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Part 1
Questions 1 – 10
Read the text below, and for each number, circle the correct word on the next page.
Asimo: a special little robot
What do you know (0) robots? Unless it’s quite a lot, you won’t (1) how incredible it is
that Asimo, a little robot (2) in 1986, can walk just like we do. Before Asimo, robots
had to stop walking in order to turn and (3) on in a newdirection. It was Asimo’s ability
to turn (4) walking that made it so unusual.
Asimo was developed by the well-known Japanese electronics company, Honda. Scientists
there spent years (5) out exactly what Asimo needed to do to become as human as
possible. They taught it to understand simple spoken instructions. Andin (6) to that, they
also (7) their robot the ability to walk and to recognise different voices. Asimo had hands
(8) could turn on switches, open doors and move small objects.
(9) than just building a clever toy, Honda wanted to create a robot that would beuseful to
people, perhaps (10) help to someone using a wheelchair. They succeeded!
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Example:
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about
around
for
with
1
suppose
think
realise
notice
[1]
2
dreamed
designed
imagined
formed
[1]
3
carry
set
come
start
[1]
4
until
where
again
while
[1]
5
getting
working
solving
understanding
[1]
6
addition
extra
advantage
support
[1]
7
included
made
gave
showed
[1]
8
which
who
what
whose
[1]
9
Apart
Instead
Even
Rather
[1]
10
producing
permitting
providing
promoting
[1]
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Part 2
Questions 11 – 20
Complete the emails.
For questions 11 – 20, write ONE word in each space.
Example: (0)
about
To:
Gabby
From:
Helen
Gabby, I’m writing (0)
about
the basketball match tomorrow. What time does itstart?
are
And how (11) …………
you going to get there? If your dad’s driving, can I come
with
me
(12) …………
you? Let (13) …………
know if that’s OK. Also, I’ve lost my basketball
them
boots! Have you seen (14) ...................
anywhere?
To:
Helen
From:
Gabby
of
Hi Helen, yes, (15) …………
course we’ll give you a lift. We’ll pick you up at 9 o’clock. I
Do
hope you find your boots by then! (17) …………
(16) …………
you think they’re at school? Ifnot,
the
have got an extra pair you can borrow. (19) ...........................
I (18) …………
only problem is that
than
they are a bit bigger (20) ..................
yours!
[Total: 10 marks]
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Part 3
Questions 21 – 25
Complete the conversation between two friends.
What does James say to Sarah?
For questions 21 – 25, write the correct letter A – H.
Example:
Sarah:
Hello James, when did you get back from your holiday?
James:
0 ……C……
Sarah:
You look tired. Was it a long journey
back?
James:
F
21 …………
[1]
Sarah:
Did you take many pictures?
James:
22 ................ [1]
Sarah:
Where did you take this one? It’s
fantastic!
James:
23 ………… [1]
Sarah:
And what about the hotel you stayed in
– was it good?
James:
Sarah:
James:
Sarah:
E
G
D
24 ................
[1]
That’s a pity. But did you still enjoy
yourselves?
A
Well, we’re going there again next year!
B
The city centre has lots of hotels.
C
Yesterday – we had a lovely time.
D
There were a few problems, so we had to
move.
E
They’re on my phone – look!
F
We had to change flights, but it was OK.
G
Thanks! We were at the top of a mountain.
H
There were lots of them, but we enjoyed
ourselves.
A
25 …………
[1]
Oh, so it really was good, then. Lucky
you!
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Part 4
Questions 26 – 35
Look at the text in each question.
What does it say?
For questions 26 – 35, circle the correct letter A, B or C.
Example:
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A Andy would prefer to go sailing with Julia on
Saturday rather than on Sunday.
B Andy can go sailing with Julia on Friday if
she’s not free on Saturday.
C Andy wants to go sailing with Julia on both
Saturday and Sunday if possible.
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A Theo and Callum must wait to hear whetherthey
can go to the show.
The school secretary says tickets for
the show have all gone. I gaveher our
email addresses in case anyone can’t
make it and returns theirs.
B The secretary has warned that tickets for the
show are likely to sell fast.
C Theo should email the secretary to find out if he
can attend the show.
[1]
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A Reception will tell you each month when you
need a new password.
College passwords must be
changed monthly –
instructions on screen.
Any problems, seeReception.
B Get your new password details from collegestaff
every month.
C You will need a new password each month touse
the college computers.
[1]
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What is Gail doing in the email?
A recommending a guitar teacher to Lucy
B suggesting that Lucy takes up an instrument
C comparing Mike with Lucy’s old teacher
[1]
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Where does Lucy want to meet Eugenie?
A opposite the library
You
know I said
I
Eugenie,
got your
wasn’t
going
away
text. I’d love to
this
summer
Dad’s
meet
you ––I’m
at
just
come
home
the
library
justwith
now.
tickets
to Morocco!
See you
outside the
Hecafé
saysinthe
10 minutes –
sightseeing’s
the one just
unbelievable.
Hope
opposite the
post
there’s
time
for
office. Lucy
shopping too!
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B by the café
C outside the post office
[1]
A There is less sugar in these drinks than
before.
B There is no more than 25% sugar in these
drinks.
C There could be more than 25% fruit in these
drinks.
[1]
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Sam
Jack
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A Jack is telling Sam about an opportunity to
meet an author they like.
B Jack is telling Sam about a book which he
might enjoy.
I read that book you recommended.
It’s brilliant! Did you know there’s
another one coming out by the
same author? He mentioned it in an
interview I saw.
C Jack is saying thanks to Sam for lending hima
book.
Laura – your passport
application was sent back by
the passport office. They’re
right – the photograph clearly
isn’t suitable. Let’s go this
afternoon and have another
one taken.
Mum
A Laura will need to send a different
photograph before her application can be
approved.
[1]
B Laura’s mum refuses to send the passport
application with the photograph that Laura
provided.
C Laura’s passport is out-of-date so she has toget a
new photograph taken.
[1]
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A You will save yourself money if you pay
before tomorrow evening.
B Swimmers need to hand in their forms by
tomorrow evening or they can’t compete.
C Tell Mr Smith if you are going to be late for
the competition.
[1]
9
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Frida and Jaya will pay
Hi Jaya
About the sculpture
museum; it’s not
actually free
admission – well,
only the permanent
collection. As this isa
special exhibition,
there’s a charge –
luckily there’s a
student rate.
Frida
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To:
All geography students
A nothing to see the sculptures they are
interested in.
B more if they visit the permanent collection.
C less than some other visitors.
[1]
A The essay is not due yet but students mustn’twrite
too many words.
Subject: Geography homework
Give yourself an hour or more to dothe
essay, and write at least 500 words.
Hand it in next Tuesday.
See me if you have any questions.
B Students must see the teacher before beginning
the essay for information on wordlimits.
C The essay must be a minimum length andhave
enough time spent on it.
[1]
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Part 6
Questions 36 – 40
Read the text and questions below.
For each question, circle the correct letter A, B, C or D.
The Tie Maker
Looking smart has always been important for teenager Mo Bridges. He likes to wear suits
whenever possible – even when just going to the shops! He was inspired by his grandfather,
who always looked great. ‘I feel better in nice clothes – it makes me feel important!’ Mo
explains.
When Mo saw famous singers wearing special ties called ‘bow-ties’, he decided he wanted one
too. But when he went shopping, all he found were plain, boring ones. He wanted something
more interesting, so he asked his grandma, who had years of sewing experience and many
pieces of old material, to teach him to make one himself.
The first bow-tie he made was ‘a big mess – like something a clown would wear!’ He was
determined to do better, and made bow-ties on his grandma’s sewing machine until finally his
skills improved. Eventually, his family bought him his own machine, and he kept sewing
(when he wasn’t playing football – Mo says it’s important to have a balance in life!) People
started noticing his designs. ‘They’d see me wearing my bow-ties and say, “That’s great – I
want one!” So I decided to sell them!’ explains Mo.
Soon, he was using modern colourful material in his designs, and he started selling the ties
online. As the number of orders increased, he asked family members for help. No two of Mo’s
bow-ties are the same, and can be worn by people of any age. He gets orders out to customers
on time and values their feedback. His success has encouraged him and in future, he wants to
develop a clothing range. As Mo explains, ‘If you have an ambition, don’t wait until you’re
older – go for it!’
36 What is the main purpose of this article?
A
to recommend using a hobby as a way to make money
B
C
D
to explain how a young person started a successful business
to remind people of the importance of family support in business
to describe how useful the internet is for selling products
[1]
37 Mo decided he wanted to make his own bow-ties when
A
B
C
D
he noticed some other people wearing them.
he saw how good his grandfather looked in one.
his grandmother offered to teach him to sew.
he saw some really attractive ones in shops.
[1]
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38 When Mo started sewing he
A
found it easy to improve his technique.
B
spent all his free time practising his new skill. C
discovered it was a skill that took time to learn. D
liked having his own equipment to work with.
[1]
39 Why is Mo’s company successful?
A
B
Every tie is made by Mo himself.
People can have a tie that nobody else has.
C
D
People can order ties in any colour they choose.
The ties go well with the clothes he produces.
[1]
40 What would Mo say about his life?
A
B
I know I missed the chance
to play football like other
teenagers, but it’s all been
worth it.
C
I’m grateful to my family for
all their support, especially
when I have had so many
orders that I have had to
disappoint customers.
D
I think looking professional
at work is really important
but like most teenagers I
feel more comfortable in
casual clothes.
Young people should follow
their dreams. Setting up a
business doesn’t always
require a great deal of
previous knowledge!
[1]
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Part-7
Writing
41. Your English-speaking friend Alex is going to have a birthday party next week but you
can’t go. Write an email to Alex in 35 to 45 words. In your email you should
• apologize to Alex
• explain why you can’t go to Alex’s birthday party
• suggest another thing to do together to celebrate Alex’s birthday.
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42. Write a story in about 100-150 words with the following beginning.
It was a dark and stormy night when I woke up from sleep……
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