II. Grammar

Choose the correct item to complete the sentence.

Tornadoes are an example of just how unpredictable and destructive the weather can be.

The winds of a tornado are the (1) violent that occur on the earth, reaching" speeds of up

to 300 mph. (2) year, in spring and summer, hundreds of tornadoes cause millions of

pounds' worth of (3)

For those who might find (4) caught in a tornado, there are some common safety

(5) to follow. Firstly, if you are outside and in an open area, lie down and cover your

head with your hands for protection. Secondly, if you are in a house or small building, go

to the cellar, or the smallest room (6) the house and find shelter under a large piece of

furniture or cover yourself with a heavy blanket. Thirdly, if you are in a school or shop­ping centre, make your way to the lowest level of the building, but avoid large, open spaces like gymnasiums. Finally, never ever try to outrun a tornado!

1.	A most	B many	C much
2.	A Per	BA	C Each
3.	A damage	B harm	C danger
4.	A theirs	B themselves	C them
5.	A rules	B orders	C laws
6.	A lengthy	B from	Cof

III. Writing

Write a short article (50-60 words) about a famous person you admire. Include the following:

• full name - date of birth/death;

• what the person is famous for;

• what he/she could/couldn't do.

IV. Speaking

People usually play music that reflects their mood.

• What genre of music do you usually listen to?

• What type of music do you listen to in different emotional states?

• Do you think music allows you to deal with your emotions? Explain.

Examination Card 17

I. Reading

Read the text given below. For questions (1-8), choose from the cars (A-C).

BEST CARS OF THE YEAR

A 4-Wheel Drive

The latest 4-wheel drive combines the best features of an off-road vehicle with the sty­ling and smooth drive of a sports car. The new suspension system ensures a comfortable ride, no matter how bad driving conditions are. The 4-seater model has divided rear seats that fold down for increased storage space. The two front seats can be folded back to form a bed. The new features of this model make it a much better buy than last year's, and the improved fuel performance of 12.6 kilometres per litre makes it far more economical to run.

B P

P, the Malaysian automobile manufacturer, is bringing its new line of cars to conti­nental Europe for the first time at the Paris Auto Show. P cars were introduced in the UK in 1989 and some 70,000 are already on the road. Malaysia, like the UK, is a right-hand drive country. The cars selling in Britain, called the 400-series, are a line of mid-size fa­mily cars with Mitsubishi technology. The engine is light and very economical on petrol. Features the car offers include generously padded seats with good back support and a de­vice to reduce engine noise for peaceful motoring.

C The F.P. Range

The F.P. range of super minicars has been expanded to include 3 new versions, the P.C., the P.S. and the P90. All have powerful engines with a top speed of 170 kph and feature fog lights. If the weather is on the bright side, the roof folds down electronically. The F.P. range is being marketed as easy-to-drive city cars and is available in a variety of bright colours. Power-steering is useful for fitting into tight corners in the city. However, for long journeys the lack of space might be an inconvenience.

Which car(s) would you recommend for someone who:

wants a vehicle that maximises its internal space? (1)

wants to drive on rough ground? (2)

wants a vehicle that is new to the European market? (3)

wants to take advantage of sunny weather? (4)

wants a quiet car? (5)