ENTRANCE EXAMINATION
ENGLISH PAPER
E1
Date:
July 2019
Time allowed:
1 hour 15 minutes
Section 1: Use of English (30 marks) [take about 15 mins]
Section 2: Reading (30 marks) [take about 25 mins]
Total: 100 marks
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Section 3: Writing (40 marks) [take about 35 mins]
Read all the instructions carefully. Make sure you write all your
answers in this booklet. Use a pen.
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No dictionaries. No mobile phones. You may not ask questions.
Nothing is to be removed from the exam room.
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Section 1. USE OF ENGLISH (30 marks)
Choose the correct answer by circling the appropriate letter.
Christmas is the biggest festival in the English year. It is the day (1) … most people
in Britain sit down to a special meal of roast turkey and Christmas pudding. In the
weeks (2) … Christmas, life is very busy. There are parties; there are trips to the
cinema or the pantomime; and of course, there is all the shopping.
On Christmas day, Britain closes! For most people, Christmas is a time (3) … at
last after many long and busy weeks. The presents have been bought and sent,
dozens of (4) … cards have been sent and received, and the food is waiting to be
eaten. For two days at least (if not three or four, depending on the year), the shops
B) how
2. A) on
B) before
3. A) relaxing
B) relaxed
4. A) these
B) the
5. A) deliver
B) devise
C) where
D) that
C) after
D) at
C) relax
D) to relax
C) ---
D) any
C) decide
D) define
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will be shut, and the postal worker will not (5) … any letters. For a day or two, even
the trains stop running.
Choose the correct answer by circling the appropriate letter.
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Today, millions of people want to learn or improve their English, but it is difficult (6) …
the best method. Is it better to study in Britain or in your own country?
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The advantages of going to Britain seem obvious. Firstly, you will be able to (7) … to
the language all the time, you are in the country. Another advantage is that you have
to speak the language if you are with other people.
On the other hand, there are (8) … advantages of staying at home to study. You do
not have to make big changes to your life. It is a lot cheaper than going to Britain, but
it is never (9) … to achieve the results of living in the UK.
B) finding
C) found
D) find
7. A) hear
B) notice
C) listen
D) observe
8. A) too
B) also
C) as well
D) either
9. A) possibly B) possibility
C) possible D) possibilities
10. A) out of
C) on
B) after
D) in
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6. A) to find
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If you have enough time and money, the best choice is to spend some time in the UK.
Alternatively, in order to maximize your opportunities, speak only English (10) … class
and try to use English whenever possible outside the class.
Choose the correct answer by circling the appropriate letter.
The early history of the city of Rome involves Romulus and Remus, two orphan boys.
An evil king had murdered the boys’ mother and tossed the two babies into the river
Tiber. When the wolf found (11) …, they had washed up on the shore. She took pity
on the crying of the babies and, picking them up in her teeth, she (12) … them back
to her cave and fed them on her milk. The boys grew bigger and stronger and were
found by a herdsman (13) … took them home. He and his wife raised the boys like
their own children.
They decided to build a city. Unfortunately, they argued over (14) … appropriate site
and Romulus killed his brother Remus. Romulus ruled this city for thirty-seven years.
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Now, the city of Rome is one of the most popular tourist (15) … in the world. If you
travel there, you can see a statue of the two baby boys feeding from their mother the wolf.
B) their
12. A) carrying
B) carry
13. A) how
B) who
14. A) an
B) this
15. A) attractions
B) attraction
C) they
D) themselves
C) carried
D) to carry
C) when
D) where
C) ---
D) that
C) attractive
D) attracted
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Section 2. READING (30 marks)
Read the text and match the words on the left (16-21) and the sentences on
the right (A-H). There are more sentences than you need.
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Energy Drinks – What You Don’t Know
In the US energy drinks are marketed to many students who may need to stay awake
during class or study. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not approve of
energy drinks. The best way to feel energetic remains eating healthy foods, regular
physical activity, and getting enough sleep.
Common Ingredients
Caffeine - a chemical compound that stimulates the central nervous system. Caffeine
in large amounts may cause headaches, sleeplessness or tremors. Both caffeine and
alcohol are diuretics; combining the two may lead to dehydration.
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Sugar - the same thing as sucrose, glucose or fructose. Sugar is known to give an
instant boost but after very little time will cause a crash in both energy and alertness.
Additionally, sugar has 4 calories per gram, a 8.3 ounce Red Bull has 27 grams of
sugar; that’s 108 non‐nutritional calories!
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Ginseng - an extract made from the root of the ginseng plant. The amount of ginseng
in most drinks is minimal and therefore harmful effects are unlikely, but check with
your doctor first if you are taking any medications.
Taurine - one of the most abundant amino acids in the brain, it acts as a
neurotransmitter that allows cells to communicate with one another. Scientists believe
taurine behaves more like a sedative than a stimulant. Taurine is safe in small doses,
but currently there is little research on taurine consumption in humans.
How To Stay Energized Naturally?
BREAKFAST. A balanced breakfast of carbohydrate, protein and fat causes a more
gradual release of energy over the entire morning and delays hunger.
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SOY. Compared with other beans, soybeans are a rich source of protein that contains
as much complete protein as meat. Soybeans are a good source of essential fatty
acids, including some omega‐3s.
GREEN TEA. This hot drink aids in stress reduction and promotes mental
alertness. Green tea also contains polyphenols that may help lower risks for some
diseases. Remember tea contains caffeine, so look for a decaffeinated version or
monitor the number of cups consumed.
WATER aids in physical performance and prevents muscle cramps.
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16. Caffeine
A. It can rouse enthusiasm or energy immediately but only for a
short time.
B. It may result in the loss of water in the body if it is consumed
with alcohol.
17. Sugar
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C. It can help not to be hungry for a long time.
18. Ginseng
D. It can help people to be more attentive but it’s better not to
consume a lot of it.
19. Taurine
E. Its beans have as much protein as meat.
20. Soy
F. It has a relaxing effect and its small doses are harmless.
21. Green tea
G. Its effects are not negative because it is found in energy drinks
in very small amounts.
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H. It raises alertness even when there was not enough sleep.
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Read the text. First decide whether the statements are true (T) or false (F) and
put a tick () in the correct box. Then identify the sentence in the text which
supports your decision. Write the FIRST four-five words of this sentence in the
space provided. There may be more than one correct answer; write down only
one. The first one (0) has been done for you.
Enormous stones in Wiltshire are one of the most ancient artificial
structures.
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Found on England’s Salisbury Plain in Wiltshire, Stonehenge is a huge man-made
circle of standing stones. Built over many hundreds of years, it’s one of the world’s
most famous prehistoric monuments. And one of its biggest mysteries, too!
Work started on this super stone circle around 5,000 years ago in the late Neolithic
Age – but it took over 1,000 years to build, in four long stages! Archaeologists believe
the final changes were made around 1,500BC, in the early Bronze Age.
If you visit Stonehenge today, you’ll see many of the enormous stones still standing
strong in a circular arrangement. Archaeological research shows that the structure of
this amazing monument changed over time, as it was built and rebuilt by generations
of ancient peoples.
How was Stonehenge built? It’s a question that has baffled people for centuries – and
even to this day, no theory has been proven! How could people thousands of years
ago have transported and arranged such colossal stones?
A legend from the 12th century claimed giants placed the monument on a mountain
in Ireland, before a wizard named Merlin magically moved the stone circle to England.
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22. The work which started about five thousand years ago was completed in the
Neolithic Age.
23. Modern tourists can see a circle of standing stones.
24. Many theories about how the monument was erected are not scientifically
confirmed.
25. In the 12th century the gigantic stone structure was rebuilt by ancient people of
Ireland.
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First four words
Built over many hundreds
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Read the text and answer the questions. Use no more than FOUR words /
numbers.
A 430-metre-long glass bridge has been constructed across a deep canyon in China's
Zhangjiajie National Forest Park.
Designed by architect Haim Dotan from Israel, the Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass
Bridge is believed to be the world's longest and tallest glass pedestrian bridge.
Steel beams support the structural glass panels, which Dotan used to make the bridge
"invisible".
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"The Zhangjiajie Glass Bridge was designed to be as invisible as possible – a white
bridge disappearing into the clouds," said Dotan. "As the designer of this bridge
located in an incredible and magical national park, I believe in nature, harmony,
balance and beauty," he added. "Nature is beautiful. One wants to make the least
impact upon it."
The bridge is capable of holding up to 800 people at any one time and has already
been used as the launch point for the world's highest bungee jump, said the architect.
Already a hugely popular tourist attraction, the bridge will also serve as a venue for
a runway for fashion shows.
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26. What materials is the bridge made of?
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27. What kind of bridge did Dotan manage to create so that it does not spoil nature?
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From the 9th to the 14th centuries, the Cambodian Empire of Angkor covered most of
present-day Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Thailand. The heart of this empire during
the 12th century was the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, near present-day Siem
Reap, the site of the world’s largest temple complexes, which were rediscovered in
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Siem Reap is a small town near the world famous temple of Angkor Wat. The town is
charming and worth exploring, with some fine examples of Khmer and French colonial
architecture set among the more modern developments.
1861. The area covers about 400 square km and is full of the finest examples of
Khmer art and architecture.
In Angkor Wat you will find more than 100 stone monuments and temple buildings,
each of which contains countless statues, sculptures and reliefs that have weathered
extremely little over the last 800 years. The most important temples to visit in the area
are Angkor Wat, especially at sunrise or sunset; Angkor Thom, the remains of the
capital; Ta Prohm, a palace overgrown by jungle; and Bayon.
29. When was Angkor Thom the capital city?
A)
B)
C)
D)
800 years ago
400 years ago
In the 12th century
In the 14th century
A)
B)
C)
D)
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30. What is true according to the text?
In 1861 most temples were reconstructed.
Sculptures and reliefs are surprisingly well preserved.
Angkor Thom is ancient and modern at the same time.
Siem Reap is the modern capital of the ancient empire.
Task 1 (20 marks)
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Section 3. WRITING (40 marks)
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Read the following message from Lobar and write an email to her providing some
suggestions. Write between 150 – 170 words.
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It is my last year at school, but I do not know what university to enter. I am
interested in many things: playing chess, doing maths and writing poems.
Which university should I try to enter?
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Task 2 (20 marks)
Some people say that being the only child in the family is a great benefit for the child.
Besides it is easier for the family to raise one child. However, there are others who
think that it is much better if there are more than one child in the family. Who do you
agree with and why? Write about 250 words.
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