Exercise 1: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- Where can students travel on the Summer Cultural Exchange Programme?
A. France, Spain, or the USA
B. France, Germany, or the USA
C. Spain, Portugal, or the USA
D. France, Italy, or the USA
- Why did Anna choose Spain for her exchange programme?
A. She loves Spanish culture.
B. She had never been to Spain before.
C. She is good at Spanish.
D. She wanted to meet Carmen’s family.
- Where did Anna stay during the exchange?
A. In an apartment in Seville
B. In a big house in Seville
C. In a village near Seville
D. On a farm in the countryside
- How long did Anna’s exchange programme last?
A. Four weeks
B. Three weeks
C. Two weeks
D. One month
- What is the minimum age to join the language exchange programme?
A. 12 years old
B. 14 years old
C. 16 years old
D. 18 years old
- Who can participate in the sports and music exchange programme?
A. Anyone over 14 years old
B. Students who study Spanish or French
C. Members of a school sports team or orchestra
D. Students with no specific requirements
- Why did Anna feel homesick at first?
A. She didn’t know Spanish well.
B. She missed her host family.
C. She felt nervous in a new environment.
D. She wasn’t welcomed by her host family.
- How did Anna try to improve her Spanish?
A. By practicing only with Carmen
B. By speaking Spanish with her host family
C. By taking extra Spanish lessons
D. By watching Spanish TV shows
- Why does Anna think a three-week exchange programme is better?
A. You have more time to explore the culture.
B. It is during the school holidays.
C. It gives more time to practise the language.
D. It is less expensive than a two-week programme.
- What is true about Anna’s recommendation about the Summer Cultural Exchange Programme?
A. Only for students who want to study Spanish
B. She thinks it’s better to choose France instead of Spain.
C. It’s a valuable and enjoyable experience.
D. It is difficult and not worth the effort.
Exercise 2: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- Jim thinks that people who feel sad shouldn’t
A forget about their problems.
B read a funny book.
C read a sad book. - Elena thinks that if you want to do yoga, you should
A do it at your own home.
B find the right teacher.
C not pay lots of money. - According to Kate, a common reason for not doing regular exercise is
A it takes too much time.
B it is too expensive.
C it will make a person tired. - How much time does Mike usually spend outside on his lunch break?
A 20 minutes
B 30 minutes
C 60 minutes - Which does Mark do to help him relax?
A He drinks some green tea.
B He has a cup of tea before bed.
C He tries to get enough sleep
Exercise 3: Choose the correct answer for each question.
- What are the two main points of the project?
a. The number of students who study more than one subject and their English grades.
b. The number of students who speak more than one language and their level of English.
c. The number of students in college and how many can speak English fluently.
d. The number of students who speak English and the number who speak another language. - How many students are there in total at the college?
a. More than 100
b. More than 200
c. Exactly 200
d. Less than 200 - What is Sofia’s concern about the project?
a. They won’t have time to talk to all the students.
b. They won’t find enough students who speak two languages.
c. They won’t be able to meet the teacher’s expectations.
d. They won’t have access to the college’s information. - What does Oliver suggest to save time?
a. Collecting data from their classmates.
b. Asking for information from the college office.
c. Interviewing students during lunch breaks.
d. Speaking to Miss Wainwright for advice. - Who does Sofia need to meet in the college office?
a. Mr. Black
b. Miss Wainwright
c. Miss Smith
d. Miss Brown - Where is the college office located?
a. Next to the IT services office.
b. Next door to the student administration office.
c. On the same floor as Mr. Black’s office.
d. On the floor above the student administration office. - Why does Sofia refuse Oliver’s lunch invitation?
a. She has an appointment with Miss Smith.
b. She needs to study for her maths test.
c. She has already eaten lunch.
d. She is going to the college office instead.
Exercise 4:
- What is one of the main reasons why smartphones are so successful, according to the speaker?
a. Their long battery life.
b. Their strong materials.
c. Their simple and clean design.
d. Their affordability. - What is the purpose of the power button on a smartphone?
a. To charge the phone.
b. To upload files.
c. To turn the phone on or off.
d. To check the battery level. - Where is the USB input located on a smartphone?
a. On the top right side of the phone.
b. On the bottom of the phone.
c. On the back of the phone.
d. Above the microphone. - Why is the case an important part of a smartphone?
a. It allows users to personalize their phone.
b. It protects the phone from breaking.
c. It improves the phone’s touch screen sensitivity.
d. It reduces the weight of the phone. - What percentage of the world’s population owned a smartphone in 2015?
a. 38%
b. 62%
c. 78%
d. 86% - What does the speaker predict about smartphones in 2025?
a. 100% of people will own one.
b. Smartphones will look the same as they do today.
c. 86% of the world’s population will own one.
d. Scientists will stop studying smartphones. - Why does the speaker think smartphones will become even more popular in the future?
a. They will become cheaper to produce.
b. People in less developed parts of the world will be richer.
c. Smartphones will have longer-lasting batteries.
d. Technology will stop advancing.
Exercise 5: Listen and choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
- The Shopping Tour bus is outside
A the theatre.
B the train station.
c some cafes. - Nowadays the theatre is popular because of
A its modern architecture.
B its music performances.
C the famous actors that appear there. - The shopping tour will begin at …
A 9.10.
B 9.30.
C 9.45. - What can people buy in Market Place today?
A souvenirs
B fruit and vegetables
C clothes - The main purpose of the visit to the Regional Food Centre is
A to have a meal.
B to buy local fruit juice.
C to taste cheeses from the region. - At the Fashion Fair, how will people on the tour know which building the footwear is in?
A It is a red building.
B It has a green roof.
C It has blue doors.
Exercise 6: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- What is the main purpose of Maria and Simon’s conversation?
A) To discuss the results of a completed project
B) To decide on a topic for their upcoming project
C) To review the progress of the Pluto expedition
D) To plan a trip to Arizona - Why does Dr. Thornton disagree with the idea of choosing the Pluto expedition?
A) It’s already been completed successfully.
B) It is too complicated to understand.
C) It’s been running for a long time and doesn’t allow for in-depth analysis.
D) The spacecraft is delayed and won’t send back pictures soon. - What makes the Mars expedition appealing to Maria and Dr. Thornton?
A) It involves advanced technology and robots.
B) It is still in the planning stages, allowing them to track its progress.
C) It has already been completed successfully.
D) It will provide them with images of Mars’ surface. - Where are the participants of the Mars expedition currently located?
A) In a spacecraft orbiting Mars
B) In a research lab in China
C) In a desert camp in Arizona
D) At a space center in Florida - What is Simon’s final opinion about the Chinese moon expedition?
A) He thinks it is the best choice because of new technology.
B) He believes it’s interesting but less suitable than the Mars expedition.
C) He suggests it because it involves sending astronauts.
D) He insists on focusing only on the moon expedition. - What does Dr. Thornton prefer about the Mars project?
A) The technological advancements of the spacecraft
B) Observing how a group of people live together in challenging conditions
C) The opportunity to analyze photographs from Mars
D) The historical significance of the Mars mission - When will Maria and Simon present their project outline?
A) Next Monday
B) Next Wednesday
C) This Friday
D) Tomorrow
Exercise 7: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- Simon is going to base his main study on
Awhy just over half of the participants stayed until the end of the project.
Bhow to make sure that people can survive on a real trip to Mars.
C how much the project was covered in the news media. - One surprising result of the project was that
A it was reported as a major news item.
B the participants were in danger of losing their lives.
Cinformation from the project will be used in a new design. - One thing that Dr Thornton is interested in finding out about the people in the Mars project is
A why they had health problems.
B how they coped physically with living close together.
Chow their physical well-being might develop in the future. - Maria intends to
A make a contribution to an important scientific publication.
Bwrite about how well the participants performed while living in a small space.
C focus only on the psychological issues affecting the participants. - In the end, the total spent on the Mars project was
A just over the planned amount.
B twice the planned amount.
Cjust under the planned amount. - The person who would absolutely refuse to be a participant in a repeat project is
A Simon.
B Dr Thornton.
C Maria.
Exercise 8: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- Where is Tom going when he meets Sarah and Samantha?
A. To the park
B. To the sports centre
C. To a personal trainer session
D. To buy gym equipment - How much does the gym cost per month with a student discount?
A. £20
B. £30
C. £40
D. £50 - Why does Tom prefer the gym over exercising in the park?
A. It’s cheaper than the park
B. It has modern equipment
C. He dislikes fresh air
D. He can exercise alone - What does Samantha think about gym memberships?
A. They are worth the money
B. They are too expensive
C. They are essential for fitness
D. They are better than personal trainers - What type of exercise does Samantha suggest?
A. Running in the park
B. Using gym equipment
C. Group exercise classes in the park
D. Cycling indoors - How much does Samantha pay for her personal trainer?
A. £10 per hour
B. £15 per hour
C. £20 per hour
D. £25 per hour - What additional benefit does Samantha mention about personal trainers?
A. Free gym memberships
B. Advice on diet
C. Discounts on equipment
D. Free group classes - Why is Sarah interested in a personal trainer?
A. She wants advice on her diet
B. She dislikes the gym
C. She prefers exercising alone
D. She needs cheaper options - What decision does Sarah make at the end of the conversation?
A. To only use the gym
B. To only use a personal trainer
C. To try both the gym and a personal trainer
D. To exercise in the park - What does Samantha offer to give Sarah?
A. A gym membership
B. Her personal trainer’s email address
C. A free training session
D. A list of park classes
Exercise 9:
Multiple-Choice Questions:
- Where did Jan recently take a short break?
a) Malaysia
b) The Arctic
c) Thurlestone
d) London - What does Jan recommend for getting to Thurlestone?
a) By plane
b) By train
c) By car
d) By bus - What is the weather like in Thurlestone at this time of year?
a) Warm and sunny
b) A bit cold and sometimes rainy
c) Very hot
d) Snowy - Which destination does Jan suggest for someone who prefers warmer weather?
a) The Arctic
b) England
c) Malaysia
d) Norway - What does Jan recommend doing in the countryside of Malaysia?
a) Booking accommodation in advance
b) Finding a room easily without booking
c) Staying in big cities
d) Avoiding tours - What should you do if you want to explore the jungle in Malaysia?
a) Go on your own
b) Take a tour guide
c) Go in the winter
d) Avoid the jungle - Why shouldn’t you visit the Arctic in winter?
a) It’s too crowded
b) It’s too hot
c) It’s dark all the time
d) There are no tours available - When is the best time to visit the Arctic according to Jan?
a) Spring
b) Winter
c) Summer
d) Autumn - How did Jan travel to the Arctic?
a) By plane
b) By train
c) By cruise ship
d) By car - What does Jan say about the Arctic’s temperature in the summer?
a) It’s very warm
b) It’s a bit warmer than winter
c) It’s extremely cold
d) It’s as cold as winter
Exercise 10: Listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer for each question.
- When can listeners hear Jack Riley’s cooking show?
A. Monday at 8:00 PM
B. Monday at 7:30 PM
C. Wednesday at 7:30 PM
D. Wednesday at 8:00 PM - On which channel can viewers watch Jack Riley’s TV appearance this Wednesday?
A. Channel One
B. Channel Two
C. Channel Three
D. Channel Four - What exams did Jack pass at school?
A. History and English
B. History and French
C. Maths and French
D. Maths and History - Where did Jack discover his love of cooking?
A. During family holidays in Spain
B. While watching TV chefs
C. Working at an Italian restaurant
D. At school during cooking classes - Why didn’t Jack train as a chef in Rome?
A. He didn’t have the money
B. He couldn’t speak Italian
C. He wanted to stay near his family
D. There were no jobs available - When did Jack first appear on TV?
A. 2004
B. 2005
C. 2006
D. 2007 - Which restaurant did Jack work at between 2002 and 2005?
A. The Lemon Grove
B. The Olive Tree
C. The FoodShow
D. Dinner with Jack - What was the title of Jack’s first bestselling cookbook?
A. The Lemon Grove
B. Dinner with Jack
C. Jack’s Best Dishes
D. The Olive Tree - What is Jack looking forward to in December?
A. Opening a new restaurant
B. Appearing in another TV show
C. The birth of his third child
D. Publishing a new cookbook - What skill does Jack say he still struggles with?
A. Writing books
B. Cooking soups
C. Working long hours
D. Doing maths
Exercise 11:
- What is the main focus of Sophie and Robert’s project?
a) The history of the town
b) The transport system in the town
c) The education system in the town
d) The environmental problems in the town
2. According to Robert, what is one cause of the transport problem?
a) Too many bicycles
b) Lack of parking spaces
c) The unreliable bus service
d) The construction of new roads
3. What does Sophie suggest the town council could do to reduce traffic?
a) Reduce bus fares
b) Improve road quality
c) Support the train service financially
d) Ban cars from the town center
4. Why does Robert mention the road accident rate?
a) It has been increasing due to heavy traffic
b) It has been falling because traffic moves slowly
c) It is the highest near the train station
d) It has no connection to the traffic problem
5. What health problems does Sophie mention as a result of poor air quality?
a) Flu and colds
b) Asthma and bronchitis
c) Headaches and fatigue
d) Heart disease and diabetes
6. Which area does Robert think is one of the worst for traffic?
a) The Starview Cinema
b) The town hall
c) The Arts Centre
d) Central Park
7. Where does Sophie say the worst traffic is along East Road?
a) By the Arts Centre
b) By the Starview Cinema
c) By the main roundabout
d) By the town hall
8. What is causing traffic problems near the town hall?
a) School buses in the morning
b) Heavy lorries from the industrial estate
c) Tourists visiting Central Park
d) Construction work in the area
9. What does Sophie suggest could improve traffic near the town hall?
a) Building a new roundabout
b) Banning buses from the area
c) Stopping lorries from entering in the morning
d) Adding more parking spaces
10. Where does Robert live?
a) Near the Starview Cinema
b) A few kilometers down the Scotsfield Road
c) Next to the Arts Centre
d) Close to the town hall
Exercise 12: Listen to the lecture and choose the correct answer for each question.
- What is the focus of the lecture?
a) The British healthcare system
b) The British transport system
c) The British education system
d) The British political system - Which regions share the same basic education system in the UK?
a) Scotland and England
b) Wales and Scotland
c) Northern Ireland and England
d) Wales and Northern Ireland - At what age is school attendance compulsory in England and Wales?
a) From 4 to 16
b) From 5 to 16
c) From 6 to 18
d) From 4 to 18 - What is the name of the early class that helps children adjust to regular schooling?
a) Nursery
b) Kindergarten
c) Reception
d) Junior school - When do students in England and Wales take their first SATS exams?
a) At age 7
b) At age 11
c) At age 14
d) At age 16 - What happens during Key Stage 3?
a) Students take national tests
b) Students leave primary school
c) Teachers assess students directly
d) Students graduate from secondary school - What are GCSEs designed for?
a) To assess school performance
b) To provide personal qualifications
c) To replace SATS exams
d) To prepare students for university - Which subject becomes optional after Key Stage 3?
a) Mathematics
b) Modern Foreign Languages
c) Science
d) Citizenship - What type of qualification do students aiming for university usually take?
a) NVQ
b) BTEC
c) A levels
d) SATS - What is a key feature of apprenticeships?
a) Students only study full-time
b) They are unpaid positions
c) They combine work experience with part-time study
d) They do not lead to permanent jobs