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SECTION ONE: LISTENING
Part 1. For each question, decide whether the statement is TRUE or FALSE. Tick (√) the correct boxes.
You will listen to the recording twice. (3 pts)
STATEMENTS TRUE FALSE
1. Toothpaste was invented about 1600 years ago.
2. The earliest people who used toothpaste were Ancient Greeks.
3. Ancient Greeks used some ingredients similar to those in modern toothpaste.
4. Umbrellas appeared in ancient sculptures of the Greeks and Persians.
5. The umbrella used to symbolise high social class.
6. The umbrella was first used to protect people from the sun.
Part 2. For each question, choose the correct answer A, B, or C. You will listen to the recording twice. (2 pts)
5. Which is John’s purpose of seeing Steve?
A. He wants to know more about the manufacturing condition of Lintel.
B. He wants to understand the manufacturing process in Lintel.
C. He wants to know more about the financial flows in Lintel.
6. Which is NOT mentioned as a stage of the Lintel’s production process?
A. Receiving customer-order information.
B. Ordering materials from suppliers.
C. Transporting the finished products.
7. How is Lintel controlling the quality of the raw materials?
A. Limiting the quantity of purchased materials.
B. Working with the Quality Control group.
C. Issuing the quality requirements.
8. What is the Material Request form used for?
A. Ordering new materials from the suppliers.
B. Transporting new materials from suppliers to Lintel.
C. Moving materials from department to department.
1. ………. 2. ………. 3. ………. 4. ……….
Part 3. Listen and fill in the blank with the missing information. (10 pts)
This is the public service announcement for the heart-to-heart (1) … . We are a non-profit organization that helps people in
(2) … . As the Tet holiday approaches, we’re asking you to think of those in our (3) … who need help. Even today, we have
(4) … problems in our community. Many children and adults are (5) …, cold and sick every day. Our goal here at the heart-to-
heart charity is to help those people. To do this, we need your help. To help, you can do one of three (6) … things. First, you
can donate food and clothes to our organization. Your food and clothing will go (7) … to someone who needs it. Second, you
can donate money to our organization. We will only use your money to buy food, clothes and (8) … for the needy. Or last,
you can donate your time and work in the office. We always need new (9) … . Your donation of any kind will always be
welcome. So please contact us at 15 Hartan Street. We’re (10) … from 8:30 AM to 10 PM every day.
1. ………………… 2. ………………… 3. ………………… 4. ………………… 5. …………………
6. ………………… 7. ………………… 8. ………………… 9. ………………… 10. …………………
SECTION TWO: PHONOLOGY
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. (5 pts)
1. A. absolute B. remember C. cucumber D. climber …………
2. A. smooth B. worth C. cloth D. myth …………
3. A. cities B. caches C. raises D. washes …………
4. A. burden B. university C. surprise D. versatile…………
5. A. preference B. exploration C. definition D. requirement …………
II. Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from the others. (5 pts)
6. A. engineer B. lemonade C. socialism D. referee …………
7. A. magician B. disaster C. chaotic D. advertise …………
8. A. inactivity B. operation C. horizontal D. military …………
9. A. technique B. offer C. channel D. narrow …………
10. A. temperature B. mausoleum C. biological D. advantageous …………
SECTION THREE: VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR
I. Choose the correct answer (A, B, C, or D) to each of the following questions. (10 pts)
1. I read the report again and again _____ avoiding making spelling mistakes.
A. with a view to B. on account of C. by means of D. in terms of …………
2. On Sundays in England most shops are closed and _____ the theatres and cinemas.
A. so are B. neither are C. are too D. so aren’t …………
3. Television came into _____ and became a competitor with the motion pictures.
A. practice B. enforcement C. use D. life …………
4. It’s a matter of life and death. As a consequence, we will give it serious _____.
A. reviews B. thoughts C. opinions D. consideration …………
5. Taking photographs in this world renowned museum is _____ forbidden.
A. absolutely B. highly C. seriously D. strictly …………
6. _____ the hard evidence against him, the jury had no option but to find him guilty.
A. Given that B. In view of C. In regard to D. With a view to …………
7. Of the ten beauty spots my brother visited, _____ left a lasting impression on him.
A. none of which B. not one of them C. which none D. and none of them …………
8. With three days to _____ before the final examination, he had to digest such a lot of facts.
A. go B. come C. remain D. spare …………
9. Parents play a _____ role in a child’s upbringing, especially during the formative years.
A. supporting B. crucial C. starring D. title …………
10. You can talk to him until you are _____ in the face, but he still won’t understand.
A. white B. green C. yellow D. blue …………
11. Carbon emissions from airplanes and other pollutants greatly _____ to global warming.
A. attribute B. stem C. contribute D. spark …………
12. The result is impossible to predict with any degree of _____.
A. certainty B. assurance C. insurance D. probability …………
13. _____ different in character we are, we have been mutual friends since our childhood.
A. However B. Despite being C. Although D. Whatever …………
14. _____ that you should drink at least eight glasses of water a day.
A. The medical evidence we suggest B. Based on medical evidence, it suggests …………
C. Medically, we suggest evidence D. There is no medical evidence to suggest
15. The mini dress was _____, but now it is making a comeback.
A. once a fad thought to be finished B. once thought to be a finished fad …………
C. a fad once thought to be finished D. a fad thought to be once finished
16. Pete: If you ask me, action movies are great. Margaret: _____
A. You can say that again! B. Never mind! …………
C. That’s that. D. Sure. It’s my pleasure.
17. "Hello? Alice? This is Jeff. How are you?”
“Jeff? What a coincidence! I _____ about you when the phone rang."
A. was just thinking B. have just been thinking …………
C. just thought D. was just thought
18. We have a/n _____ to use when it rains.
A. small, old, purple umbrella B. purple, small, old umbrella …………
C. old, purple, small umbrella D. small, purple, old umbrella
19. The streets _____ to the city centre on Christmas Eve _____ with people and traffic.
A. led - packed B. leading - were packed …………
C. which leading - pack D. to lead - packing
20. The best magnifying glasses can make things _____.
A. look 10 to 20 times larger than they actually are …………
B. look larger 10 to 20 times than they are actually
C. 10 to 20 times larger than they are actually
D. look larger than 10 to 20 times they are actually
II. Give the correct tense or form of the verbs in brackets to complete the sentences. (5 pts)
6. In a report (submit) to the government, scientists recommended that the building of the bridge (stop).
7. You (tell) me you couldn’t come to the concert before I (order) the tickets.
8. I’m afraid by the time she (get) to the airport, the plane (take) off.
9. Before you (mention) him, I (never hear) of that author.
10. This time next week, we (tour) Europe, (have) a good time.
1. …………………………. …………………………. 4. …………………………. ………………………….
2. …………………………. …………………………. 5. …………………………. ………………………….
3. …………………………. ………………………….
III. Supply the correct form of the words in brackets to complete each of the following sentences. (5 pts)
11. Thousands of people are living in (MISERABLE) after the earthquake. ………………………….
12. It’s really difficult to (DIFFER) between politeness and real kindness. ………………………….
13. I’ve just got a letter from the (PERSON) department. It’s good news! ………………………….
14. Mind your language, you guys. It is (EXCUSE) rude. ………………………….
15. (LEAD) skill is the one skill that can grant you the opportunity to get a good job. ………………………….
16. The monument was erected in (REMEMBER) of the fallen soldiers for posterity. ………………………….
17. Being a career woman, Angelina devoted herself exclusively to (FAR) her career. ………………………….
18. He is very generous and everyone admired his (SELF). ………………………….
19. We should learn all the new words by heart in order to (RICH) our vocabulary. ………………………….
20. (ENVIRONMENT) are very worried about increased deforestation.………………………….
IV. Fill each blank with a suitable preposition or adverb particle. (10 pts)
11. She was very angry ...................... being treated ...................... a child.
12. He went to Cambodia ...................... the aim ...................... finding a well-paid job.
13. The management came up ...................... a lot of criticism for the way they dealt ...................... the situation.
14. Jessica came ...................... with flu while she was ...................... a trip to Ireland.
15. This bread smells ...................... fish! It must have gone ...................... .
16. All men ...................... 18 and 25 ...................... exception are expected to serve in the army during war time.
17. Police are warning the public to be ...................... the alert ...................... suspicious packages.
18. His father works ...................... an oil rig far out ...................... sea.
19. Will you keep an eye ...................... the luggage. I’ll be back ...................... a minute.
20. The problem is ...................... my understanding. I know nothing ...................... it.
V. Identify one error in each sentence and get it right. (5 pts)
11. Improving your health, you’d better try to do regular exercise.
A B C D
1. The wooden fence surrounded the factory is beginning to deteriorate from rain.
A B C D
2. I think it would be easier to hold the audience’s attention if you had a slide show along to the lecture.
A B C D
3. Because it was structurally unsafe, the 75-years-old building had to be pulled down.
A B C D
4. When we go on vacation, we prefer swimming, go sightseeing and lying on the beach.
A B C D
5. This telephone isn’t so cheap as other one, but it works much better.
A B C D
0. … A….. ….. To improve …... 3. ……….. ……………………….
1. ……….. ………………………. 4. ……….. ……………………….
2. ……….. ………………………. 5. ……….. ……………………….
Part 2.
You will hear a radio anFalseuncer giving details about a local Motor Show. For each question, fill in the missing
information in the spaces. Write NO MORE THAN THREE words and/or a number. (5 pts)
Eastbrook Motor Show
Part 3.
Look at the questions for this part. You will hear a man called Steve and a woman called Caroline talking about
summer jobs. Decide if each sentence is True, or False. (5 pts)
0. Steve hasn’t arranged any work for the summer yet.
A. True B. False …. A ….
1. Caroline’s work will allow her to have free time during the day.
A. True B. False ………….
2. Caroline’s work will be located in a city.
A. True B. False ………….
3. Caroline found out about the job from the Internet.
A. True B. False ………….
4. Caroline says that work at music festivals is badly paid.
A. True B. False ………….
5. Caroline does Falset have to pay for her accommodation.
A. True B. False ………….
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SECTION ONE: LISTENING
Part 1. You will hear a conversation between Jake and Ashley about clothes Jake might need in his trip.
Listen carefully and answer the following questions. You will listen twice. (5 pts)
1. What does the man plan to wear during the summer months?
A. A cool hat B. Casual shoes C. Light pants
2. What is one thing the man is NOT going to pack for the winter season?
A. A coat B. Some sweaters C. A jacket
3. What is the weather like in the spring?
A. It’s windy. B. It’s rainy. C. It’s cool.
4. What is an example of an occasion where the man might need formal clothes?
A. A party
B. A business meeting
C. A wedding
5. What did the man wear to his high school graduation?
A. Jeans and tennis shoes
B. A casual shirt and tie
C. A suit and dress shoes
1. ………… 2. ………… 3. ………… 4. ………… 5. …………
Part 2. You will hear a conversation between a boy and a girl about their planning.
Listen carefully and decide if the following statements are True or False? You will listen twice. (5 pts)
Statements True False
1. They will visit the zoo first in the morning.
2. They choose a restaurant downtown for lunch.
3. The girl is interested in going shopping.
4. They have much cash, so they do not need to use their credit card.
5. They intend to walk down to the seashore.
Part 3. Listen and fill in the blanks with the missing words.
In countries around the world, people meet and greet each other in (1) ways. In Finland, people greet each other with a (2). Close friends
and family members often (3) when they meet. In Japan, people usually bow when (4) each other. When greeting family or friends, a
small head bow is used. But when greeting a (5), people are expected to use a deeper, longer bow to show respect. In Korea, when men
greet (6), they bow and shake hands. But women do not often shake hands. Like in Viet Nam, when you (7) someone with his or her full
name, the family name comes first, then the first name. In the United States, when people meet each other for the first time, they shake
hands. Hugging and kissing are best (8) for friends and family members in (9) situations. In (10), men usually kiss women, but men
kissing other men is not common.
1. ………………… 2. ………………… 3. ………………… 4. …………………
5. ………………… 6. ………………… 7. ………………… 8. …………………
9. ………………… 10. …………………
Part 2. (5 pts)
You will hear a recorded message about an arts festival. For each question, put a tick in the correct box.
0. The festival takes place from _____.
A. √12 to 18 May B. 12 to 20 √√ C. 12 to 28 May
1. What is on at the Theatre Royal on 19 May?
A. jazz B. opera C. classical music
2. During lunchtime jazz concerts at the Corn Exchange they sell _____.
A. soft drinks and sandwiches
B. wine and sandwiches
C. soft drinks and light meals
3. What is on at the cathedral?
A. music B. poetry C. films
4. What does the festival programme offer at Ickworth?
A. a walk and a book reading
B. a concert and a meal
C. a walk and a concert
5. You can’t use a credit card if you book _____.
A. by post B. by fax C. by telephone
Part 3. (5 pts)
Look at the six questions for this part. You will hear a man called Steve and a woman called Caroline talking about
summer jobs. Decide if each sentence is True or False. Put a tick in the appropriate column.
Sentences True False
0 Steve hasn’t arranged any work for the summer yet. √
1 Caroline’s work will allow her to have free time during the day.
III. Fill each blank in the following passage with ONE suitable word. (10 pts)
The English Language
Today English is, without doubt, the world’s (0) ...most... important language. One out of ten people speak it as their mother
(1) … and it has a larger vocabulary than any other language. English belongs to the IndoEuropean family of languages, (2)
… developed from a parent language first spoken about five thousand years ago in central-northern Europe. From there, it
spread to the (3) … of Europe and the Middle East, and over time if developed into a series of new tongues. One of them
was Primitive Germanic, which later split into old English, Dutch, German and the Scandinavian languages. Old English was
later heavily (4) … by French following the Norman invasion in the eleventh century. Then, in the sixteenth century, due to
the invention of printing, the increase (5) … opportunities for education and the growth of international trade and
communication, this form of English, which is known (6) … Middle English, changed into the (7) … we now speak, Modern
English. Language change continues to the present day, although (8) … 1800 the major area of change has been in
vocabulary (9) … than grammar. Events such as the Industrial Revolution and the two world wars are among the reasons for
the expansion of vocabulary. (10) … factor is the growing influence of the media.
1. ………………… 2. ………………… 3. ………………… 4. ………………… 5. …………………
6. ………………… 7. ………………… 8. ………………… 9. ………………… 10. …………………
II. Rewrite each sentence so that it means the same as the original one, using the word given in brackets. You must
use between THREE and FIVE words, including the word given. (5 pts)
11. Alan prides himself on being such a good player. (takes)
Alan ............................................................ such a good player.
12. The job received over a hundred applications. (applied)
Over a hundred .......................................................... the job.
13. Without tourism, this area wouldn’t have much income. (depends)
This area ................................................................ its income.
14. I’m sure he didn’t do well on the final test. (can’t)
He ........................................................... the final test.
15. Despite knowing the area well, I got lost. (even)
I got lost .................................................. the area well.
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SECTION ONE: LISTENING (15 pts)
Part 1. Listen to the recording and choose the correct answers to the questions. (5 pts)
1. Mozart lived in the _____ century.
A. 16th B. 17th C. 18th D. 19th
2. During his life, he composed more than _____ pieces of music.
A. 600 B. 60 C. 6000 D. 60000
3. He was born in _____.
A. 1765 B. 1675 C. 1756 D. 1657
4. His father taught the _____ and was a composer.
A. violin B. guitar C. drums D. piano
5. He wrote the first pieces of music when he was _____.
A. eight B. five C. four D. nine
Part 2. Now listen again and fill in the blanks with the missing information. (5 pts)
Wolfgang Amadeusz Mozart
Wolfgang Amadeusz Mozart was a composer and a musician. He lived in 18th century. He is one of the most important
composers in the history of music. (1), he composed more than six hundred pieces of music, including symphonies, piano
concertos, operas and choral music.
He was born in Salzburg, a beautiful city in Austria. He was born in 1756 into a musical family. His father was a musician. He
played in an orchestra, taught the violin and was a composer. Mozart started the (2) when he was 3 years old. He wrote the
first pieces of music when he was five years old. When he was six years old, Mozart and his family went on tours in Europe
for about ten years. He met (3) and studied the best composers. He met Johan Bach in London in 1764. Mozart moved to
Vienna, the capital city of Austria. He composed some of his best pieces of music. Mozart composed “The Marriage of
Figaro” and “The Magic Flute”, two of (4) operas in the world. Now, Wolfgang Amadeusz Mazart is one of the most important
influences on classical music and students from (5) study his work. Nowadays, movies, TV commercials, concerts and mobile
phone ringtones use his music. Lots of music experts say Mozart was a genius. Mozart is fantastic!
1. ……………………………… 2. ……………………………… 3. ………………………………
4. ……………………………… 5. ………………………………
Part 3. Listen and choose Yes or No for each of the following sentences. (5 pts)
Look at the six sentences for this part. You will hear a conversation between a boy, Jim, and his mother.
Decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.
If it is correct, put a tick (√) in the box under A for YES. If it is not correct, put a tick (√) in the box under B for NO.
Sentences A B
0 Jim’s bicycle needs to be mended. √
1 He’s keen to start saving money.
2 His mother thinks a mountain bike is suitable for their area.
3 She encourages Jim to manage his money better.
4 His mother offers to lend him some money.
5 Jim is disappointed by his mother’s suggestion.
II. Rewrite each sentence so that it means the same as the original one, using the word given in brackets. (5 pts)
1. We have run out of the item you want. (stock)
....................................................................................................................................................................................
2. My bank manager and I get on together very well. (terms)
....................................................................................................................................................................................
3. I haven’t visited my grandma for 3 weeks. (since)
....................................................................................................................................................................................
4. I regret not joining your trip to the museum. (if)
....................................................................................................................................................................................
5. Although she was beautiful and intelligent, she didn’t win the Miss World competition. (Despite)
....................................................................................................................................................................................
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SECTION ONE: LISTENING
Part 1. You will hear a young student asking the social organizer of his school for information about organized
trips. For each question, fill in the missing information in the numbered space. Write NO MORE THAN
THREE WORDS or NUMBERS for each answer. You will listen to the recording TWICE. (5 pts)
NOTES ON SOCIAL PROGRAMME
Number of trips per month: (1) ……………………………
Visit places which have:
- Historical interest
- Good shopping
- (2) ……………………………
Cost: between £5 and £15 per person, depending on (3) ……………………………
Note: special trips organized for groups of (4) …………………………… people
Time: departure – 8.30 a.m. and return – 6.00 p.m.
To reserve a seat: sign a name on the (5) …………………………… 3 days in advance
Part 2. You will hear a successful fashion designer talking about his career. Choose the letter, A, B, C, or, D, to
indicate your answer to each of the following questions. You will listen to the recording TWICE. (5 pts)
1. How well did the speaker do at school?
A. He was excellent at every subject. B. He didn’t pay any attention to his study. …………
C. He was an average student. D. He had problems passing exams.
2. What did he do when he left school?
A. He got a job to earn a lot of money. B. He went to art college. …………
C. He took a gap year. D. He did a business course.
3. What did he learn from his part-time job?
A. How clothes are made B. How to use sewing machines. …………
C. How to run a large business D. How to manage money
4. How long did he stay in Milan?
A. For hree months B. For nine months. …………
C. For one year D. For three years
5. Why did he have difficulties in New York?
A. He couldn’t start a company there. B. He didn’t have many friends there. …………
C. He wanted to be nearer to his home. D. His job didn’t come up to his expectations.
Part 3. Look at the six questions for this part. You will hear a man called Steve and a woman called Caroline
talking about summer jobs. Decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect. If it is correct, select A for Yes.
If it is not correct, select B for No. You will listen to the recording TWICE. (5 pts)
0. Steve hasn’t arranged any work for the summer yet.
A. Yes B. No … A …
1. Caroline’s work will allow her to have free time during the day.
A. Yes B. No …………
2. Caroline’s work will be located in a city.
A. Yes B. No …………
3. Caroline found out about the job from the Internet.
A. Yes B. No …………
4. Caroline says that work at music festivals is badly paid.
A. Yes B. No …………
5. Caroline does not have to pay for her accommodation.
A. Yes B. No …………
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SECTION ONE: LISTENING (15 pts)
Part 1. Listen to the recording and choose the correct answers to the questions. (5 pts)
6. Mozart lived in the _____ century.
B. 16th B. 17th C. 18th D. 19th
7. During his life, he composed more than _____ pieces of music.
B. 600 B. 60 C. 6000 D. 60000
8. He was born in _____.
B. 1765 B. 1675 C. 1756 D. 1657
9. His father taught the _____ and was a composer.
B. violin B. guitar C. drums D. piano
10. He wrote the first pieces of music when he was _____.
B. eight B. five C. four D. nine
Part 2. Now listen again and fill in the blanks with the missing information. (5 pts)
Wolfgang Amadeusz Mozart
Wolfgang Amadeusz Mozart was a composer and a musician. He lived in 18th century. He is one of the most important
composers in the history of music. (1), he composed more than six hundred pieces of music, including symphonies, piano
concertos, operas and choral music.
He was born in Salzburg, a beautiful city in Austria. He was born in 1756 into a musical family. His father was a musician. He
played in an orchestra, taught the violin and was a composer. Mozart started the (2) when he was 3 years old. He wrote the
first pieces of music when he was five years old. When he was six years old, Mozart and his family went on tours in Europe
for about ten years. He met (3) and studied the best composers. He met Johan Bach in London in 1764. Mozart moved to
Vienna, the capital city of Austria. He composed some of his best pieces of music. Mozart composed “The Marriage of
Figaro” and “The Magic Flute”, two of (4) operas in the world. Now, Wolfgang Amadeusz Mazart is one of the most important
influences on classical music and students from (5) study his work. Nowadays, movies, TV commercials, concerts and mobile
phone ringtones use his music. Lots of music experts say Mozart was a genius. Mozart is fantastic!
1. ……………………………… 2. ……………………………… 3. ………………………………
4. ……………………………… 5. ………………………………
Part 3. Listen and choose Yes or No for each of the following sentences. (5 pts)
Look at the six sentences for this part. You will hear a conversation between a boy, Jim, and his mother.
Decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect.
If it is correct, put a tick (√) in the box under A for YES. If it is not correct, put a tick (√) in the box under B for NO.
Sentences A B
0 Jim’s bicycle needs to be mended. √
1 He’s keen to start saving money.
2 His mother thinks a mountain bike is suitable for their area.
3 She encourages Jim to manage his money better.
4 His mother offers to lend him some money.
5 Jim is disappointed by his mother’s suggestion.
SECTION TWO: PHONOLOGY
I. Choose the word whose underlined part is pronounced differently from the others. (5 pts)
21. A. concert B. colony C. computer D. confident …………
22. A. excellent B. exercise C. explanation D. experience …………
23. A. receipt B. psychology C. cupboard D. popcorn …………
24. A. practised B. wicked C. mixed D. produced…………
25. A. scheme B. stomach C. chores D. cholera …………
II. Choose the word whose stress pattern is different from the others. (5 pts)
1. A. miraculous B. compulsory C. atmospheric D. executive…………
2. A. residential B. prestigious C. volunteer D. overweight …………
3. A. prefer B. canal C. parade D. borrow …………
4. A. advertize B. comedy C. applicant D. magician …………
5. A. balloon B. teenage C. bungee D. greenhouse …………
II. Rewrite each sentence so that it means the same as the original one, using the word given in brackets. (5 pts)
1. It's up to you to decide the way you want to live your life. (depends)
How .........................................................................................................................................................................
2. He is very sorry that he didn’t attend Professor Pike’s lecture. (regrets)
He greatly .................................................................................................................................................................................
3. He is certainly not a reliable witness. (means)
He is .......................................................................................................................................................................
4. “You damaged my bicycle, John,” said Jane. (accused)
Jane .........................................................................................................................................................................
5. I have never eaten Japanese food before. (first)
.................................................................................................................................................................................
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