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For each question, choose the correct answer A, B or C

1:

A. All the pizzas in the restaurant are included in this offer.

B. Any pizza ordered before 7 p.m. costs less than the usual price.
C. At certain times, a customer can get two pizzas for the price of one.
2:

A. The lecture will cover some surprising facts about sweets.

B. People will be asked to discuss their favorite childhood sweets at the lecture.
C. The lecture will be about how sweet shops have changed over the last century.
3:

A. Put the sauce in your refrigerator as soon as you bring it home.

B. Eat the sauce a maximum of six weeks after you start using it.
C. Make a note of the date when you bought the sauce.
4:

A. You must intend to study for a certain period to have the free session.
B. The teacher is offering lessons to anyone interested in trying the drums.
 C. To attend these classes, students must already be at a certain level.
5:

A. Students can take advantage of special offers at the college shop at the moment.
B. Students must go to the college shop to buy certain items for their studies.
C. Students may visit the college shop at lunchtime every day except Monday.
6:

A. His furniture is not made in an old-fashioned style.

B. You can contact him any time you like.
C. The items he has got are not all in perfect condition.
7:

A. If you wish to become a member of the tennis club, ask at Reception.

B. You’re not permitted to use this equipment unless you have club membership.
C. Non-members must bring their own equipment to use in these courts.
8:

A. Our staff can let you know about what we’ve used to make our dishes.
B. Read the information on our menu if you need to avoid eating certain ingredients.
 C. Tell your waiter if you’d prefer something different from what’s on the menu.
9:

A. All items can be placed in the same recycling bin.

B. Recycling center staff will clean items for recycling.
C. Certain items need to be washed before they are recycled.
10:

A. Students must register quickly because places at the event are limited.
B. Students should go to the talk if they need help applying for a job.
C. Students of any year group are able to come to the careers talk.
11:

A. Students will be working outdoors during their next art class.

B. Students must produce their next picture using painting software.
C. Students should do some research before the next session.
12:

A. The door will open after you ring the bell.

B. You can open the door after ringing the bell.
C. Someone will open the door when you ring the bell.

13:
 A. Tom can’t go to the concert and wants Claire to use his ticket.
B. Tom will get Claire a ticket unless she tells him not to.
C. Tom wants Claire to get a concert ticket for him.
14:

A. If you haven’t paid for Thursday’s trip, you should go to the office.
B. You can get the money you paid for Thursday’s trip from the office.
C. The trip which was canceled will now take place on Thursday.
15:

A. Luke’s mother should decide today if she can fetch the computer from the shop.
B. Luke’s mother needs to collect her computer from the shop by 5.30 today.
C. Luke is offering to collect the computer from the shop for his mother.
16:

A. Use the side entrance if the front entrance is closed.

B. Use either entrance if you want to buy a bicycle.
C. Use the side entrance if your bicycle needs mending.
17:
 A. Bella thinks Stefan has taken her hat.
B. Bella thinks she has found Stefan’s hat.
C. Bella thinks Stefan has lost his homework.

18:

A. Pablo and Marco often go to the sports centre together.

B. Marco goes to the sports centre every week.
C. Pablo sometimes goes to the sports centre on Tuesday.
19:

A. The swimming pool opens at 7 on Sundays.

B. The swimming pool opens early at weekends.
C. The swimming pool opens at 6.30 every day.
20:

A. Maria likes the changing room.

B. Maria meets her friends in the café.
C. Maria eats outdoors.
PART 2: MULTIPLE CHOICE
Which one would be the most suitable for each person? For each question, choose the
correct answer A, B or C.
21: Karen likes pop music and dancing in discos, and she would like to find a hotel where she
can swim every day. She also enjoys using a gym.

A. The Riviera Hotel is a family hotel in the city with its own swimming pool and
gym where guests can keep fit. There is a disco in the hotel every night and it also
has two restaurants.

B. The Spring Hotel is a family hotel with a new swimming pool in the centre of the
city. It is near all the famous buildings and art galleries. The hotel arranges coach
tours to other towns.

C. Grand Hotel is a large hotel in the centre of the city. It has evening entertainment
including a disco twice a week. There are coach trips to the mountains.

22: Ahmed enjoys reading about real people, especially if they tell their own stories. He’d like
to read a book by someone who’s had to deal with difficulties in their life.

A. Endless Days
In this book, the novelist tells the true story of the first pilots to fly across the
Atlantic. With plenty of photographs and a detailed discussion of the importance of
these events for the modern world, the book successfully brings history to life for
readers everywhere.

B. Night Light
In Night Light, the writer tells us how he became a world-class athlete. He talks about
his life as a blind person and describes the challenges he faced on his way to the top in
the world of sports. The book is written in an entertaining and amusing style, which
makes it a very enjoyable read.

C. Being Me
This book is full of practical advice for anyone who wants to be fit and healthy.
Famous sportspeople have contributed their favourite recipes, and you’ll also find
instructions for a daily exercise routine.

23: Conal loves nature and enjoys writing about it. He wants ideas to help him further
develop his writing skills and would love to have a career as a writer.

A. Days in the Sun

In this book, a well-known author describes his happy early life growing up on a small
Irish farm and how travelling around the countryside inspired him to become an author. He
describes in detail how he improved his style, and his experiences will interest anyone who
is hoping to get their own work published.
 B. Action Plan
Action Plan is all about famous athletes, and there are some amazing photos of them
competing. There are also lots of interviews about what they've done to succeed in their
careers. You'll find out about things like the food they eat, the number of hours they train,
and what they do to prepare for important competitions.

C. Our Lives
This is the perfect book if you're interested in how people live in different parts of the
world. It also includes recipes for traditional meals from these places. There are
wonderful photos, not only of the people, but also of the wildlife and scenery in each
location.

24: Mario is interested in how the way he gets to work affects the environment, and wants
ideas to reduce any negative effects. He’d like to meet local people who share his interest in
the environment.

A. worldaware.org
Most people want to know what they can do to help protect our world. This site has
everything you need to know about recycling: why it’s important around the world, and
how to get rid of items safely in your local area without harming the environment.

B. cleanplanet.org
Discover how waste plastic, glass and metal are turned into new products, and watch clips
showing different methods used around the world. There's also a section about how much
attention various fashion companies pay to their effect on the environment. Use it to keep
up with new trends!

C. eco.org
Contact others who also care about environmental issues and find information about
international groups; search for one to join in your area. You can also find out if your
choice of transport damages the planet. If so, try the easy changes to your routine suggested
here.

25: Sylvia is keen to know what she can do with items she doesn’t need, rather than throw
them away. She’d like the opportunity to ask environmental experts about their work.

A.
pianetmatters.org
Learn about what top scientists involved in research to protect our planet do day to day,
as well as about their latest discoveries. There’s a message board so you can post
questions to them - you’ll always get a quick reply. There’s also a recycling section -
find different uses for things that you might otherwise put in the bin.
 B.
futurenow.org
Find answers here about how much energy is used around the planet. And if you’re
planning a journey, put in your route to compare the energy used by different types of
transport, and choose the one that’s best for the environment.

C. globaleco.org
This site explores the importance of energy in our daily lives, and also different ways of
generating it without using oil or gas, for example by using wind power instead. There
are links to UK companies that use these renewable energies, so you can find out more
about what they do.

26: Yoshiko wants to see a castle that people are still living in. She loves visiting beautiful
gardens, and would like to explore interesting places in the castle.
A. Castle Hemsworth's guides, dressed in historical costumes, give visitors information
about the traditional castle building, towers and gardens. Wild horses live nearby. Inside,
the castle looks unchanged, with old furniture and portraits of people who've lived here.

B. Durston Castle has a valuable art collection, secret tunnels - one leading to the beach -
and visitors mustn’t miss the unusual rooms deep beneath the castle walls. Because the
building is the Durston family’s home, some parts cannot be visited - but you can sit on
the grass under the trees and admire the flower beds and fountains. There’s a play area for
children too.

C. Experts at the ruins of Carston Castle will show you around and give you information -
and offer you 17th-century snacks! Hear how the building was once the scene of famous
battles, and is now home to a variety of wildlife. And from the south side, there are
fantastic sea views.

27: Kerim wants somewhere with a great historical atmosphere, with typical food from the
past to try, and people dressed in costume. He’d also like to see art that’s been in the castle for
centuries.
A. Chartsmouth Castle was once owned and lived in by kings. Visitors love exploring
the rooms, some of which have hidden tunnels. You can see the sea from the top of the
walls, and younger visitors will love the outdoor games.

B. At Castle Woodward, experience what life was like at the time it was built. Staff
wear clothes typical of the time, and offer everyone tasty snacks made using recipes
from different periods of history. Inside, the walls are covered with original paintings
of the generations of people who’ve lived in the castle.
 C. Rushford is an old castle on the coast which is a popular local attraction. The
Rushford Castle café in the walls serves food typical of the castle’s history. Inside,
there are beautiful rooms with antique tables and clocks. Outside, visitors can see a
wide variety of wildlife.

28: Oumar wants to go to a show that’s a bit frightening. He’d like to see a story set in the
past and realistic costumes from the period.
A. Tiger Prince
The Tiger Prince leaves his jungle home and comes to the city in this fabulous musical.
The story isn’t particularly original but the computer-controlled light show goes
perfectly with the amazing dance routines to make this a must-see show.

B. The Amazing Mr. Mason

This unusual musical is based on a famous story written over 400 years ago. The hero
falls in love with a princess who's forced to move to another country. There's quite a
lot of speaking for a musical, but the ending's a surprising pleasure.

C. Mary Wright
The two well-known lead actors in this 16th-century drama are surprisingly good
dancers, and the music creates quite a scary atmosphere. The clothes by top designer
Jean- Luc Filbert are historically accurate and look absolutely wonderful.

29: Erika wants to see a show with music which has famous actors in the lead roles. She’d
like it to be based on a book and contain many different types of music.
A.
Keeping Time
Keeping Time is based on the real-life story of the popular group Marcellus, and
includes their best work. We see how having members from three different
continents allowed them to create songs using music from each place. Unusually,
there’s a ballet in this show, but it goes surprisingly well with their music.

B. The End of Summer

You’ve probably read the novel which this musical comedy takes its story from, but
you won’t recognize the songs, as they were specially written for the show. Several
songwriters were needed, due to the wide variety of music the producers wanted. The
stars, who you’ll probably recognize from TV, are fantastic.

C. The Final Whistle

If you’re tired of serious dramas and dull love stories, why not give this laugh-a-
minute show a try? The true story of basketball player Andy Hammond is cleverly
told. Despite being advertised as a musical show, it actually has very few songs.
You’ll love all the brilliant jokes and entertaining conversations.
30: Clara is a grandmother who wants a basic phone that is easy to manage. She needs good
storage for all the photos she receives of her grandchildren! Clara has £150 for her new
phone.
A.

B.

C.

31: Sam is 14. He can spend between £400 on new mobile for his birthday. Sam likes to
browse the internet and check social media on his phone. He’s also crazy about gaming.
A.
 B.

C.

32: Kasia is 14. On Saturday, she has to wait an hour for a train home after her violin lesson.
She wants to spend that time in a quiet café close to the station where she can read her book
while enjoying tea and delicious cakes.
A.
Tilly's Tea-Shop
This is the perfect place to get away from the noise of the city. It's conveniently
located between the museum and the railway station and serves the best-baked goods
in town. They play gentle classical music there. You can choose from 20 types of tea
and relax.

B. Quick & Cool

As the name suggests, this is where you should come if you want quick food in a cool
place. Quick & Cool only opens at the weekends, but it fills up fast so get there early!
Enjoy hip-hop on the loud speakers and order some spicy chicken wings. You won’t
wait long at Quick & Cool.

C. Luigi’s
Open Monday to Friday, Luigi’s is popular with people who work in the city because
it’s close to the train station. It can be noisy, but it’s very friendly and the service is
quick. Visit Luigi’s if you want to try their homemade pies and excellent hot drinks.

33: Karl and Omar are best friends. They’re trying to find a new café that they can go to after
school every day. They want a place with a good atmosphere. They both enjoy loud music!
They also like cheap fast food.
A. Sunshine Café
This is a wonderful new café which, so far, is very popular with young people. It’s just a short
walk from the college and offers a wide choice of soups and sandwiches at very reasonable
prices. The best thing about the Sunshine Café is its outdoor seating area. Here you can have
some fun in the sun.
 B. Burger Basement
Although is in a basement, this brilliant café is bright and exciting. Lights of many different
colours hang from the ceiling, and everyone sings along with the pop and rock songs. It’s not a
quiet place, but it is fun. You won’t believe the low cost of the chips and burgers!

C. Healthy Henry's
There’s a Healthy Henrys café in Almost every town I know. Our one is located close to the
park and it’s always busy. Everything is made from the freshest ingredients available ... it’s nice
to enjoy food that you know is good for you. The prices are pretty fair, too.

34: Yoko is interested in art and craft. She’d like to go to a small museum where she can see
things being made and buy some unusual gifts for her friends.
A. Chocolate Museum
Watch a video about the history of chocolate, then visit the shop and choose from
our huge selection of chocolate items. A great place for the whole family.

B. City Museum
This weekend: dinosaur drawing for children aged 4 to 8 (adults, please stay, you
can take part in the activities, too). Making a pyramid and watching a video about
ancient Egypt for children aged 9 to 10. For children aged 12, we have tablets
with the new museum app imagine: you can look at sites where dinosaur bones
have been found as if you were there, you can select tools to use and even make
real discoveries. Every activity is free of charge.

C. The Glass Place

Read about the history of glass-making. Watch a glass-making demonstration and
visit the gift shop where you can buy amazing glass items, including jewellery.
Our new collection has just arrived. There are earrings, bracelets and rings. All
designs are original and unique.

35: Lisa is doing a history project at school. She wants to visit a general history museum
before she decides what period of history to study. She’d like to have a look at all the different
times in history worldwide.
A. Time Museum
If you enjoy global history, come and visit us! Start by exploring the ancient world of
Egypt and end by watching a video about Asia’s most recent inventions. You can
access timelines for specific regions with our new software. This interactive learning
experience will let you travel through time. There's something for everyone.

B. Fun Science
Learn about science and have fun at the same time. Do experiments and find out things
for yourself. Try the rocket simulator or watch a 3D film on stars and planets. Interact
with sound, electricity, light and the elements at the different science fun labs and
collect stamps on your science passport. When you reach the exit, you can get a Fun
Young Scientist badge for your backpack.
 C. History Museum: Looking Back
Looking Back is a special exhibition that explores the history of the past 100 years
looking at houses, schools, shops, work and developments in transport. There are
recordings in each exhibit with interviews with local people who tell their stories. If
you ever wondered what life was like in the past, come and visit this spectacular
exhibition.

36: Jake enjoys watching fast-moving and entertaining films. He’d like to watch something
really up-to-date. A new action film or a new comedy would be the best choice for him.
A. Strangers Meet
This movie is as original and exciting today as it was 50 years ago. The story is about of
history two men who meet by chance at a football match and agree to commit a crime. It's
a piece and one of the best crime stories you will find.

B. Politics And Presidents

This film documents the history of American politics and presidents starting from
Abraham Lincoln and going right up to the current president. There is original
footage of significant moments in American history as well as interviews with various
politicians of the past. A must-buy if you’re interested in American history

C. How lt Began
This great movie has only just been released. The film tells the story of how a simple
robbery at a jeweller’s shop turns into an international spying game. It’s an exciting and
original story that you won't be able to stop watching.

37: Mara enjoys watching international sports. She’s interested in its history but would like a
good balance of talk and play. She loves listening to famous stars talking about their technical
abilities and motivation techniques.
A. Across The World: A Three-part Series
Each of these outstanding series is divided into topics which include European football,
South American football and much more. The series includes interviews with all-time
greats such as Pele, Maradona, Beckham, Messi and Ronaldo, plus highlights of every
World Cup Final So far.

B. The Best Of: What's New?

What’s new is an extremely funny programme which checks people’s knowledge of the
news. Guests on the show include comedians and sports personalities as well as
journalists and politicians. This show picks out the funniest moments as well as the best
Stories of the year.

C. An International Sound
This is an amazing documentary that follows the history of music right across the world:
from folk music to jazz, from a traditional tribal sound to acid house and funk. There are
artists from each continent. There's something for everyone to enjoy.

38: Chan is interested in politics and likes to find out about current affairs. He’d prefer
something light that can make him laugh and help him relax. He doesn’t like romantic movies
or drama. He doesn’t mind a good quiz show or a game show.
 A. Changing Direction
Sit back and watch the secrets of directors Spielberg, Tarantino, Hitchcock and
more. Learn what made them different and how they changed the path of film-
making forever. Some of the footage compares the equipment directors used at
the beginning of their careers with what they use today for filming. This is a
super documentary that young and old will find fascinating.

B. The Best Of: What's New?

What’s new is an extremely funny programme which checks people’s
knowledge of the news. Guests on the show include comedians and sports
personalities as well as journalists and politicians. This show picks out the
funniest moments as well as the best Stories of the year.

C. A Fascinating Story
This documentary is an amazing look at the secret life of the snow leopard.
The filming is excellent and the narration is fascinating. You'll find out about
the snow leopards' habits, how they’re threatened and what is being done to
save them. You can learn about the latest conservation programmes that the
Biodiversity Trust is working on.

39: Ben, aged 8, and Erica, aged 12, are going to a museum with their aunt, Marilyn. Ben and
Erica love learning new things and they really like doing creative activities. Luckily, Marilyn
likes these things, too! She wants to find a museum that they can all enjoy together.
A. City Museum
This weekend: dinosaur drawing for children aged 4 to 8 (adults, please stay,
you can take part in the activities, too). Making a pyramid and watching a video
about ancient Egypt for children aged 9 to 10. For children aged 12, we have
tablets with the new museum app imagine: you can look at sites where dinosaur
bones have been found as if you were there, you can select tools to use and even
make real discoveries. Every activity is free of charge.

B. Natural History: Dinosaurs

We have a new exhibition of moving dinosaur models for adults and young
people. Not recommended for children aged eight and under as the dinosaurs are
very noisy and a bit frightening!

C. Transport Museum
We have an exhibition on transport through the ages from ancient Greece to
the 21st century. A great place to visit if you like trains, planes and
automobiles! Don’t miss it! It’s a wonderful journey through history.

40: Joe is mostly interested in films about true, historic events. His favorites are about well-
known people, especially those whose lives were changed by their experiences.
A. The Island
This is a romantic film partly filmed on a beautiful Pacific island. What's special about
this film is the quality of the acting. The audience really sees the couple's happiness when
they are together and feels the sadness of the conclusion.
B. Tree Of Life
A beautiful documentary about the difficulties of life for the inhabitants of the Brazilian
Amazon Rainforest. It’s a surprising film, made almost entirely of interviews with local
people, recorded as they toured North America to tell people about the damage being done
to their environment.

C. Aim For The Stars

This story is about the very first people to fly to the moon. It looks into the lives of some
of the people involved in this important event, particularly Buzz Aldrin, the second man to
step onto the moon’s surface. This may be a true story, but there's enough drama in it to
keep most people interested. The last part of the film is quite unexpected.