Examination card № 22

I. Reading

Read the text. Choose the correct item (a–d) to complete the sentences (1–4).

Universal Studios Hollywood — a place for fun, entertainment, and even history — is taking its first steps in a 25­year plan to expand the park. The new outline envisions an incredible growth of the amusement facilities as well as the development of a residential neighbourhood in the area. This environmentally friendly living area is just another feather in the cap of this amazing park of wonder.

Originally known as Universal City, Universal Studios Hollywood was founded in 1915 by Carl Laemmle. It was the first studio to offer tours where audiences could watch films in production. Since then, Universal Studios has grown to include theme parks, restaurants, hotels, shopping malls, and much more. This park proved to be so popular that Universal Studios Florida opened in 1990, and last year, Universal Studios

Japan (Osaka) celebrated its fifth birthday.

With so much past success from growth, it’s no wonder that Universal is excited about its latest plans for expansion. Previous plans were scrapped due to complex zoning and environmental regulations. Now, they are ready to move ahead in full force.

While many new attractions are in the works for the new expansion, Universal will preserve some of its old attractions, such as the Bates Mansion from the film Psycho and the mechanical shark from Jaws. These attractions offer a historical perspective of the film industry. Preserving them illustrates the advance in film production techniques over the years. In addition to safeguarding the past, plenty of new high­tech

soundstages, rides, and theaters are in the works. In May, Citywalk, a shopping, dining, and entertainment facility, began remodeling. Spring also saw the opening of SkyVenture Hollywood, an attraction where visitors can float 40 feet into the air on 125 mph winds. Not bad for a studio once called, “The strangest place on Earth.”

1. As a result of the popularity of Universal Studios, ... .

A other parks and facilities were opened

B homeowners lost their property rights

C neighbourhoods in the area were flattened

D Carl Laemmle decided to shut down his park

2. According to the article, why will older attractions remain?

A They’re too costly to replace.

B They provide insight into the development of the film industry.

C They represent the destruction of historic landmarks.

D They only cost $25 million in annual upkeep.

3. What will more than likely occur because of the expansion of the park?

A The movie industry will improve its contents.

B Business will experience a slight slump.

C More tourists will be drawn to the area.

D Universal Studios will pass out more tour packages.

4. Which statement is TRUE, according to the text?

A Old attractions will be preserved because it is too expensive to provide the new ones.

B Some old attractions will be preserved as well as the new ones will be constructed.

C New attractions will show a historical perspective of the film industry.

D Many tourists will come to see Universal Studios Hollywood.

5. They are ready to move ahead in …

A half force

B total force

C complete force

D full force

6. It’s no wonder that Universal is … about its latest plans for expansion

A excited

B interested C worried

D nervous

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II. Writing

Underline the correct word(s).

1. You mustn’t / needn’t leave. I’m not busy right now.

2. They needn’t / didn’t need to pay for the water. It was free.

3. The children are sleeping. They can’t / shouldn’t be making a noise.

4. Sarah can’t / could run very fast when she was young.

5. After studying hard, Lisa was able to / could pass the exam.

6. I didn’t need to / shouldn’t go shopping, so I went home instead.