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SECTION 1

Questions 1–10

Complete the table below.

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

COOKERY CLASSES

Cookery Class	Focus	Other Information
Example The Food …Studio…	how to 1 and cook with seasonal products	● small classes ● also offers 2 classes ● clients who return get a 3 discount
Bond’s Cookery School	food that is 4	● includes recipes to strengthen your 5 ● they have a free 6 every Thursday
The 7 Centre	mainly 8 food	● located near the 9 ● a special course in skills with a 10 is sometimes available

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Questions 11–13

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Traffic Changes in Granford

11 Why are changes needed to traffic systems in Granford?

A The number of traffic accidents has risen.
B The amount of traffic on the roads has increased.
C The types of vehicles on the roads have changed.

12 In a survey, local residents particularly complained about

A dangerous driving by parents.
B pollution from trucks and lorries.
C inconvenience from parked cars.

13 According to the speaker, one problem with the new regulations will be

A raising money to pay for them.
B finding a way to make people follow them.
C getting the support of the police.

Questions 14–20

Label the map below.

Write the correct letter, A-I, next to Questions 14-20.

Proposed traffic changes in Granford

14 New traffic lights

15 Pedestrian crossing

16 Parking allowed

17 New ‘No Parking’ sign

18 New disabled parking spaces

19 Widened pavement

20 Lorry loading/unloading restrictions

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Questions 21–25

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21 Why is Jack interested in investigating seed germination?

A He may do a module on a related topic later on.
B He wants to have a career in plant science.
C He is thinking of choosing this topic for his dissertation.

22 Jack and Emma agree the main advantage of their present experiment is that it can be

A described very easily.
B carried out inside the laboratory.
C completed in the time available.

23 What do they decide to check with their tutor?

A whether their aim is appropriate
B whether anyone else has chosen this topic
C whether the assignment contributes to their final grade

24 They agree that Graves’ book on seed germination is disappointing because

A it fails to cover recent advances in seed science.
B the content is irrelevant for them.
C its focus is very theoretical.

25 What does Jack say about the article on seed germination by Lee Hall?

A The diagrams of plant development are useful.
B The analysis of seed germination statistics is thorough.
C The findings on seed germination after fires are surprising.

Questions 26–30

Complete the flow-chart below.

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 26-30.

A container B soil C weight D condition
E height F colour G types H depths

Stage in the experiment

Select seeds of different and sizes.

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Measure and record the and size of each one.

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Decide on the to be used.

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Use a different for each seed and label it.

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After about 3 weeks, record the plant’s .

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Investigate the findings.

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Questions 31–40

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Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Effects of urban environments on animals

Introduction

Recent urban developments represent massive environmental changes. It was previously thought that only a few animals were suitable for city life, e.g.

● the 31 – because of its general adaptability

● the pigeon – because walls of city buildings are similar to 32

In fact, many urban animals are adapting with unusual 33 .

Recent research

● Emilie Snell-Rood studied small urbanised mammal specimens from museums in Minnesota.

– She found the size of their 34 had increased.

– She suggests this may be due to the need to locate new sources of 35 and to deal with new dangers.

● Catarina Miranda focused on the 36 of urban and rural blackbirds.

– She found urban birds were often braver, but were afraid of situations that were 37

● Jonathan Atwell studies how animals respond to urban environments.

– He found that some animals respond to 38 by producing lower levels of hormones.

● Sarah Partan’s team found urban squirrels use their 39 to help them communicate.

Long-term possibilities

Species of animals may develop which are unique to cities. However, some changes may not be 40 .

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Questions 1-10

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TOTAL HEALTH CLINIC

PATIENT DETAILS

Personal information

Example

Name Julie Anne ……Garcia…..

Contact phone 1

Date of birth 2 , 1992

Occupation works as a 3

Insurance company 4 Life Insurance

Details of the problem

Type of problem pain in her left 5

When it began 6 ago

Action already taken has taken painkillers and applied ice

Other information

Sports played belongs to a 7 club
goes 8 regularly

Medical history injured her 9 last year
no allergies
no regular medication apart from 10

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SECTION 2

Questions 11-15

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Visit to Branley Castle

11 Before Queen Elizabeth I visited the castle in 1576,

A repairs were carried out to the quest rooms.
B a new building was constructed for her.
C a fire damaged part of the main hall.

12 In 1982, the castle was sold to

A the government
B the Fenys family.
C an entertainment company.

13 In some of the rooms, visitors can

A speak to experts on the history of the castle.
B interact with actors dressed as famous characters.
C see models of historical figures moving and talking.

14 In the castle park, visitors can

A see an 800-year-old tree.
B go to an art exhibition.
C visit a small zoo.

15 At the end of the visit, the group will have

A afternoon tea in the conservatory.
B the chance to meet the castle’s owners.
C a photograph together on the Great Staircase.

Questions 16-20

Label the plan below.

Write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 16-20

Branley Castle

16 Starting point for walking the walls

17 Bow and arrow display

18 Hunting birds display

19 Traditional dancing

20 Shop

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Questions 21-24

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Woolly mammoths on St Paul’s Island

21 How will Rosie and Martin introduce their presentation?

A with a drawing of woolly mammoths in their natural habit
B with a timeline showing when woolly mammoths lived
C with a video clip about woolly mammoths

22 What was surprising about the mammoth tooth found by Russell Graham?

A It was still embedded in the mammoth’s jawbone.
B It was from an unknown species of mammoth.
C It was not as old as mammoth remains from elsewhere.

23 The students will use an animated diagram to demonstrate how the mammoths

A became isolated on the island.
B spread from the island to other areas.
C coexisted with other animals on the island.

24 According to Martin, what is unusual about the date of the mammoths’ extinction on the island?

A how exact it is
B how early it is
C how it was established

Questions 25-30

What action will the students take for each of the following sections of their presentation?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 25-30.

Actions
A make it more interactive
B reduce visual input
C add personal opinions
D contact one of the researchers
E make detailed notes
F find information online
G check timing
H organise the content more clearly

25 Introduction

26 Discovery of the mammoth tooth

27 Initial questions asked by the researchers

28 Further research carried out on the island

29 Findings and possible explanations

30 Relevance to the present day

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Questions 31-40

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The history of weather forecasting

Ancient cultures

• many cultures believed that floods and other disasters were involved in the creation of the world

• many cultures invented 31 and other ceremonies to make the weather gods friendly

• people needed to observe and interpret the sky to ensure their 32

• around 650 BC, Babylonians started forecasting, using weather phenomena such as 33

• by 300 BC, the Chinese had a calendar made up of a number of 34 connected with the weather

Ancient Greeks

• a more scientific approach

• Aristotle tried to explain the formation of various weather phenomena

• Aristotle also described haloes and 35

Middle Ages

• Aristotle’s work considered accurate

• many proverbs, e.g. about the significance of the colour of the 36 , passed on accurate information.

15th-19th centuries

• 15th century: scientists recognised value of 37 for the first time

• Galileo invented the 38

• Pascal showed relationship between atmospheric pressure and altitude

• from the 17th century, scientists could measure atmospheric pressure and temperature

• 18th century: Franklin identified the movement of 39

• 19th century: data from different locations could be sent to the same place by 40

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PART 1

Questions 1 – 10

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Bankside Recruitment Agency

● Address of agency: 497 Eastside, Docklands

● Name of agent: Becky 1

● Phone number: 07866 510333

● Best to call her in the 2

Typical jobs

● Clerical and admin roles, mainly in the finance industry

● Must have good 3 skills

● Jobs are usually for at least one 4

● Pay is usually 5 £ per hour

Registration process

● Wear a 6 to the interview

● Must bring your 7 to the interview

● They will ask questions about each applicant’s 8

Advantages of using an agency

● The 9 you receive at interview will benefit you

● Will get access to vacancies which are not advertised

● Less 10 is involved in applying for jobs

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PART 2

Questions 11 – 14

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Matthews Island Holidays

11 According to the speaker, the company

A has been in business for longer than most of its competitors.

B arranges holidays to more destinations than its competitors.

C has more customers than its competitors.

12 Where can customers meet the tour manager before travelling to the Isle of Man?

A Liverpool

B Heysham

C Luton

13 How many lunches are included in the price of the holiday?

A three

B four

C five

14 Customers have to pay extra for

A guaranteeing themselves a larger room.

B booking at short notice.

C transferring to another date.

Questions 15-20

Complete the table below.

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Timetable for Isle of Man holiday

	Activity	Notes
Day 1	Arrive	Introduction by manager Hotel dining room has view of the 15
Day 2	Tynwald Exhibition and Peel	Tynwald may have been founded in 16 not 979.
Day 3	Trip to Snaefell	Travel along promenade in a tram; train to Laxey; train to the 17 of Snaefell
Day 4	Free day	Company provides a 18 for local transport and heritage sites.
Day 5	Take the 19 railway train from Douglas to Port Erin	Free time, then coach to Castletown – former 20 has old castle.
Day 6	Leave	Leave the island by ferry or plane

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PART 3

Questions 21 – 26

What did findings of previous research claim about the personality traits a child is likely to have because of their position in the family?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 21-26

Personality Traits

A outgoing

B selfish

C independent

D attention-seeking

E introverted

F co-operative

G caring

H competitive

Position in family

21 the eldest child

22 a middle child

23 the youngest child

24 a twin

25 an only child

26 a child with much older siblings

Questions 27 and 28

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

27 What do the speakers say about the evidence relating to birth order and academic success?

A There is conflicting evidence about whether oldest children perform best in intelligence tests.

B There is little doubt that birth order has less influence on academic achievement than socio-economic status.

C Some studies have neglected to include important factors such as family size.

28 What does Ruth think is surprising about the difference in oldest children’s academic performance?

A It is mainly thanks to their roles as teachers for their younger siblings.

B The advantages they have only lead to a slightly higher level of achievement.

C The extra parental attention they receive at a young age makes little difference.

Questions 29 and 30

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO experiences of sibling rivalry do the speakers agree has been valuable for them?

A learning to share B learning to stand up for oneself C learning to be a good loser D learning to be tolerant E learning to say sorry

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PART 4

Questions 31 – 40

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Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

The Eucalyptus Tree in Australia

Importance

● it provides 31 and food for a wide range of species

● its leaves provide 32 which is used to make a disinfectant

Reasons for present decline in number

A) Diseases

(i) ‘Mundulla Yellows’

● Cause – lime used for making 33 was absorbed
– trees were unable to take in necessary iron through their roots

(ii) ‘Bell-miner Associated Die-back’

●   Cause    – 34 feed on eucalyptus leaves
                     – they secrete a substance containing sugar
                     – bell-miner birds are attracted by this and keep away other species

B) Bushfires

William Jackson’s theory:

● high-frequency bushfires have impact on vegetation, resulting in the growth of 35

●   mid-frequency bushfires result in the growth of eucalyptus forests, because they:
      – make more 36 available to the trees
      – maintain the quality of the 37

●   low-frequency bushfires result in the growth of 38 ‘ rainforest’, which is:
      – a 39 Ecosystem
      – an ideal environment for the 40 of the bell-miner

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Questions 1 – 4

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Festival information

Date	Type of event	Details
17th	a concert	performers from Canada
18th	a ballet	company called 1
19th-20th (afternoon)	a play	type of play: a comedy called Jemima has had a good 2
20th (evening)	a 3 show	show is called 4

Questions 5-10

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Workshops

● Making 5 food

● (children only) Making 6

● (adults only) Making toys from 7 using various tools

Outdoor activities

● Swimming in the 8

● Walking in the woods, led by an expert on 9

See the festival organiser’s 10 for more information

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PART 2

Questions 11 – 14

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Minster Park

11   The park was originally established

A   as an amenity provided by the city council.
B   as land belonging to a private house.
C   as a shared area set up by the local community.

12   Why is there a statue of Diane Gosforth in the park?

A   She was a resident who helped to lead a campaign.
B   She was a council member responsible for giving the public access.
C   She was a senior worker at the park for many years.

13   During the First World War, the park was mainly used for

A   exercises by troops.
B   growing vegetables.
C   public meetings.

14   When did the physical transformation of the park begin?

A   2013
B   2015
C   2016

Questions 15-20

Label the map below.

Write the correct letter, A-I, next to Questions 15-20.

15 statue of Diane Gosforth

16 wooden sculptures

17 playground

18 maze

19 tennis courts

20 fitness area

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PART 3

Questions 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO groups of people is the display primarily intended for?

A student from the English department B residents of the local area C the university’s teaching staff D potential new students E students from other departments

Questions 23 and 24

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

What are Cathy and Graham’s TWO reasons for choosing the novelist Charles Dickens?

A His speeches inspired others to try to improve society. B He used his publications to draw attention to social problems. C His novels are well-known now. D He was consulted on a number of social issues. E His reputation has changed in recent times.

Questions 25-30

What topic do Cathy and Graham choose to illustrate with each novel?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 25-30.

Topics

A   poverty
B   education
C   Dickens’s travels
D   entertainment
E   crime and the law
F   wealth
G   medicine
H   a woman’s life

25 The Pickwick Papers

26 Oliver Twist

27 Nicholas Nickleby

28 Martin Chuzzlewit

29 Bleak House

30 Little Dorrit

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PART 4

Questions 31 – 40

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Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Agricultural programme in Mozambique

How the programme was organised

● It focused on a dry and arid region in Chicualacuala district, near the Limpopo River.

● People depended on the forest to provide charcoal as a source of income.

● 31 was seen as the main priority to ensure the supply of water.

● Most of the work organised by farmers’ associations was done by 32

● Fenced areas created to keep animals away from crops.

●   The programme provided
    – 33 for the fences
    – 34 for suitable crops
    – water pumps.

●   The farmers provided
    – labour
    – 35 for the fences on their land.

Further developments

● The marketing of produce was sometimes difficult due to lack of 36 .

● Training was therefore provided in methods of food 37 .

● Farmers made special places where 38 could be kept.

● Local people later suggested keeping 39 .

Evaluation and lessons learned

● Agricultural production increased, improving incomes and food security.

● Enough time must be allowed, particularly for the 40 phase of the programme.

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PART 1

Questions 1 – 10

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Copying photos to digital format

Name of company: Picturerep

Requirements

● Maximum size of photos is 30 cm, minimum size 4 cm.

● Photos must not be in a 1 or an album.

Cost

● The cost for 360 photos is 2 £ (including one disk).

● Before the complete order is sent, 3 is required.

Services included in the price

● Photos can be placed in a folder, e.g. with the name 4 .

● The 5 and contrast can be improved if necessary.

● Photos which are very fragile will be scanned by 6 .

Special restore service (costs extra)

● It may be possible to remove an object from a photo, or change the 7 .

● A photo which is not correctly in 8 cannot be fixed.

Other information

● Orders are completed within 9 .

● Send the photos in a box (not 10 ).

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PART 2

Questions 11 – 15

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Minster Park

11 Dartfield House school used to be

A a tourist information centre.

B a private home.

C a local council building.

12 What is planned with regard to the lower school?

A All buildings on the main site will be improved.

B The lower school site will be used for new homes.

C Additional school buildings will be constructed on the lower school site.

13 The catering has been changed because of

A long queuing times.

B changes to the school timetable.

C dissatisfaction with the menus.

14 Parents are asked to

A help their children to decide in advance which serving point to use.

B make sure their children have enough money for food.

C advise their children on healthy food to eat.

15 What does the speaker say about the existing canteen?

A Food will still be served there.

B Only staff will have access to it.

C Pupils can take their food into it.

Questions 16-18

What comment does the speaker make about each of the following serving points in the Food Hall?

Choose THREE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-D, next to Questions 16-18.

Comments

A pupils help to plan menus

B only vegetarian food

C different food every week

D daily change in menu

Food available at serving points in Food Hall

16 World Adventures

17 Street Life

18 Speedy Italian

Questions 19 and 20

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO optional after-school lessons are new?

A swimming B piano C acting D cycling E theatre sound and lighting

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Questions 21-24

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Assignment on sleep and dreams

21 Luke read that one reason why we often forget dreams is that

A our memories cannot cope with too much information.

B we might other wise be confused about what is real.

C we do not think they are important.

22 What do Luke and Susie agree about dreams predicting the future?

A It may just be due to chance.

B It only happens with certain types of event.

C It happens more often than some people think.

23 Susie says that a study on pre-school children having a short nap in the day

A had controversial results.

B used faulty research methodology.

C failed to reach any clear conclusions.

24 In their last assignment, both students had problems with

A statistical analysis.

B making an action plan.

C self-assessment

Questions 25-30

Complete the flow chart below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Assignment plan

Decide on research question:
Is there a relationship between hours of sleep and number of dreams?

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Decide on sample:
Twelve students from the 25 department

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Decide on methodology:
Self-reporting

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Decide on procedure:
Answers on 26

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Check ethical guidelines for working with 27
Ensure that risk is assessed and 28 is kept to a minimum

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Analyse the results
Calculate the correlation and make a 29

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30 the research

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PART 4

Questions 31 – 40

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Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Health benefits of dance

Recent findings:

● All forms of dance produce various hormones associated with feelings of happiness.

● Dancing with others has a more positive impact than dancing alone.

● An experiment on university students suggested that dance increases 31 .

● For those with mental illness, dance could be used as a form of 32 .

Benefits of dance for older people:

● accessible for people with low levels of 33

● reduces the risk of heart disease

● better 34 reduces the risk of accidents

● improves 35 function by making it work faster

● improves participants’ general well-being

● gives people more 36 to take exercise

● can lessen the feeling of 37 , very common in older people

Benefits of Zumba:

● A study at The University of Wisconsin showed that doing Zumba for 40 minutes uses up as many 38 as other quite intense forms of exercise.

● The American Journal of Health Behavior study showed that:

– women suffering from 39 benefited from doing Zumba.

– Zumba became a 40 for the participants.

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PART 1

Questions 1 – 7

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Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Opportunities for voluntary work in Southoe village

Library

● Help with books (times to be arranged)

● Help needed to keep of books up to date

● Library is in the Room in the village hall

Lunch club

● Help by providing

● Help with hobbies such as

Help for individuals needed next week

● Taking Mrs Carroll to

● Work in the at Mr Selsbury’s house

Questions 8-10

Complete the table below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Village social events

19 Oct Village hall providing refreshments

18 Nov dance Village hall checking

31 Dec New Year’s Eve party Mountfort Hotel designing the

PART 2

Questions 11 – 14

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Oniton Hall

11 Many past owners made changes to

A the gardens.

B the house.

C the farm.

12 Sir Edward Downes built Oniton Hall because he wanted

A a place for discussing politics.

B a place to display his wealth.

C a place for artists and writers.

13 Visitors can learn about the work of servants in the past from

A audio guides.

B photographs.

C people in costume.

14 What is new for children at Onion Hall?

A clothes for dressing up

B mini tractors

C the adventure playground

Questions 15-20

Which activity is offered at each of the following locations on the farm?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 15-20.

Activities

A shopping

B watching cows being milked

C seeing old farming equipment

D eating and drinking

E starting a trip

F seeing rare breeds of animals

G helping to look after animals

H using farming tools

Locations on the farm

15 dairy

16 large barn

17 small barn

18 stables

19 shed

20 parkland

PART 3

Questions 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO things do the students agree they need to include in their review of Romeo and Juliet?

A analysis of the text
B a summary of the plot
C a description of the theatre
D a personal reaction
E a reference to particular scenes

Questions 23-27

Which opinion do the speakers give about each of the following aspects of The Emporium’s production of Romeo and Juliet?

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 23-27

Opinions

A They both expected this to be more traditional.

B They both thought this was original.

C They agree this created the right atmosphere.

D They agree this was a major strength.

E They were both disappointed by this.

F They disagree about why this was an issue.

G They disagree about how this could be improved.

Aspects of the production

23 the set

24 the lighting

25 the costume design

26 the music

27 the actors’ delivery

Questions 28-30

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

28 The students think the story of Romeo and Juliet is still relevant for young people today because

A it illustrates how easily conflict can start.

B it deals with problems that families experience.

C it teaches them about relationships.

29 The students found watching Romeo and Juliet in another language

A frustrating.

B demanding.

C moving.

30 Why do the students think Shakespeare’s plays have such international appeal?

A The stories are exciting.

B There are recognisable characters.

C They can be interpreted in many ways.

PART 4

Questions 31 – 40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

The impact of digital technology on the Icelandic language

The Icelandic language

● has approximately speakers

● has a that is still growing

● has not changed a lot over the last thousand years

● has its own words for computer-based concepts, such as web browser and

Young speakers

● are big users of digital technology, such as

● are becoming very quickly

● are having discussions using only English while they are in the at school

● are better able to identify the content of a in English than Icelandic

Technology and internet companies

● write very little in Icelandic because of the small number of speakers and because of how complicated its is

The Icelandic government

● has set up a fund to support the production of more digital content in the language

● believes that Icelandic has a secure future

● is worried that young Icelanders may lose their as Icelanders

● is worried about the consequences of children not being in either Icelandic or English

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PART 1

Questions 1 – 10

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Advice on surfing holidays

Jack’s advice

● Recommends surfing for holidays in the summer

● Need to be quite

Irish surfing locations

● County Clare

– Lahinch has some good quality and surf schools

– There are famous cliffs nearby

● County Mayo

– Good surf school at beach

– Surf camp lasts for one

– Can also explore the local by kayak

Weather

● Best month to go:

● Average temperature in summer: approx. degrees

Costs

● Equipment

– Wetsuit and surfboard: euros per day

– Also advisable to hire for warmth

PART 2

Questions 11 – 14

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO facts are given about the school’s extended hours childcare service?

A It started recently.
B More children attend after school than before school.
C An average of 50 children attend in the mornings.
D A child cannot attend both the before and after school sessions.
E The maximum number of children who can attend is 70.

Questions 13-15

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

13 How much does childcare cost for a complete afternoon session per child?

A £3.50

B £5.70

C £7.20

14 What does the manager say about food?

A Children with allergies should bring their own food.

B Children may bring healthy snacks with them.

C Children are given a proper meal at 5 p.m.

15 What is different about arrangements in the school holidays?

A Children from other schools can attend.

B Older children can attend.

C A greater number of children can attend.

Questions 16-20

What information is given about each of the following activities on offer?

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 16-20.

Information

A has limited availability

B is no longer available

C is for over 8s only

D requires help from parents

E involves an additional fee

F is a new activity

G was requested by children

Activities

16 Spanish

17 Music

18 Painting

19 Yoga

20 Cooking

PART 3

Questions 21-24

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Holly’s Work Placement Tutorial

21 Holly has chosen the Orion Stadium placement because

A it involves children.

B it is outdoors.

C it sounds like fun.

22 Which aspect of safety does Dr Green emphasise most?

A ensuring children stay in the stadium

B checking the equipment children will use

C removing obstacles in changing rooms

23 What does Dr Green say about the spectators?

A They can be hard to manage.

B They make useful volunteers.

C They shouldn’t take photographs.

24 What has affected the schedule in the past?

A bad weather

B an injury

C extra time

Questions 25-30

What do Holly and her tutor agree is an important aspect of each of the following events management skills?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 25-30.

Important aspects

A being flexible

B focusing on details

C having a smart appearance

D hiding your emotions

E relying on experts

F trusting your own views

G doing one thing at a time

H thinking of the future

Events management skills

25 Communication

26 Organisation

27 Time management

28 Creativity

29 Leadership

30 Networking

PART 4

Questions 31 – 40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Bird Migration Theory

Most birds are believed to migrate seasonally.

Hibernation theory

● It was believed that birds hibernated underwater or buried themselves in .

● This theory was later disproved by experiments on caged birds.

Transmutation theory

● Aristotle believed birds changed from one species into another in summer and winter.

– In autumn he observed that redstarts experience the loss of and thought they then turned into robins.

– Aristotle’s assumptions were logical because the two species of birds had a similar .

17th century

● Charles Morton popularised the idea that birds fly to the in winter.

Scientific developments

● In 1822, a stork was killed in Germany which had an African spear in its .

– previously there had been no that storks migrate to Africa

● Little was known about the and journeys of migrating birds until the practice of ringing was established.

– It was thought large birds carried small birds on some journeys because they were considered incapable of travelling across huge .

– Ringing depended on what is called the of dead birds.

● In 1931, the first to show the migration of European birds was printed.

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Questions 1–5

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Working at Milo’s Restaurants

Benefits

● 1 provided for all staff

● 2 during weekdays at all Milo’s Restaurants

● 3 provided after midnight

Person specification

● must be prepared to work well in a team

● must care about maintaining a high standard of 4

● must have a qualification in 5

Questions 6–10

Complete the table below.

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Location	Job title	Responsibilities include	Pay and conditions
6 Street	Breakfast supervisor	Checking portions, etc. are correct Making sure 7 is clean	Starting salary £ 8 per hour Start work at 5.30 a.m.
City Road	Junior chef	Supporting senior chefs Maintaining stock and organising 9	Annual salary £23,000 No work on a 10 once a month

PART 2

Questions 11 and 12

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

What are the TWO main reasons why this site has been chosen for the housing development?

A It has suitable geographical features. B There is easy access to local facilities. C It has good connections with the airport. D The land is of little agricultural value. E It will be convenient for workers.

Questions 13 and 14

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO aspects of the planned housing development have people given positive feedback about?

A the facilities for cyclists B the impact on the environment C the encouragement of good relations between residents D the low cost of all the accommodation E the rural location

Questions 15–20

Label the map below.

Write the correct letter, A–I, next to Questions 15–20.

Map of the planned housing development, labelled A to I

15 School

16 Sports centre

17 Clinic

18 Community centre

19 Supermarket

20 Playground

PART 3

Questions 21–24

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21 Why do the students think the Laki eruption of 1783 is so important?

A It was the most severe eruption in modern times.

B It led to the formal study of volcanoes.

C It had a profound effect on society.

22 What surprised Adam about observations made at the time?

A the number of places producing them

B the contradictions in them

C the lack of scientific data to support them

23 According to Michelle, what did the contemporary sources say about the Laki haze?

A People thought it was similar to ordinary fog.

B It was associated with health issues.

C It completely blocked out the sun for weeks.

24 Adam corrects Michelle when she claims that Benjamin Franklin

A came to the wrong conclusion about the cause of the haze.

B was the first to identify the reason for the haze.

C supported the opinions of other observers about the haze.

Questions 25 and 26

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO issues following the Laki eruption surprised the students?

A how widespread the effects were B how long-lasting the effects were C the number of deaths it caused D the speed at which the volcanic ash cloud spread E how people ignored the warning signs

Questions 27–30

What comment do the students make about the impact of the Laki eruption on the following countries?

Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–F, next to Questions 27–30.

Comments

A This country suffered the most severe loss of life.

B The impact on agriculture was predictable.

C There was a significant increase in deaths of young people.

D Animals suffered from a sickness.

E This country saw the highest rise in food prices in the world.

F It caused a particularly harsh winter.

Countries

27 Iceland

28 Egypt

29 UK

30 USA

PART 4

Questions 31–40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Pockets

Reason for choice of subject

● They are 31 but can be overlooked by consumers and designers.

Pockets in men’s clothes

● Men started to wear 32 in the 18th century.

● A 33 sewed pockets into the lining of the garments.

● The wearer could use the pockets for small items.

● Bigger pockets might be made for men who belonged to a certain type of 34

Pockets in women’s clothes

● Women’s pockets were less 35 than men’s.

● Women were very concerned about pickpockets.

● Pockets were produced in pairs using 36 to link them together.

● Pockets hung from the women’s 37 under skirts and petticoats.

● Items such as 38 could be reached through a gap in the material.

● Pockets, of various sizes, stayed inside clothing for many decades.

● When dresses changed shape, hidden pockets had a negative effect on the 39 of women.

● Bags called ‘pouches’ became popular, before women carried a 40

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Questions 1–4

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Wayside Camera Club membership form

Name: Dan Green

Email address: dan1068@market.com

Home address: 52 1 Street, Peacetown

Heard about us: from a 2

Reasons for joining: to enter competitions to 3

Type of membership: 4 membership (£30)

Questions 5–10

Complete the table below.

Write NO MORE THAN TWO WORDS for each answer.

Photography competitions

Title of competition	Instructions	Feedback to Dan
5 ‘’	A scene in the home	The picture’s composition was not good.
‘Beautiful Sunsets’	Scene must show some 6	The 7 was wrong.
8 ‘’	Scene must show 9	The photograph was too 10 .

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Questions 11 and 12

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO warnings does Dan give about picking mushrooms?

A Don’t pick more than one variety of mushroom at a time. B Don’t pick mushrooms near busy roads. C Don’t eat mushrooms given to you. D Don’t eat mushrooms while picking them. E Don’t pick old mushrooms.

Questions 13 and 14

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO ideas about wild mushrooms does Dan say are correct?

A Mushrooms should always be peeled before eating. B Mushrooms eaten by animals may be unsafe. C Cooking destroys toxins in mushrooms. D Brightly coloured mushrooms can be edible. E All poisonous mushrooms have a bad smell.

Questions 15–20

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

15 What advice does Dan give about picking mushrooms in parks?

A Choose wooded areas.

B Don’t disturb wildlife.

C Get there early.

16 Dan says it is a good idea for beginners to

A use a mushroom app.

B join a group.

C take a reference book.

17 What does Dan say is important for conservation?

A selecting only fully grown mushrooms

B picking a limited amount of mushrooms

C avoiding areas where rare mushroom species grow

18 According to Dan, some varieties of wild mushrooms are in decline because there is

A a huge demand for them from restaurants.

B a lack of rain in this part of the country.

C a rise in building developments locally.

19 Dan says that when storing mushrooms, people should

A keep them in the fridge for no more than two days.

B keep them in a brown bag in a dark room.

C leave them for a period after washing them.

20 What does Dan say about trying new varieties of mushrooms?

A Experiment with different recipes.

B Expect some to have a strong taste.

C Cook them for a long time.

PART 3

Questions 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO opinions about the Luddites do the students express?

A Their actions were ineffective. B They are still influential today. C They have received unfair criticism. D They were proved right. E Their attitude is understandable.

Questions 23 and 24

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO predictions about the future of work are the students doubtful about?

A Work will be more rewarding. B Unemployment will fall. C People will want to delay retiring. D Working hours will be shorter. E People will change jobs more frequently.

Questions 25–30

What comment do the students make about each of the following jobs?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–G, next to Questions 25–30.

Comments

A These jobs are likely to be at risk.

B Their role has become more interesting in recent years.

C The number of people working in this sector has fallen dramatically.

D This job will require more qualifications.

E Higher disposable income has led to a huge increase in jobs.

F There is likely to be a significant rise in demand for this service.

G Both employment and productivity have risen.

Jobs

25 Accountants

26 Hairdressers

27 Administrative staff

28 Agricultural workers

29 Care workers

30 Bank clerks

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Questions 31–40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Space Traffic Management

A Space Traffic Management system

● is a concept similar to Air Traffic Control, but for satellites rather than planes.

● would aim to set up legal and 31 ways of improving safety.

● does not actually exist at present.

Problems in developing effective Space Traffic Management

● Satellites are now quite 32 and therefore more widespread (e.g. there are constellations made up of 33 of satellites).

● At present, satellites are not required to transmit information to help with their 34 .

● There are few systems for 35 satellites.

● Small pieces of debris may be difficult to identify.

● Operators may be unwilling to share details of satellites used for 36 or commercial reasons.

● It may be hard to collect details of the object’s 37 at a given time.

● Scientists can only make a 38 about where the satellite will go.

Solutions

● Common standards should be agreed on for the presentation of information.

● The information should be combined in one 39 .

● A coordinated system must be designed to create 40 in its users.

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Job details from employment agency

Role: 1

Location: Fordham 2 Centre

3 Road, Fordham

Work involves

● dealing with enquiries

● making 4 and reorganising them

● maintaining the internal 5

● general administration

Requirements

● 6 (essential)

● a calm and 7 manner

● good IT skills

Other information

● a 8 job – further opportunities may be available

● hours: 7.45 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday to Friday

● 10 is available onsite

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Questions 11–14

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

11 The museum building was originally

A a factory.

B a private home.

C a hall of residence.

12 The university uses part of the museum building as

A teaching rooms.

B a research library.

C administration offices.

13 What does the guide say about the entrance fee?

A Visitors decide whether or not they wish to pay.

B Only children and students receive a discount.

C The museum charges extra for special exhibitions.

14 What are visitors advised to leave in the cloakroom?

A cameras

B coats

C bags

Questions 15–20

What information does the speaker give about each of the following areas of the museum?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–H, next to Questions 15–20.

Information

A Parents must supervise their children.

B There are new things to see.

C It is closed today.

D This is only for school groups.

E There is a quiz for visitors.

F It features something created by students.

G An expert is here today.

H There is a one-way system.

Areas of museum

15 Four Seasons

16 Farmhouse Kitchen

17 A Year on the Farm

18 Wagon Walk

19 Bees are Magic

20 The Pond

PART 3

Questions 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A–E.

Which TWO educational skills were shown in the video of children doing origami?

A solving problems B following instructions C working cooperatively D learning through play E developing hand-eye coordination

Questions 23–27

Which comment do the students make about each of the following children in the video?

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–G, next to Questions 23–27.

Comments

A demonstrated independence

B asked for teacher support

C developed a competitive attitude

D seemed to find the activity calming

E seemed pleased with the results

F seemed confused

G seemed to find the activity easy

Children

23 Sid

24 Jack

25 Naomi

26 Anya

27 Zara

Questions 28–30

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

28 Before starting an origami activity in class, the students think it is important for the teacher to

A make models that demonstrate the different stages.

B check children understand the terminology involved.

C tell children not to worry if they find the activity difficult.

29 The students agree that some teachers might be unwilling to use origami in class because

A they may not think that crafts are important.

B they may not have the necessary skills.

C they may worry that it will take up too much time.

30 Why do the students decide to use origami in their maths teaching practice?

A to correct a particular misunderstanding

B to set a challenge

C to introduce a new concept

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Questions 31–40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Victor Hugo

His novel, Les Misérables

● It has been adapted for theatre and cinema.

● We know more about its overall 31 than about its author.

His early career

● In Paris, his career was successful and he led the Romantic movement.

● He spoke publicly about social issues, such as 32 and education.

● Napoleon III disliked his views and exiled him.

His exile from France

● Victor Hugo had to live elsewhere in 33 .

● He used his income from the sale of some 34 he had written to buy a house on Guernsey.

His house on Guernsey

● Victor Hugo lived in this house until the end of the Empire in France.

● The ground floor contains portraits, 35 and tapestries that he valued.

● He bought cheap 36 made of wood and turned this into beautiful wall carvings.

● The first floor consists of furnished areas with wallpaper and 37 that have a Chinese design.

● The library still contains many of his favourite books.

● He wrote in a room at the top of the house that had a view of the 38 .

● He entertained other writers as well as poor 39 in his house.

● Victor Hugo’s 40 gave ownership of the house to the city of Paris in 1927.

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Name of restaurant	Location	Reason for recommendation	Other comments
The Junction	Greyson Street, near the station	Good for people who are especially keen on 1	Quite expensive The 2 is a good place for a drink
Paloma	In Bow Street next to the cinema	3 food, good for sharing	Staff are very friendly Need to pay £50 deposit A limited selection of 4 food on the menu
The 5	At the top of a 6	A famous chef All the 7 are very good Only uses 8 ingredients	Set lunch costs £ 9 per person Portions probably of 10 size

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Questions 11–16

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

11 Heather says pottery differs from other art forms because

A it lasts longer in the ground.
B it is practised by more people.
C it can be repaired more easily.

12 Archaeologists sometimes identify the use of ancient pottery from

A the clay it was made with.
B the marks that are on it.
C the basic shape of it.

13 Some people join Heather’s pottery class because they want to

A create an item that looks very old.
B find something that they are good at.
C make something that will outlive them.

14 What does Heather value most about being a potter?

A its calming effect
B its messy nature
C its physical benefits

15 Most of the visitors to Edelman Pottery

A bring friends to join courses.
B have never made a pot before.
C try to learn techniques too quickly.

16 Heather reminds her visitors that they should

A put on their aprons.
B change their clothes.
C take off their jewellery.

Questions 17 and 18

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO things does Heather explain about kilns?

A what their function is B when they were invented C ways of keeping them safe D where to put one in your home E what some people use instead of one

Questions 19 and 20

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO points does Heather make about a potter’s tools?

A Some are hard to hold. B Some are worth buying. C Some are essential items. D Some have memorable names. E Some are available for use by participants.

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Questions 21 and 22

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO things do the students both believe are responsible for the increase in loneliness?

A social media B smaller nuclear families C urban design D longer lifespans E a mobile workforce

Questions 23 and 24

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO health risks associated with loneliness do the students agree are based on solid evidence?

A a weakened immune system B dementia C cancer D obesity E cardiovascular disease

Questions 25 and 26

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO opinions do both students express about the evolutionary theory of loneliness?

A It has little practical relevance. B It needs further investigation. C It is misleading. D It should be more widely accepted. E It is difficult to understand.

Questions 27–30

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

Loneliness and mental health

27 When comparing loneliness to depression, the students

A doubt that there will ever be a medical cure for loneliness.
B claim that the link between loneliness and mental health is overstated.
C express frustration that loneliness is not taken more seriously.

28 Why do the students decide to start their presentation with an example from their own experience?

A to explain how difficult loneliness can be
B to highlight a situation that most students will recognise
C to emphasise that feeling lonely is more common for men than women

29 The students agree that talking to strangers is a good strategy for dealing with loneliness because

A it creates a sense of belonging.
B it builds self-confidence.
C it makes people feel more positive.

30 The students find it difficult to understand why solitude is considered to be

A similar to loneliness.
B necessary for mental health.
C an enjoyable experience.

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Questions 31–40

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Reclaiming urban rivers

Historical background

● Nearly all major cities were built on a river.

● Rivers were traditionally used by city dwellers for transport, fishing and recreation.

● Industrial development and rising populations later led to:

○ more sewage from houses being discharged into the river

○ pollution from 31 on the river bank.

● In 1957, the River Thames in London was declared biologically 32 .

Recent improvements

● Seals and even a 33 have been seen in the River Thames.

● Riverside warehouses are converted to restaurants and 34

● In Los Angeles, there are plans to:

○ build a riverside 35

○ display 36 projects.

● In Paris, 37 are created on the sides of the river every summer.

Transport possibilities

● Over 2 billion passengers already travel by 38 in cities round the world.

● Changes in shopping habits mean the number of deliveries that are made is increasing.

● Instead of road transport, goods could be transported by large freight barges and electric 39 or, in future, by 40 .

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Help for carers

Local councils can arrange practical support to help those caring for elderly people at home.

This can give the carer:

● time for other responsibilities

● a 1

Assessment of mother’s needs

This may include discussion of:

● how much 2 the caring involves

● what types of tasks are involved, e.g.

○ help with dressing

○ helping her have a 3

○ shopping

○ helping with meals

○ dealing with 4

● any aspects of caring that are especially difficult, e.g.

○ loss of 5

○ 6 her

○ preventing a 7

Types of support that may be offered to carers

● transport costs, e.g. cost of a 8

● car-related costs, e.g. fuel and 9

● help with housework

● help to reduce 10

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Questions 11–16

What is the role of the volunteers in each activity?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–I.

Roles
A providing entertainment
B providing publicity about a council service
C contacting local businesses
D giving advice to visitors
E collecting feedback on events
F selling tickets
G introducing guest speakers at an event
H encouraging cooperation between local organisations
I helping people find their seats

11 walking around the town centre

12 helping at concerts

13 getting involved with community groups

14 helping with a magazine

15 participating at lunches for retired people

16 helping with the website

Questions 17–20

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

17 Which event requires the largest number of volunteers?

A the music festival
B the science festival
C the book festival

18 What is the most important requirement for volunteers at the festivals?

A interpersonal skills
B personal interest in the event
C flexibility

19 New volunteers will start working in the week beginning

A 2 September.
B 9 September.
C 23 September.

20 What is the next annual event for volunteers?

A a boat trip
B a barbecue
C a party

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Questions 21–25

What is Rosie and Colin’s opinion about each aspect of human geography?

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–G.

Opinions
A The information given about this was too vague.
B This may not be relevant to their course.
C This will involve only a small number of statistics.
D It will be easy to find facts about this.
E The facts about this may not be reliable.
F No useful research has been done on this.
G The information provided about this was interesting.

21 Population

22 Health

23 Economies

24 Culture

25 Poverty

Questions 26–30

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

26 Rosie says that in her own city the main problem is

A crime.
B housing.
C unemployment.

27 What recent additions to the outskirts of their cities are both students happy about?

A conference centres
B sports centres
C retail centres

28 The students agree that developing disused industrial sites may

A have unexpected costs.
B damage the urban environment.
C destroy valuable historical buildings.

29 The students will mention Masdar City as an example of an attempt to achieve

A daily collections for waste recycling.
B sustainable energy use.
C free transport for everyone.

30 When discussing the ecotown of Greenhill Abbots, Colin is uncertain about

A what its objectives were.
B why there was opposition to it.
C how much of it has actually been built.

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Developing food trends

● The growth in interest in food fashions started with 31 of food being shared on social media.

● The UK food industry is constantly developing products which are new or different.

● Influencers on social media become ‘ambassadors’ for a brand.

○ Sales of 32 food brands have grown rapidly this way.

● Supermarkets track demand for ingredients on social media.

○ Famous 33 are influential.

Marketing campaigns

● The avocado:

○ 34 were invited to visit growers in South Africa.

○ Advertising focused on its 35 benefits.

● Oat milk:

○ A Swedish brand’s media campaign received publicity by upsetting competitors.

○ Promotion in the USA through 36 shops reduced the need for advertising.

○ It appealed to consumers who are concerned about the 37 .

● Norwegian skrei:

○ has helped strengthen the 38 of Norwegian seafood.

Ethical concerns

● Quinoa:

○ Its success led to an increase in its 39 .

○ Overuse of resources resulted in poor quality 40 .

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Furniture Rental Companies

Name of company	Information about costs	Additional notes
Peak Rentals	Prices range from $105 to $1 per room per month.	The furniture is very 2 Delivers in 1–2 days Special offer: free 3 with every living room set
4 and Oliver	Mid-range prices 12% monthly fee for 5	Also offers a cleaning service
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8 Rentals	See the 9 for the most up-to-date prices	10 are allowed within 7 days of delivery

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11 Who was responsible for starting the community project?

A the castle owners
B a national charity
C the local council

12 How was the gold coin found?

A Heavy rain had removed some of the soil.
B The ground was dug up by wild rabbits.
C A person with a metal detector searched the area.

13 What led the archaeologists to believe there was an ancient village on this site?

A the lucky discovery of old records
B the bases of several structures visible in the grass
C the unusual stones found near the castle

14 What are the team still hoping to find?

A everyday pottery
B animal bones
C pieces of jewellery

15 What was found on the other side of the river to the castle?

A the remains of a large palace
B the outline of fields
C a number of small huts

16 What do the team plan to do after work ends this summer?

A prepare a display for a museum
B take part in a television programme
C start to organise school visits

Questions 17–20

Label the map below. Choose the correct letter, A–G.

Bidcaster Archaeological Dig

17 bridge foundations

18 rubbish pit

19 meeting hall

20 fish pond

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Questions 21–26

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21 Finn was pleased to discover that their topic

A was not familiar to their module leader.
B had not been chosen by other students.
C did not prove to be difficult to research.

22 Maya says a mistaken belief about theatre programmes is that

A theatres pay companies to produce them.
B few theatre-goers buy them nowadays.
C they contain far more adverts than previously.

23 Finn was surprised that, in early British theatre, programmes

A were difficult for audiences to obtain.
B were given out free of charge.
C were seen as a kind of contract.

24 Maya feels their project should include an explanation of why companies of actors

A promoted their own plays.
B performed plays outdoors.
C had to tour with their plays.

25 Finn and Maya both think that, compared to nineteenth-century programmes, those from the eighteenth century

A were more original.
B were more colourful.
C were more informative.

26 Maya doesn’t fully understand why, in the twentieth century,

A very few theatre programmes were printed in the USA.
B British theatre programmes failed to develop for so long.
C theatre programmes in Britain copied fashions from the USA.

Questions 27–30

What comment is made about the programme for each show?

Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A–F.

A Its origin is somewhat controversial.
B It is historically significant for a country.
C It was effective at attracting audiences.
D It is included in a recent project.
E It contains insights into the show.
F It resembles an artwork.

27 Ruy Blas

28 Man of La Mancha

29 The Tragedy of Jane Shore

30 The Sailors’ Festival

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Inclusive design

Definition

● Designing products that can be accessed by a diverse range of people without the need for any 31

● Not the same as universal design: that is design for everyone, including catering for people with 32 problems.

Examples of inclusive design

● 33 which are adjustable, avoiding back or neck problems

● 34 in public toilets which are easier to use

● To assist the elderly:

○ designers avoid using 35 in interfaces

○ people can make commands using a mouse, keyboard or their 36

Impact of non-inclusive designs

● Access — loss of independence for disabled people.

● Safety:

○ Seatbelts are especially problematic for 37 women.

○ PPE jackets are often unsuitable because of the size of women’s 38

○ PPE for female 39 officers dealing with emergencies is the worst.

● Comfort in the workplace:

○ The 40 in offices is often too low for women.

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South City Cycling Club

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Information on company volunteering projects

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Planning a presentation on nanotechnology

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Episodic memory

CAMBRIDGE 13 TEST 3 LISTENING

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Moving to Banford City

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Project on using natural dyes to colour fabrics

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The sleepy lizard (Tiliqua rugosa)

CAMBRIDGE 13 TEST 4 LISTENING

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Alex’s Training

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The Snow Centre

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Labels giving nutritional information on food packaging

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The history of coffee

CAMBRIDGE 14 TEST 1 LISTENING

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CRIME REPORT FORM

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Induction talk for new apprentices

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Cities built by the sea

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Marine renewable energy (ocean energy)

CAMBRIDGE 14 TEST 2 LISTENING

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TOTAL HEALTH CLINIC

PATIENT DETAILS

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Visit to Branley Castle

Branley Castle

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Woolly mammoths on St Paul’s Island

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The history of weather forecasting