Cambridge International Examinations Cambridge Secondary 1 Checkpoint CANDIDATE NAME CENTRE NUMBER CANDIDATE NUMBER *4240006836* ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE Paper 1 Reading and Usage 1110/01 April 2017 50 minutes Candidates answer on the Question Paper. No Additional Materials are required. READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS FIRST Write your Centre number, candidate number and name on all the work you hand in. Write in dark blue or black pen. Do not use staples, paper clips, highlighters, glue or correction fluid. DO NOT WRITE IN ANY BARCODES. Answer all questions. You should pay attention to punctuation, spelling and handwriting. At the end of the examination, fasten all your work securely together. The number of marks is given in brackets [ ] at the end of each question or part. The total number of marks for this paper is 45. This document consists of 13 printed pages and 3 blank pages. PV6 © UCLES 2017 2 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 new direction. 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. And in (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 be useful to people, perhaps (10) help to someone using a wheelchair. They succeeded! 3 Example: 0 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] [Turn over 4 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 it start? And how (11) ………… you going to get there? If your dad’s driving, can I come (12) ………… you? Let (13) ………… know if that’s OK. Also, I’ve lost my basketball boots! Have you seen (14) ………… anywhere? To: Helen From: Gabby Hi Helen, yes, (15) ………… course we’ll give you a lift. We’ll pick you up at 9 o’clock. I (16) ………… you find your boots by then! (17) ………… you think they’re at school? If not, I (18) ………… got an extra pair you can borrow. (19) ………… only problem is that they are a bit bigger (20) ………… yours! [Total: 10 marks] 5 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: C 0 ………… Sarah: You look tired. Was it a long journey back? James: 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: 24 ………… [1] Sarah: That’s a pity. But did you still enjoy yourselves? James: 25 ………… [1] Sarah: Oh, so it really was good, then. Lucky you! 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. [Turn over 6 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: A Andy would prefer to go sailing with Julia on Saturday rather than on Sunday. 0 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. A Theo and Callum must wait to hear whether they can go to the show. 26 The school secretary says tickets for the show have all gone. I gave her 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] A Reception will tell you each month when you need a new password. 27 College passwords must be changed monthly – instructions on screen. Any problems, see Reception. B Get your new password details from college staff every month. C You will need a new password each month to use the college computers. [1] 7 28 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] 29 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! 30 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] [Turn over 8 31 Sam Jack 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. 32 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 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. C Jack is saying thanks to Sam for lending him a book. [1] A Laura will need to send a different photograph before her application can be approved. 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 to get a new photograph taken. [1] 33 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 34 Frida and Jaya will pay Hi Jaya About the sculpture museum; it’s not actually free admission – well, only the permanent collection. As this is a special exhibition, there’s a charge – luckily there’s a student rate. Frida 35 To: All geography students Subject: Geography homework Give yourself an hour or more to do the essay, and write at least 500 words. Hand it in next Tuesday. See me if you have any questions. 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’t write too many words. B Students must see the teacher before beginning the essay for information on word limits. C The essay must be a minimum length and have enough time spent on it. [1] [Turn over 10 Part 5 Questions 36 – 40 The young people below all want to go to a film festival. On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight film festivals for young people. Decide which film festival would be suitable for the following people. For questions 36 – 40, write the correct letter (A – H) in the box. photos removed for copyright 36 Joel would like to know about film-making competitions. He’s interested in watching documentaries, and has some questions he’d like to ask an expert. [1] 37 Saskia’s interested in the lives of famous actors, and wants the opportunity to discuss films with other film fans. She’d love to see an award-winning international film. [1] 38 Danny wants the chance to show his own film, and get comments on it from film professionals. He’d like to meet others interested in cinema and discuss the possibility of working on a film project. [1] 39 Eva wants to know what it’s like to work as a film-maker, and speak to someone in the film industry about how to train for this career. She would love to make a film at the festival. [1] 40 Charlie is interested in how music is used in films. He wants to find out more about how special effects are created, and to learn about the history of cinema. [1] 11 Film Festivals Georgetown Screenings At Georgetown, film professionals B IndieFilm At Indiefilm, local film-makers show their films to an audience for the first time. You’ll see exciting new films, and hear from film-makers and actors directly about techniques they used, and experiences they had during filming – useful if you are thinking of studying this fascinating subject. C Central Film At Central Film, watch great new films – fiction or fact, including an important film about endangered animals – and talk to professionals about getting great results in your own films, and maybe even learn some industry secrets! Leave your e-mail address so we can contact you about opportunities to win fantastic prizes with your filmmaking. D Real-2-Reel Real-2-Reel shows the best films from competitions around the world. The on-site café’s great for meeting people and chatting with others about good (and bad!) films you’ve seen and picking up some recommendations – listen to music from great films while you do so! This year there’s an exhibition on cinema stars, past and present. E MovieCity We’ve got stalls with information on everything related to film, from hugely expensive films set in space and other exotic locations, to localinterest documentaries. Seen something you loved or hated? Write a comment for the MovieCity noticeboard, and be sure to read some other fans’ reviews too. F Showcase Showcase helps you to develop your own film-making with this chance to see some little-known films from around the world. Share opinions with other fans, and enter our competition: Name that Film – identify the movies each piece of music comes from and win cinema tickets! G FilmWorld Filmworld shows you how science-fiction films look so realistic by teaching you about computer animation and giving technical tips for your own work. Films aren’t just about actors – speak to directors, or people who write the songs for many films today, and enjoy displays showing cinema from its early days right up to the present. H CineHub Cinehub supports future film-makers, so as well as seeing hits from around the world, you can watch new films by young film-makers – perhaps even enter one of your own! It’ll be seen by successful directors who’ll give you advice about it. There are opportunities to exchange and develop ideas with other festivalgoers – who knows what you might create together? A will help you create a short film. Many have won prizes for their own films, are experts in everything from choosing equipment to creating soundtracks and are happy to share their film-making experiences. If cinema’s more than just a hobby, we can advise on the best courses for you to take. [Turn over 12 Part 6 Questions 41 – 45 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!’ 41 What is the main purpose of this article? A B C D to recommend using a hobby as a way to make money 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] 42 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] 13 43 When Mo started sewing he A B C D found it easy to improve his technique. spent all his free time practising his new skill. discovered it was a skill that took time to learn. liked having his own equipment to work with. [1] 44 Why is Mo’s company successful? A B C D Every tie is made by Mo himself. People can have a tie that nobody else has. People can order ties in any colour they choose. The ties go well with the clothes he produces. [1] 45 What would Mo say about his life? B A I know I missed the chance to play football like other teenagers, but it’s all been worth it. 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 C 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! 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