Ads
1-5
1-5
Reading
6-10
6-10
Match the following
11-16
11-16
Fill gaps
17-22
17-22
Use of English
23-32
23-32
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Properties for sale, Educational services,Editing services, Holidaymaking, Art exhibition, Publishing services, Handicraft art, Health care.
Properties for sale
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A Tennessee teen is sure that others should break the mould after she was reported to earn a place at Yale University with an unusual essay about ordering pizza.
Carolina Williams announced that she had been accepted to the Ivy League school on Twitter earlier this month and shared a copy of her essay that drew high praise (and laughs) from an admissions officer. “I just want Papa John’s pizzeria to know that I wrote a college essay about how much I love to order their pizza and it got me into Yale,” she wrote in a Tweet. When Carolina shared her story on Twitter, Papa John’s founder John Schnatter offered her gift cards, a pizza party for her dorm, free pizza for a year and an internship.
How did John Schnatter thank Carolina for her tweet about Papa John’s?
A He promised to treat her fellow students to pizza.
B He paid her for tweeting about Papa John’s.
C He provided her with a scholarship for a year.
D He offered her a life-long discount on pizza.
A He promised to treat her fellow students to pizza.
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Top Bookshops
Wild Rumpus
Wild Rumpus is filled with books and… Tilly and Pip are two little rats who live under the floorboards in a glass cage, so you can watch them running around. There are two chinchillas, three cats, two doves, two chickens, a lizard and a tarantula who goes by the name of Thomas Jefferson. And the bookshop door has a purple, child-sized door built into it, so children can let themselves in!
Which shop __________?
A was mentioned in detective fiction
B gives you a chance to save on packaging
C used to be a place for travellers’ stay
D offers a diverse event programme
E sold magazines and papers
F has a special colourful entrance for kids
G gives you a chance to buy a pet
H organises culinary shows
F has a special colourful entrance for kids
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Polar bears live in the Arctic and hunt seals and other fatty marine mammals from sea ice. They also travel, mate, and sometimes give birth on the ice. But sea ice is melting as the planet warms, (19) __________ for several more decades. Because polar bears are vulnerable to this loss of habitat, they are likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future, Kempthorne said.
A and it is predicted to continue to do so
B that could allow some polar bear populations to survive
C and will receive special protection under U.S. law
D if they don’t take immediate actions
E that saving the polar bear
F that the decline of Arctic sea ice
G and helps to solve the problem
H that human activity is directly responsible
A and it is predicted to continue to do so
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The statue that everyone hopes (30) ________ home was modelled after the Mexican actor, film director, and screenwriter, Emilio “El Indio” Fernández, best known for directing María Candelaria.
A take
B to take
C be taken
D taking
B to take
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theatrical production, art exhibition, professional training, animal charity, dog school, eco-tourism, handcraft, environmental protection
environmental protection
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Cooking in the Classroom? Elementary!
The workplace of professional chef Catherine Pressler is a former storage room at Hunters Woods Elementary School. Outside Room 106, a sign proclaims, “Chef Pressler, Food FUNdamentals.” This is where students come to take part in a cooking-based course which began several years ago when Pressler was looking for a way to be active in her children’s school. Her kids aren’t in elementary school anymore, but Pressler has stayed. Named by Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Volunteer of the Year, she is the creator of a highly detailed and organised series of classes for kindergarten through sixth grade that adds to themes from daily course work.
Which statement is TRUE of Catherine Pressler, according to PARAGRAGH 1?
A She used to cook meals for elementary school pupils.
B She started her food-based course at the PTA’s request.
C Her work at school earned her public recognition.
D Her kids gave her the idea of “Food FUNdamentals”.
C Her work at school earned her public recognition.
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Mid-Autumn Festival
One of the most important traditional holidays in China, Taiwan, and Vietnam is the celebration of the harvest. It is also known as the Moon Festival because it coincides with the full moon on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month; special delicacies called “mooncakes” are prepared during this time. Ceremonies are held both to give thanks for the harvest and to encourage the harvest-giving light to return again in the coming year. It is a time of family gatherings, matchmaking, and public celebrations.
Which festival ____________?
A has a cooking verb in its name
B is the period of arranging marriages
C lasts more than a week
D praises the season’s first basic food in the region
E is a popular celebration of the rainy season
F is accompanied by a speed competition
G is a thanksgiving ceremony to the sun goddess
H gives a chance to enjoy a meal in an ancient building
B is the period of arranging marriages
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George, the exact opposite of Lennie, is short and straight to the point. Together they work on a ranch, hoping to gather enough (18) ____________– a small farm with rabbits and chickens. However, Lennie, who is immature, often gets in trouble with Curley, the ranch boss’s son.
A and left me with mixed feelings
B money to buy their dream house
C and making their dreams come true
D Lennie through all his hardships
E and often acts like a little child
F support of each other until the very end
G tell how the plot is going to develop
H help Lennie in this tragic incident
B money to buy their dream house
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Since most travellers eat out when they’re away, finding a good balance of the proper nutrients may not be a priority. And this is one of the worst things you can (25) ________ to your body.
A do
B put
C bring
D give
A do
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sightseeing, reading books, theatre going, travelling, doing sports, housekeeping, schooling, job hunting
theatregoing
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The Man Who Saved Lives
By the time he died at the age of 95, Norman Borlaug had probably saved more lives than any other individual in history. In 1970 he won the Nobel Peace Prize for developing new sorts of wheat that were planted in Mexico, India, Pakistan and other countries. In those regions, where up to a billion people might have been starving if it were not for his enormous efforts, he was a hero. It seems Borlaug himself wasn’t motivated by any desire for personal fame. When the call came through from the Nobel committee, it was 4 a.m. in Mexico where he lived, but he was already out in the fields. His wife found him and told him the news. “Someone’s pulling your leg,” he replied. Assured that he had been awarded the prize, Borlaug didn’t take the day off, but carried on with what he was doing, saying he would celebrate later.
What was Norman Borlaug’s reaction to the news about his winning the Nobel Peace Prize?
A He stopped working in the field.
B He thought it was a joke.
C He started celebrating at once.
D He wanted to book a rest day.
B He thought it was a joke.
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Most Unusual Towns in the World
Kowloon, Hong Kong
Before its demolition in 1994, Kowloon was the most densely-populated city on earth, with almost 50,000 people living in a city 0.026 square km in size. The town was founded by the Chinese military sometime in the 17th century as a local fort and “abandoned” by local authorities in 1950. The city became a haven for the infamous crime syndicate – the “Triads.” Since the city had no real authorities, residents built their houses on-top of others without following safety codes.
Which town ________________________?
A was connected with an illegal group
B is placed in one construction
C doesn’t allow in foreign tourists
D has set age limitations
E has dwellings below the land surface
F is associated with a certain colour
G lies closest to the Pole
H has no permanent residents
A was connected with an illegal group
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Laurent said he enjoys playing with his dog Sammy and playing on his phone, like many young people. However, unlike most 9-year-olds, he has already worked out (22) _______: develop artificial organs. In the meantime, Laurent has to finish his bachelor’s degree and choose which academic institution will play host to the next stage in his remarkable journey. Before that, he plans on taking a vacation to Japan for an undoubtedly well-deserved break.
A why their child prodigy is capable of learning so quickly
B Laurent is the fastest student we have ever had
C who participate in top sport
D a tough course even for students of an average graduate age
E what he wants to do with his life
F as teachers tried to work out the extent of his talents
G his parents pushed him into starting university early
H but his teachers soon confirmed it
E what he wants to do with his life
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“These kids usually develop a skillset that makes them uniquely (32) _______ for leadership positions and they are often more open-minded than their peers”, said Berger.
A qualifying
B qualified
C qualifier
D qualification
B qualified
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truck services, a job offer, housing options, eating out, shopping, education, a travelling opportunity, entertainment
shopping
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How is cooking connected with math, science or history? Just look: Kindergartners whip up a recipe inspired by a popular children’s tale, “Stone Soup”; as they handle the ingredients, they learn about geometric shapes, sorting, identification of fruits and vegetables, and the five senses. Lessons become more complex for the older kids. Fourth-graders prepare a grand menu from Colonial Virginia to review the state’s history, culture and natural resources. Hunters Woods Principal Stephen Hockett says, “Everything she does is amazing. To have children use their thinking skills and make connections to the real world is incredible. When kids are having a good time is when they learn the most.” Pressler spends up to 60 hours a week preparing lessons, buying supplies and teaching. She volunteers her time; the supply budget comes from student fees, the PTA and sometimes her own pocket. The programme has grown so large that Pressler is looking for grants and other sources of income.
What can be inferred from PARAGRAGH 2 about Catherine Pressler’s course?
A It teaches children practical skills.
B It requires quick thinking.
C It is provided free of charge.
D It is arranged for one age group.
A It teaches children practical skills.
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Nature’s Strangest Plants
Hydnora
This plant looks like it might belong in a fictional planet in a sci-fi movie. The Hydnora grows completely underground except for the flower. Many beetles have been attracted into its depths by its unpleasant smell. Don’t worry, it doesn’t eat the beetles. It just keeps them until the flower is completely mature. Then the flower opens and all the beetles go into the world. The Hydnora’s fruit takes two years to mature underground and is similar in taste to a potato.
This plant ___________________.
A is used in baking
B comes into blossom once a decade
C grows in size and number quickly
D used to deceive domestic animals
E was shot in a science fiction film
F catches insects for food
G has the name of its discoverer
H lets the trapped insects free
H lets the trapped insects free
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That’s a quick view of Dr. May’s resume. But it does leave one thing out. Although he began studying for his degree in the early 1970s, (18) ___________. Something came up, you might say, and sidetracked him for thirty-five years.
A he had to make a choice between school and his music
B Farrokh Bulsara was a singer, songwriter, and lead vocalist
C he was designing the “stomp, stomp, clap” section of “We Will Rock You”
D Queen went on to become one of the biggest music acts of all time
E he didn’t manage to earn it until 2007
F Queen were one of the biggest stadium rock bands in the world
G he studied math and physics at Imperial College in London
H lead singer Farrokh Bulsara suggested a different name
E he didn’t manage to earn it until 2007
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When the team from Skedaddle (30)________, the raccoon darted to the corner of the balcony, hoisted itself over the railing, and slowly inched backward down the building.
A has arrived
B arrived
C had been arriving
D have arrived
B arrived
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a fruit farm, a theatrical performance, an exhibition, a book shop, a restaurant, a conference, a health spa, a cinema
an exhibition
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Yossi Ghinsberg felt a calling for adventure. He endured many bosses and tried many jobs to save up enough funds for the trip to explore the Amazon rainforest. So, he set off on his own, hitched rides from Venezuela to Colombia. He met Marcus, a Swiss teacher, and the two decided to travel together to Bolivia. An Austrian, Karl, who happened to be planning a similar expedition in search of gold, and an American photographer, Kevin, then joined them, and the four men began their quest into the Bolivian jungle.
What is TRUE of Yossi Ghinsberg, according to PARAGRAPH 2?
A He drove a fellow-traveller to Colombia.
B He borrowed some money from his boss.
C He worked hard to get money for his journey.
D He planned expedition with his friends.
C He worked hard to get money for his journey.
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Explorer Levison Wood
Levison Wood is an explorer, photographer and writer whose travels have taken him around the world and onto our TV screens. His passion for adventure has led him to walk the length of the River Nile, travel through the Himalayas and, more recently, journey 650 miles on foot to follow the world’s largest annual migration of elephants across Botswana. Last year he returned from his most ambitious expedition to date; a 5000-mile circumnavigation of the Arabian Peninsula from Iraq to Lebanon. Levison Wood spent a number of years as an Officer in the British Parachute Regiment.
This traveller __________.
A discovered the source of the River Nile
B travelled alone to the coldest points on the earth
C published a book adapted into an Oscar-winning film
D is a former military person
E got enthusiasm for climbing from aboriginals
F combined ascending and flying down the summit
G shared environmental ideas with statespeople
H managed to survive a traumatic incident
D is a former military person
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Before, it was always suggested (19) _______, but it’s never been compulsory for independent backpackers and travellers. The move by the Nepalese government comes about after a couple of recent attacks on hikers in the Himalayas.
A that won’t affect tourists’ arrivals
B and your surroundings
C as a requirement for travellers
D where independent travel is forbidden
E and international backpackers
F at least one government-approved guide
G that you hire a guide or porter
H as a safe destination for tourists
G that you hire a guide or porter
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All of this made me (27)________ if music shapes how the brain perceives sounds other than musical notes. And if so, could learning music help us learn languages?
A doubt
B believe
C question
D wonder
D wonder