘I took up cycling when I was a kid and I’ve always enjoyed it. I’ve
ridden in competitions and won a lot of races. In fact, if I win next week’s all-England
competition, I will be a sports star! It’s a difficult sport and you have to train hard every
day. Would I change my life if I could? Never!’

Read the text and write ‘R’ for Right, ‘W’ for Wrong or ‘DS’ for Doesn’t Say.

1. Ryan plays for a team in the USA. ___

2. Ryan wants to meet famous basketball players. ___

3. Jessica gets top marks at school. ___

4. Jessica is on the water polo team. ___

5. Brian does lots of skiing lessons. ___

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

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SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Science and Technology

Write an email to your English-speaking friend about your favourite gadget.
You should write about
• What is it
• When did you get it
• How often do you use it and explain why is it so important to you.

Write your email. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Entertainment
Part 1
1. Do you prefer relaxing at home or going out in your free time? [Why?]
2. Where do you usually like to go in your free time?
3. Is there any kind of entertainment you do not like? [Why/Why not?]

Part 2
1. Describe a place of entertainment (e.g. theatre, cinema, sports centre) that you
would like to have where you live.
You should say:
- what this place would be
- where it should be
- whom it would be for, or who would use there
- and why you think this place of entertainment is needed
2. What is your favourite type of online entertainment?

Variant 8.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and choose the best answer (A, B or C).

1. What does he say about coffee?

A) Drinking too much makes you sleepy.
B) You should drink three or four cups to stay awake.
C) It’s good for exam nerves.

2. What advice does he give about food?

A) Eat sugar to give you energy that will keep you working.
B) Try to avoid eating meals later in the day.
C) Make sure you get enough fruit and vegetables.

3. One benefit of exercise is that it helps you to

A) study for hours without a break.
B) do the same amount of work in less time.
C) work better for half an hour.

4. Paul says that students

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A) have to stay up very late each night to revise.
B) should stay up very late the night before an exam.
C) are better off using the morning hours more.

5. What can you do that will really help a friend?

A) turn up unexpectedly and take them out
B) take them out after a short time studying
C) spend the day with them to keep them company

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)
Part 1.

Travelling
You've toured Europe, you've travelled to the USA, you've seen the pyramids in Egypt
and been on safari in Kenya … and now you want to do something different. How
about a cruise to the South Pole? Our specialist holiday company offers once-in-a-
lifetime trips to both Antarctica and the Arctic.

For those of you who are interested in the natural world and would like to learn more
about life at the poles, this is the perfect holiday. Watch penguins and sea lions in their
natural habitat and learn more about whales and dolphins from the expert guides who
travel with us on all our cruises.

But that’s not all. Our cruises offer a variety of activities from photography to hiking,
from skiing to scuba diving in the crystal cold waters of the Antarctic. You can go ice
climbing or even camp in the Antarctic with our experienced group leaders to guide
you. Our activities are suitable for all ages except very young children.

Our cruise ships are fully equipped with a gym and sauna, a restaurant and lounges, a
cinema and a disco bar. For those of you who would like to catch up with their reading,
there’s a library too. All our cabins have a view of the ocean and stylish and
comfortable furnishings.

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For more information regarding our ships, dates, weather conditions and prices, please
contact your travel agent or Polar Travels at polartravels@pantarcticas.com.

Read the text. Write ‘R’ for Right, ‘W’ for Wrong or ‘DS’ for Doesn’t Say.

1. The cruise passengers always love their holidays. ___

2. If you go on this cruise, you will see lots of animals. ___

3. This type of cruise is very expensive. ___

4. The activities on the cruise are suitable for all ages. ___

5. You can send an email to the agency to learn more. ___

Part 2.

Food
I’m Emma. Yesterday morning my friend Clara and I were in my kitchen with our cups
of coffee with milk and sugar. In the paper, I saw an interesting advert. It was for Tasty
Food, a new restaurant at 3 Park Square. It said that it had lots of different kinds of
pasta and salads made from fresh ingredients. It also said that it had more than fifty
kinds of ice cream – all of them sugar-free! I’m meeting Clara and two of my cousins
there this afternoon at 5 o’clock when it opens.

Bob was in the supermarket. His mother wanted him to get a few things on his way
home from school because she was making a pizza. First, he needed 1kg of cheese and
it had to be cheese that came from Denmark. Next, he had to buy some vegetables – 2
onions, 3 green peppers and 8 tomatoes. Now where was the cheese and where were
the vegetables? Bob looked at the sign. The vegetables were in Aisle 5 and the cheese
was in Aisle 7 When he paid for everything he looked at the receipt. The total was
£19.99! That was a lot for one pizza!

My name is Dora. I’m making a shopping list. Tomorrow, 3rd September, is my twelfth
birthday and I’m having a party. I’ve invited ten of my friends and of course, my
parents are coming. So, I’m going to get lots of snacks and a few bottles of fizzy drinks.
I’ll get some fresh orange juice too because I don’t like bubbles. No, wait. I think I’ll
get a few lemons and make fresh juice. I’ll have to put lots of sugar in it!

Hello! Chef Petros here! I’m going to make a special cake using my grandmother’s
favourite recipe. Now, I’ve got all the ingredients here on the table next to this big
bowl. Let’s see – a few eggs, two cups of sugar, 2 ½ cups of flour and lots of chocolate!

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So, I’m putting everything in here, I’m mixing it up and finally, I’m putting it into the
oven. OK. I have to cook it for fifty minutes at 180°C but I’ll check it in forty-five
because it might be ready then.

Read the text and circle the correct words or numbers.

1. Bob bought a few onions / tomatoes.

2. Bob went to Aisle 5 to get cheese / vegetables.

3. Dora will buy a few snacks / bottles of fizzy drinks.

4. Chef Petros will use a lot of chocolate / eggs.

5. Chef Petros will wait for 45 / 50 minutes before he looks at the cake.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

People and relationship

You have become friends with someone through the internet. Now your friend wants
to know more about you, where you live, and your family.

Write an email. Write between 120 and 180 words.

Write your letter. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Science
Part 1
1. Do you like science?
2. What science have you studied?
3. What do you find most interesting about science?
4. Do you think science is important in our society?

Part 2
1. Describe a social media website that you often use.
You should say:
– what type of website it is
– how you found out about it
– when you use it

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 and why you find it useful.
2. Are there any disadvantages of learning over the Internet?
3. Why has social media become so popular?

Variant 9.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and choose the best answer (A, B or C).

1. Who will be helped by Paul’s advice?

A) all students
B) students preparing for exams
C) students who have failed exams

2. What does he say about coffee?

A) Drinking too much makes you sleepy.
B) You should drink three or four cups to stay awake.
C) It’s good for exam nerves.

3. What advice does he give about food?

A) Eat sugar to give you energy that will keep you working.
B) Try to avoid eating meals later in the day.
C) Make sure you get enough fruit and vegetables.

4. One benefit of exercise is that it helps you to

A) study for hours without a break.
B) do the same amount of work in less time.
C) work better for half an hour.

5. What can you do that will really help a friend?

A) turn up unexpectedly and take them out
B) take them out after a short time studying
C) spend the day with them to keep them company

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 ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

People and relationship

We form relationships at several key points in our lives, but perhaps the most important
is the first – the one we form with our mothers. Infants first develop their personalities
through their interaction with their mothers, although this isn’t interaction in the real
sense of the word, as they only slowly form the idea of themselves as individuals. This
development is the first move a child makes in understanding the world as separate
from themselves.

Dr Julian Spack, of the Inwood School of Psychology, has outlined the sequence of
relationship-building in a recent study. He claims that the next stage of development is
widening relationships with our immediate relatives. “As we grow up, our bodies and
our brains grow, too, as well as our knowledge of the world,” he says. “We reach out
and connect with the next ‘ring’ of our experience, our fathers, brothers and sisters.”

It’s at school that we probably form our first relationships outside the home. As we
meet people our own age and begin to learn how to behave as members of a community.
“This is a kind of bigger family we find ourselves in,” says Dr Spack. “We’re forced
to obey certain rules and mix with the crowd. This peer pressure is a very valuable
lesson we learn in becoming full members of the wider world.”

Dr Spack goes on to describe the cycle of friendships we experience as we move

through school and university as the range and depth of our relations increases. “We
move into adulthood through a variety of connections and contacts,” he tells us. We
might meet and make many friends or only a few, but the point seems to be the quantity
rather than the quality of our relationships at this point.

By the time we graduate and perhaps begin our first job, most of the patterns of our
relationships are established, according to Doctor Spack. The rest of the process is
making better and better choices. “There is a type of person we are looking for in every

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situation, and there are types of person we reject in any given situation, too,” says Dr
Spack. “This is how we make our important, life-long relationships, by starting off on
a solid basis.”

Read the sentences and write ‘T’ for True or ‘F’ for False according to the text.

1. Our most important relationships are made after school. ___

2. We understand we are individuals at a very early age. ___

3. We learn to be part of a group at school. ___

4. Our relationships grow more complex as we grow older. ___

5. After starting work we choose our relationships more carefully. ___

Part 2.

Science and Technology

We all use computers, smartphones and tablets in our everyday life. The time when
these things were considered luxury items for the elite few is well in the past. But how
is technological progress going to affect our lives in the future?

Many think that as computers are becoming smarter and smarter, they will soon take
over several tasks which until now have required human intelligence. Computers or AI
(artificial intelligence) will most probably regulate traffic in the future, control
production in factories, operate delicate machines and drive boats and trains. Some of
these things are no longer part of science fiction but have been happening for the last
thirty years or so. But what will happen as computers evolve further?

For those of us who have watched the Matrix trilogy, the evolution of computers to
such a degree feels like a nightmare. Are computers going to take over from man? Are
we going to become their slaves sometime in the distant future? Are they going to turn
evil and destroy the Earth?

Other science fiction works foresee a more favourable future for the human race.
Computers and robots become very intelligent, but they have in-built laws that don’t
allow them to harm people. These intelligent machines are (according to some writers)
going to help mankind conquer space travel and protect it from yet unknown enemy
life forms.

What does the future hold for computers, robots and us? Are we going to continue
developing computers, robots and the software that runs them to the point where we,
humans, become completely unnecessary for their survival? We'll just have to wait and
see.

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Complete each sentence with one word from the text.

1. Technological ___________ is going to change our lives.

2. Computers have already taken ___________ some tasks from people.

3. In the __________ future, people may become the slaves of computers.

4. There will be some kind of software programs that won't ________ computers to
harm people.

5. In the future, computers may not be dependent on humans for their _______.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Shopping
Write a letter to your local newspaper. In your letter:

- say in general what you like about shopping in your area

- say what is wrong with the facilities
- suggest how they can be improved

Write your letter. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Travelling
Part 1
1. Do you like travelling?
2. Whom do you often spend the holiday with?
3. What kind of places have you visited in your life?

Part 2
1. Describe a foreign country you have never been to but you would like to visit in
the future.

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You should say:
-where the country is
-when you will go there
-why you would like to go there
and explain why this is a good country to visit.
2. Do you prefer travelling alone or in a group? Why?

Variant 10.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and write true (T) or false (F).

1. Paul Rainer is a student. _________

2. Paul is only talking to students. _________
3. Walking for half an hour is not enough. _________
4. After a break, students take some time to get back to studying. _________
5. At the end, Paul says he is going to tell us about a health
problem he had. _________

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

Entertainment
www.my-blog.com/Jerry's_blog

Hi! I'm Jerry. I'm fourteen, and I live in Kingston. Welcome to my blog!

4th April

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Yesterday I went to the cinema to watch Maleficent, the new film starring Angelina
Jolie. She's my favourite actress! I think she's great! Have you seen the film yet? I've
seen all her Lara Croft films and the Kung Fu Panda films! She's so funny and active
and adventurous! I've been her fan for four years now and I've got posters and
photographs. I've also tried to get her

autograph twice but I haven't been lucky so far. Maybe next time, she comes to
England for a premiere, I'll be able to ask her. What about you? Have you got a
favourite film star? Do you belong to a fan club? Do write and tell me!

Hi Jerry! I've been reading your blog for six months now and I really love it! To answer
your question, my favourite star is Ben Stiller. I find him hilarious! He's such a good
comedian! Have you seen Madagascar? It's my favourite animated film! And Meet the
Fockers and A Night at the Museum! They're so funny! I haven't met him or got his
autograph but my best friend has! He was there at the premiere of Madagascar 3 and
he asked Ben to sign his name on his t-shirt! Lucky guy!

Samantha K., Los Angeles

Great blog, Jerry! I haven't got a favourite film star, but my favourite pop star is Adele.
She's got an amazing voice, hasn’t she? I've collected all her CDs, and I've put up her
posters on the walls of my bedroom. I've been listening to her music for three years
now (I'm fifteen), and I can't wait to listen to her new album when it comes out!

Josie Brown

Hey, Jerry! I'm a huge fan of Owen Wilson and I've actually met him once! I told him
I wanted to be like him and he asked me for my name, signed his name on a poster and
gave me his photograph! I've been a member of his

fan club ever since that day!

Martin, Nebraska

Write ‘R’ for Right, ‘W’ for Wrong or ‘DS’ for Doesn’t Say.

1. Jerry's favourite actress has played in Kung Fu Panda. ______

2. Jerry has managed to get Angelina Jolie's autograph. ___

3. Samantha has been to the premiere of all the Madagascar films. ___

4. Josie has been listening to Adele's music since she was twelve. ___

5. Martin talks to Owen Wilson regularly. ___

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Science and Technology
Read the text and write the headings in the correct spaces.

A nightmare future

Machines are now cleverer than ever before

Who knows?

Intelligent machines will be our friends

Who hasn’t got a smartphone today?

1. ____________________________

We all use computers, smartphones and tablets in our everyday life. The time when
these things were considered luxury items for the elite few is well in the past. But how
is technological progress going to affect our lives in the future?

2. ____________________________

Many think that as computers are becoming smarter and smarter, they will soon take
over several tasks which until now have required human intelligence. Computers or AI
(artificial intelligence) will most probably regulate traffic in the future, control
production in factories, operate delicate machines and drive boats and trains. Some of
these things are no longer part of science fiction but have been happening for the last
thirty years or so. But what will happen as computers evolve further?

3. ________________________

For those of us who have watched the Matrix trilogy, the evolution of computers to
such a degree feels like a nightmare. Are computers going to take over from man? Are
we going to become their slaves sometime in the distant future? Are they going to turn
evil and destroy the Earth?

4. _________________________

Other science fiction works foresee a more favourable future for the human race.
Computers and robots become very intelligent, but they have in-built laws that don’t
allow them to harm people. These intelligent machines are (according to some writers)
going to help mankind conquer space travel and protect it from yet unknown enemy
life forms.

5. __________________________

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What does the future hold for computers, robots and us? Are we going to continue
developing computers, robots and the software that runs them to the point where we,
humans, become completely unnecessary for their survival? We'll just have to wait and
see.
ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Lifestyle
Fashion trends are difficult to follow these days and it’s widely believed that they
primarily exist just to sell clothes. Some people believe that we shouldn’t follow them
and that we should dress in what we like and feel comfortable in.
To what extent do you agree or disagree with this opinion?

Write your essay. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Sport
Part 1
1. What’s your favourite sport?
2. Where did you learn to play this sport?
3. Do you think students need more exercise?

Part 2
1. Describe a sporting event you attended.
You should say:
- what kind of sports event it was
- give details of this event
- how often it takes place
and explain why you consider this event to be interesting.
2. What benefits do international sporting events bring?
3. Is it important for a country to win lots of medals?

Variant 11.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33
Listen and write true (T) or false (F).

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1. Paul Rainer is a student. _________
2. Paul is only talking to students. _________
3. Paul says students should drink more than 2–3 cups of coffee
a day. _________
4. Eating a good breakfast is important. _________
5. Walking for half an hour is not enough. _________

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)

Part 1.

Health
Read the text and write the headings in the correct spaces.

Prevention not protection

Academic investigation

Maturity and understanding

The wrong side of the law

Professional and respectful

1. ______________________

Some people may have to deal with the law more than others in their everyday
activities. Dick Farraday is a crime journalist and former sociology lecturer, and he has
written a book on our relationship with and attitude towards the law. ‘It depends on a
lot of things,’ he begins. ‘Your job, your age, where you come from, or even what your
friends and family think, too.’

2. _____________________

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‘Youngsters often feel that the law is stopping them doing something,’ says Dick. ‘For
example, if the law forbids you to drive or buy a drink because you are too young, this
is seen as a kind of limit or control, and can seem unfair. You haven’t done anything
wrong, but it affects you even though you are innocent of a crime, and can cause young
people to form a negative opinion of the law, even if the law is designed to keep you
out of danger.’

3. _____________________

As you grow older and take on more responsibilities, your relationship with the law
changes. ‘We begin to appreciate how the system protects us rather than punishes us,’
says Daniel. ‘Take the example of driving a car. You might feel punished before you
are allowed to get a license, but when you do get one, you might be pleased to feel that
the other drivers on the road are properly qualified – like you – and not a danger to you
in your own car.’

4. _____________________

Some people are closer to the law than others through work. A policeman spends his
days making sure that the law isn’t broken and people are safe. ‘People involved in the
law in their jobs generally believe the law to be a good thing, and are proud of their
position. There is something special about guarding your fellow citizens and preventing
crime from affecting innocent people,’ explains Daniel.

5. _____________________

Of course, there is another group – those people who choose a career of crime. They
might not respect the law but they fear it. ‘How someone becomes a life-long criminal
is another story,’ says Daniel. ‘But it’s still connected to the same factors – how old
you are, where you live, that sort of thing. The police and the criminal world have a
close relationship but one that is closed to most people.’

Part 2.

Shopping
Ann, 13

I don’t buy expensive things. Some of my classmates love wearing brand names, but I
think it's silly to spend so much money on clothes, especially since I'm still young and
next year my clothes won't even fit me. I usually go shopping with my mum, because
she's got great taste and she knows what suits me and what doesn’t, but it's always me
who makes the final decision. I spend my pocket money on computer games, but again,
I don’t spend much. I prefer to exchange used games with my friends. That way I get
to enjoy more games than I would ever be able to afford.

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Tanya, 16

I love clothes and I love shopping – you could say I'm addicted! I hang out at the
shopping centre with my friends and I always buy something new every week. My
parents are a bit worried and tell me I should spend less, but I don’t want to. I have the
nicest clothes at school and great style and everybody asks me where I buy clothes
from! I don’t have my own credit card yet, but when I get a job in a few years, I'm
definitely going to get one. My favourite sites on the internet are fashion sites of course
and I've also got my own blog where I talk about – what else? – clothes and fashion!

Mark, 15

I never go shopping. It's so boring! My mum gets me my clothes and I just wear them.
I spend most of my time on the basketball court. I hang out with my friends there and
we have fun. I think that consumers should be more aware of what they buy. We live
in a period where people don’t buy what they need, but what they want and that means
we spend time and money on useless things. I believe we should be more aware of what
consumerism does to the environment, too.

Carl, 17

I usually spend a little money on clothes and stuff, but not very often. I like to be in
fashion but I also believe that we should think about whether we need something before
we buy it. Take my sister for example – she’s got a room full of clothes she doesn’t
wear and things she doesn’t use! I don’t want to be like that. I usually do my shopping
in the sales because then I can find good bargains. And I sometimes buy stuff over the
internet, because it's fun and fast.

Read the text and circle the correct words.

1. Ann thinks her mum has got too much money / good taste.

2. Tanya's parents believe that she should change her taste in clothes / shopping habits.

3. Mark believes that consumers should buy only what they want / need.

4. He's worried that buying a lot of things is bad for the environment / consumers.

5. Carl’s sister has more clothes than she needs / buys clothes in the sales.

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 ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Entertainment
A friend of yours has written you an email asking for information about a school
project. Read the part of the email and the notes. Then write an email to your
English-speaking friend answering the questions.

We're doing a project at school on celebrities and their fans. I know you're a big fan
of Johnny Depp, so can you please write back to me?
Why do you like him?
How long have you been his fan?
Are you a member of his fan club?
Have you ever met him?
Which of his films are your favourites and why?

Write your email. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Travelling
Part 1
1. Do you like travelling?
2. Whom do you often spend the holiday with?
3. What kind of places have you visited in your life?

Part 2
1. Describe a foreign country you have never been to but you would like to visit in
the future.
You should say:
-where the country is
-when you will go there
-why you would like to go there
and explain why this is a good country to visit.
2. Do you prefer travelling alone or in a group? Why?

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 Variant 12.
SECTION 1. Listening (15 minutes)

Health
Track 33

Listen and circle A or B, according to what you hear.

1.
A. We wish we could bring you something else to help you.
B. We wish you luck with those, but we think we can bring you something else to
help you.

2.
A. The first advice I’m going to give is to stay off the coffee.
B. The first advice I’m going to give today is about coffee.

3.
A. This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for a matter of minutes only.
B. This sudden load of sugar will give you energy for many more minutes.

4.
A. Friends and family can be very helpful.
B. Friends and family can’t be very helpful.

5.
A. They will have got over their tiredness and can do some more studying.
B. They will have got over-tired and can’t do any more studying.

ANSWERS FOR THE LISTENING

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

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SECTION 2. Reading (30 minutes)
Part 1.

Lifestyle
Read the text and write the words in the correct spaces.

colourful curly dyed plain spiky

Alisha’s Trendy Blog

Hello everyone! Today’s blog is all about fashion and not only fashion in clothes –
wonderful clothes – but also in hairstyles. Let me tell you about the clothes and
hairstyles I like best and then you can give your opinion. First – clothes! Well, I’m the
sort of person who likes (1) ______ clothes. My friends say that isn’t very interesting
but to me, nothing looks better than a casual white T-shirt with a pair of black skinny
jeans. I’m the same about hair. I have long straight hair like they did in the 60s – you
know, like the hippies. Now I want to hear about you. Post your comments below!

Hi Alisha. You’ve got the coolest blog on the internet! I don’t like the same kinds of
clothes as you. I’m probably the biggest fan in the world of dresses – the longer the
better. My favourite is a white and black ankle-length dress I bought last week. I’m
also different from you because I have permed hair, so it’s very (2) _____!

(Natasha 12)

Hello all. I think one of the most important things in my life is to be me. I don’t want
to look like any of my friends. I’m an artistic person and I design my own clothes. I
like (3) _________ clothes – red, blue, orange, purple and lots of big flowers! And my
hair goes with what I wear. I was born with blonde hair, but this week I’ve got (4)
_______ red hair. I put gel in it to make it more (5) ________. My dad hates it!

(Georgina 14)

Hi everyone. I’m posting a comment because you all love fashion. This week at my
school, Fishbourne Secondary School, we’re having the greatest fashion show ever on
8th April! Student models will present all the latest trends in casual wear and
sportswear. And the best part – you can try on all the clothes at the end of the show
when it finishes at 8 pm. My school is at 5 Salem Square and the show starts at 6 pm.
You can get tickets, £5 each, at Dungles Department Store on Giles Street. Hope to see
you there! (Kylie 13)

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Part 2.

People and relationship

Read the text and write the headings in the correct spaces.

Diversity and maturity

Process of selection

Baby steps

Social animal

Family matters

1. _________

We form relationships at several key points in our lives, but perhaps the most important
is the first – the one we form with our mothers. Infants first develop their personalities
through their interaction with their mothers, although this isn’t interaction in the real
sense of the word, as they only slowly form the idea of themselves as individuals. This
development is the first move a child makes in understanding the world as separate
from themselves.

2. __________

Dr Julian Spack, of the Inwood School of Psychology, has outlined the sequence of
relationship-building in a recent study. He claims that the next stage of development is
widening relationships with our immediate relatives. ‘As we grow up, our bodies and
our brains grow, too, as well as our knowledge of the world,’ he says. ‘We reach out
and connect with the next ‘ring’ of our experience, our fathers, brothers and sisters.’

3. __________

It’s at school that we probably form our first relationships outside the home. As we
meet people our own age and begin to learn how to behave as members of a community.
‘This is a kind of bigger family we find ourselves in,’ says Dr Spack. ‘We’re forced to
obey certain rules and mix with the crowd. This peer pressure is a very valuable lesson
we learn in becoming full members of the wider world.’

4. _____________

Dr Spack goes on to describe the cycle of friendships we experience as we move

through school and university as the range and depth of our relations increases. ‘We
move into adulthood through a variety of connections and contacts,’ he tells us. We

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might meet and make many friends or only a few, but the point seems to be the quantity
rather than the quality of our relationships at this point.

5. _____________

By the time we graduate and perhaps begin our first job, most of the patterns of our
relationships are established, according to Doctor Spack. The rest of the process is
making better and better choices. ‘There is a type of person we are looking for in every
situation, and there are types of person we reject in any given situation, too,’ says Dr
Spack. ‘This is how we make our important, life-long relationships, by starting off on
a solid basis.’

Complete each sentence with one or two words from the text.

1. The __________ between mother and baby helps the child to develop his or her
personality.

2. The mother-baby relationship is the first in a ________ of relationships.

3. At school children learn to function within a wider _____________.

4. At school and university we increase the range ___________ of our relationships

with others.

5. At the beginning of our working life we are able to improve the __________ we
make as regards our relationships.

ANSWERS FOR THE READING

Part 1 Part 2

1 1

2 2

3 3

4 4

5 5

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SECTION 3. Writing (40 minutes)

Sport
You recently took part in a sporting event. Write a letter to an English-speaking
friend describing the event.
Describe how you prepared for it, what happened and how you feel about it now.
Mention any other news you have as well.

Write your letter. Write between 120 and 150 words.

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SECTION 4. Speaking (10 minutes)

Shopping
Part 1
1. Do you like shopping?
2. What’s your favourite shop?
3. Have you ever bought anything online?
Do you think men and women have different opinions about shopping?

Part 2

1. Describe something special you want to buy in the future.

You should say:
- What is it.
- What it is like.
- When you intend to buy it.
And explain why you want to buy it.
2. Do you think men and women have different opinions about shopping?
3. What do you think are the advantages of buying things on the internet?

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