Section b

Part 2. USE OF ENGLISH

Task 1

For items A21-A30 read the text below and fill the gaps also marked A21-A30 choosing from options 1, 2, 3 or 4. Circle the number of the option you choose.

The schoolboy sailor

A schoolboy is hoping to enter the record books as the youngest person ever to sail single-handedly (A21) the Atlantic Ocean. Michael Perham, 14, has been making final preparations before setting sail in his 9-metre yacht on his epic 3,500-mile trans-Atlantic voyage next week. The teenager is hoping to become the youngest person ever to complete the risky voyage, which will (A22) him four weeks and end in Antigua. The current record is (A23) by Sebastian Clover, who sailed his yacht Reflection to the Caribbean in 2003 aged just 15.

Michael, who has been sailing since he was six, will be sleeping in shifts and battling the elements in a bid to (A24) the record while his father Peter follows him in an identical yacht. Michael says: ‘All the preparations have (A25) well. I’m really (A26) forward to going now. I’m not really nervous (A27) all. When I saw that the other guy, Sebastian, did it three years ago, I thought that it would be (A28) to do it myself, and it’s just gone from there.’

Michael and Peter have set down another challenge to one another to help fill any (A29) time they may have while at sea. ‘We are both going to try to learn the guitar. Neither of us has played before and we are going to see who plays the best by the time we (A30) Antigua,’ says Michael.

A21 1. along 2. between 3. through 4. across

A22 1. take 2. require 3. last 4. need

A23 1. possessed 2. held 3. owned 4. kept

A24 1. break 2. win 3. catch 4. carry

A25 1. done 2. happened 3. gone 4. passed

A26 1. thinking 2. turning 3. waiting 4. looking

A27 1. for 2. in 3. at 4. on

A28 1. fun 2. pleasure 3. enjoyment 4. delight

A29 1. spare 2. open 3. loose 4. vacant

A30 1. get 2. reach 3. arrive 4. land

Task 2

Items b1-b10.

Choose the correct word for each gap from the list on the right. Write the word in the correct space. Use each word once only. There are some extra words you don’t have to use.

Children and the internet The internet has become __________ (B1) an important part of our daily lives that it is hard to imagine how we ever did without it. Today’s generation has grown up able to perform advanced internet searches almost as __________ (B2) as they can read. Children now have access to _________ (B3) information on the world wide web than most of their parents ever had when they were growing up. But although it is undoubtedly an amazing resource, it is also important for parents to help their kids stay safe __________ (B4) they are surfing the internet. Naturally, you can’t watch your child __________ (B5) minute of the day, but one way you can keep an eye on __________ (B6) internet use is by keeping the computer in the living room rather than hidden away in their bedroom, __________ (B7) they may be completely unsupervised. It is a good idea to agree some ground rules ___________ (B8) that you have some influence over the time they spend online. Setting boundaries will let ___________ (B9) know that you take internet safety seriously and hopefully encourage them to take extra care. Perhaps you will want to limit the time they spend on the net or you may agree that they will only use __________ (B10) when you are around.

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Part 3. READING COMPREHENSION

Task 1

In this section, you will see five short texts. In each case, the text is incomplete. Choose 1, 2, 3 or 4 to complete the text. Circle the number of the right answer.

EXAMPLE: Can you imagine cycling all the way from England to China? That’s exactly what three young men did to raise money for a number of children’s medical charities. …………….. with the 16,000 kilometres between London and Beijing ahead of them, and 224 days later they completed their difficult journey, riding unsupported through some of the wildest and most remote landscapes in the world. They raised a total of £25,300. 1. They did it 2. It took them a long time 3 . They set off 4. It was a great achievement

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A31 I decided I would cook a meal for my parents. I started by looking in my mum’s cookbook. Then I went round the supermarket gathering ingredients, asking the staff when I could not find something. …………….. , I started cooking, following the instructions in the book. It’s not that difficult and really fun. I told mum to just sit back, relax and read a book. After much cutting, measuring and mixing I finally finished – apple and walnut risotto. It was lovely!

1. Without them

2. To do that

3. Firstly

4. Back home

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A32 You’ll be amazed what you could do with your digital camera – if you knew how. This free guide ……………….. to help you get the best from your digital camera. The guide shows you how to take great digital pictures every time, how to store, email and share your photographs, and how to choose the best way to print your photos. Plus, there are 20 top tips for better pictures.

1. to what to do with your pictures

2. is full of tips and techniques

3. to taking, storing and printing photos

4. is for your digital camera

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A33 Book a Best Western break and visit one of our 300 independently owned hotels. You won’t have to go far for things to do and see, unless you want to. ……………….. , selected hotels are offering 2 nights for the price of 1. We’re sure you’ll have a glorious time, whenever you decide to go. Just visit our website for more information.

1. Because of that

2. What’s more

3. Instead

4. At the time

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A34 It is well-known that bright light can help to make you happier, but now it seems it may also help you to be more productive. Studies show that people who work in well-lit offices ……………….. than people who work in darker areas. The reason? It’s thought that bright light helps to make the most of your body’s natural rhythms.

1. need more light

2. are not always happier

3. get more done in a day

4. have more fun

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A35 Congratulations on the purchase of your new Mountain Bike! This manual will assist you in setting up and maintaining your bicycle. ……………….. to familiarize yourself with your Mountain Bike. We recommend inspecting your bicycle frequently. Remember, proper maintenance and adjustment will greatly enhance performance and riding enjoyment.

1. Take great care with it

2. Please read through it

3. Do it correctly

4. If you have difficulty doing it

Task 2

For items B11-B20, read the text and use the information to complete the sentences about a tourist attraction in southern England.