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READING

1. Read the text on ’Free time’. Match the titles (from A to K )with the paragraphs
(from 1 to 10). One title is unnecessary. You do not need one title.

Make the Most of your Free Time

1. _________________________________
Studies say that people nowadays have more free time than ever before. Then why doesn’t it
feel that way? These days, our free time is usually spent watching television, using computers
or communicating on our phones. Images and information are constantly flashing into our
brains, so it’s no wonder we don’t feel as if we have really switched off. To really wind down
and help us regain our energy levels, it is important to use our free time wisely.
2. __________________________________
Think about what you want to achieve in your free time. Do you want to get fit, get creative
or simply relax? Don’t worry about what you ought to be doing, just think about what will
make you feel more content.
3. __________________________________
Plan when you are going to enjoy your free time, and treat it in the same way as anything else
on your calendar. If something else more important comes along, you can choose whether or
not to postpone it, but never cancel it!
4. ________________________________
Make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your free time in advance. If you’re looking
forward to a nice long bath, buy in bath oil and candles. If you want to get out in the
countryside, get your boots and map ready, and don’t forget to check the weather forecast.
5. _________________________________
Don’t let anything else encroach on your free time. Ignore the washing up and the
vacuuming. Don’t check your inbox for messages and turn off your mobile phone.
Otherwise, the lines between free time and everyday live will begin to blur, and you won’t
feel refreshed.
6. __________________________________
In many free time activities, we take the role of consumer. When we watch TV, play video
games or read, we are only passively involved. Take on the role of producer for a change.
Build a model, write a blog or make an animation film. You will use a different part of your
brains and will feel more energised as a result.
7. ___________________________________
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But don’t go overboard. Many people worry too much about their free time activities. They
want to do things that will impress their friends, look good on their résumés or help them get a
better job. But free time isn’t about that. It is about doing an activity for enjoyment’s sake,
so don’t let outside pressures influence your choice.
8. __________________________________
Take the opportunity to expand your social circle. Everyone has different interests, so don’t
expect your mates to be into the same things you are. Give them a break for a while, join a
club and get to know people with the same interests as you. You can never have too many
friends!
9. __________________________________
You’ll really know you’re using your time wisely if what you’re doing helps other people. So
find out what’s going on in the community and lend a hand. Visit the elderly or help out in a
children’s club. If socialising’s not your thing, why not volunteer for a wildlife organisation?
10. _________________________________
Once you’re relaxed and energised, you can think about what you’d like to improve in your
life. Want to get fit? Learn a skill? Improve your job prospects? There are plenty of groups,
clubs and classes you can join that will set you on a completely new life path. So what are
you waiting for? Get his page will help you practise for the KET and PET exams

A Do what you want F Meet likeminded people

B Change your life G Plan ahead
C Guard your time H Set a date
D Why it’s so hard I Eat a lot
E Make a difference J Get creative
K Establish your goals
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2. Read about the new shopping mall. Read the questions and give short answers,

Gatesbridge’s new Merriwether Mall is opening this September. With an area of 320,000
square metres, the Merriweather Mall will be the biggest mall in the south west. It’s located
close to the motorway, has its own bus station and 2000 car parking spaces, so it is convenient
for everyone. The mall has five areas, all under cover. The largest, Main Street, is a shopping
area on three floors. Here, you’ll find all the major chain stores and department stores. You
can buy fashion items and all the famous brand names. There is also a large chemist.
Situated on two levels, the market square is where you can find traditional market stalls. On
the lower floor, there are food stalls, including a butcher’s, baker’s, a fishmonger’s,
greengrocer’s and delicatessen. On the upper floor, you will find stalls selling hardware and
haberdashery. Bohemia is at the rear of the mall. Here, you’ll find quirky, independent shops
selling everything from second hand music and books to clothes and handicrafts.
The Palisade is more upmarket. Here you will find fashion boutiques, jewellers, antiques and
furniture. There are also two banks and a post office located along The Palisade. The
Showground is the entertainment centre of the mall. On the ground floor, there is a food court
where you’ll find cuisine from around the world, including Chinese, Japanese, Thai and
Italian food. There is a large arena where events will take place through the year. There is
also an eight-screen cinema, a night club and a bowling alley. And if that is not enough, we
are offering you a voucher which will give you £10 off any purchase over £40 that you make
in the Merriwether Mall between 10th and 16th September. You can’t afford to miss it!

1. Where is the best place in the mall to buy an expensive necklace?

________________________________________
Where is the best place in the mall to …
1. … buy some bacon?
________________________________________
3. … buy some Nike trainers?
________________________________________
4. …. buy a used CD?
________________________________________
5. … have a meal?
________________________________________
6. … buy an expensive, old cupboard?
________________________________________
7. … see a film?
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________________________________________
8. … buy some artwork?
________________________________________
9. … buy some shampoo?
________________________________________
10. … mail a parcel?
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3. Read the text and decide if the statements are true (T) or false (F).
Croc-wrestling granny wins award
A brave grandmother who fought off a giant crocodile to save her friend's life has been given
a special award.
Alicia Sorohan, 61, was camping in Australia in 2004 when she woke up to find a massive
saltwater croc dragging her friend out of his tent.
She jumped onto the reptile's back before it turned on her, smashing her nose and arm before
her son shot it.
Mrs Sorohan was given Australia's Star of Courage, awarded to people for acts of outstanding
bravery.
The crocodile attack happened at the Bathurst Bay campsite in Queensland in October 2004.
Mrs Sorohan almost lost her arm in the fight but doctors managed to save it by pinning it
together using two metal plates and 12 screws.
Her friend also survived with minor injuries.
After hearing about the award Mrs Sorohan, who has two grandchildren, said of the incident:
"It was pretty scary. But it's one of those things - if you see someone in trouble, you've got to
help them."
She added that she still loved crocs and found them "fascinating" creatures.

Are the following sentences true (T) or false (F)?

1 Alicia and her friend were camping in Queensland when the incident happened.

2 Alicia was sleeping when the crocodile attacked her friend.

3 Her friend was seriously injured by the crocodile.

4 Alicia wasn’t afraid of the crocodile.

5 When the crocodile turned on her, Alicia hit it on the back.

6 Alicia was finally rescued by her son.

7 She was given an award for her great courage.

8 Alicia has always hated crocodiles.

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USE OF ENGLISH
1. Read the text and choose the best alternative from answers (A-D). Write the best
answer (A-D) into the boxes (1-13).
Many people have tried 1_________ smoking at some point in their lives, and these days
many of us 2 __________ to stop taking 3 _________ substance which is not cigarettes, but
which 4 _____________ be killing the same number of people 5 __________ tobacco, or
even more. I am talking about sugar.
When I went to the doctor five years ago, he told me that sugar 6 ___________ kill me one
day if I didn’t avoid 7 ___________ it. My only chance of long-term survival, said the doctor,
was 8 _____________ all sugar from my diet. Before that day, I 9 ____________ to quit
anything; 10 ___________ , I didn’t think it would be too difficult. “I have achieved difficult
things in my life, much more difficult than that,” I thought. It wasn’t true.
I didn’t know how difficult it was to stop smoking, or drinking alcohol, because I
11 ____________ addicted to anything, but when I stopped eating sugar, I realised that sugar
is a very powerful drug. I think it 12 ____________ easier if I had been addicted to nicotine,
for example, instead of sugar. The first few weeks or months I 13 _________ that I was
eating chocolate or cakes, and then I woke up in the morning and my body was crying for
sugar.

1. A) putting down B) giving up C) to give up D) to put down

2. A) had attempted B) attempt C) are attempting D) attempted
3. A) other B) others C) the other D) another
4. A) should B) can C) might D) is able to
5. A) so B) as C) than D) that
6. A) would B) was C) will D) shall
7. A) eat B) to eat C) eating D) to eating
8. A) putting out B) cutting down C) setting down D) cutting out
9. A) have never tried B) had never tried C) don’t try D) will try
10. A) Although B) even though C) so D) however
11. A) was never B) wasn’t ever C) had never been D) were
12. A) must be B) would have been C) had been D) will be
13. A) was dreaming B) used to dream C) used to dreaming D) be dreamt
1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13.
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2. Read the text and fill in the words from the box. There are TWO EXTRA WORDS
you do not need. Write your answers in the boxes below.

a, built b, were built c, became d, was becoming e, invaded

f, was h, had to g, capital i, had j, were destroyed
k, had been stopped l, stopped m, was built

In AD 43, the Romans 1 __________ southern Britain. It 2 _________ a Roman

colony called Britannia. The Romans set up their 3 __________ in London and
4___________ major cities in Bath, Chester and York. The cities 5_________ beautiful
buildings, squares and public baths. Fine villas 6____________ for Celtic aristocrats
who accepted Roman rule.
The Roman invasion 7______________ not completely peaceful. In AD 60, three
cities, including London, 8_____________ by one of the British tribes. And the Romans
9 _______ stop it brutally.
The tribes of Scotland also never 10__________ fighting against the Romans.
In AD 122, a long wall to defend the border between England and Scotland
11_________ by Emperor Hadrian

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
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WRITING

You want to spend a year in England as a babysitter to improve your English. You have
found the following advertisement on the Internet:

Babysitter Wanted - Portsmouth

We're looking for a reliable and loving sitter – male or female – for our 11-month-old son in
our Portsmouth home. Hours are 8-2pm.
If you're interested, please contact Christine at 617-515-3924 or
Email: ckruhnke@yahoo.com. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Write an email of 50-80 words to Christine in which you apply for the job. Include the
following points:

• Introduce yourself and say why you want the job.

• Ask about
» accommodation;
» free time;
» payment.

Begin your email like this:

Dear Christine,