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TEST 1
PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Children’s Engineering Workshops
Tiny Engineers (ages 4-5)
Activities
● Create a cover for an 1 ………………… so they can drop it from a height without breaking
it.
● Take part in a competition to build the tallest 2 ………………… .
● Make a 3 ………………… powered by a balloon.
Junior Engineers (ages 6-8)
Activities:
● Build model cars, trucks and 4 ………………… and learn how to program them so they can
move.
● Take part in a competition to build the longest 5 ………………… using card and wood.
● Create a short 6 ………………… with special software.
● Build, 7 ………………… and program a humanoid robot.
Cost for a five-week block: £50
Held on 8 ………………… from 10 am to 11 am
Location
Building 10A, 9 ………………… Industrial Estate, Grasford
Plenty of 10 ………………… is available.PART 2
PART 2
Questions 11 – 14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11 Stevenson’s was founded in
A 1923.
B 1924.

C 1926.
12 Originally, Stevenson’s manufactured goods for
A the healthcare industry.
B the automotive industry.
C the machine tools industry.
13 What does the speaker say about the company premises?
A The company has recently moved.
B The company has no plans to move.
C The company is going to move shortly.
14 The programme for the work experience group includes
A time to do research.
B meetings with a teacher.
C talks by staff.
Questions 15-20


Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-J, next to Questions 15-20.
Plan of Stevenson’s site

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19
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coffee room
warehouse
staff canteen

meeting room
human resources
boardroom

PART 3
Questions 21 and 22

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Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO parts of the introductory stage to their art projects do Jess and Tom agree were
useful?
A the Bird Park visit
B the workshop sessions
C the Natural History Museum visit
D the projects done in previous years
E the handouts with research sources
Questions 23 and 24
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
In which TWO ways do both Jess and Tom decide to change their proposals?
A by giving a rationale for their action plans
B by being less specific about the outcome
C by adding a video diary presentation
D by providing a timeline and a mind map

E by making their notes more evaluative
Questions 25-30
Which personal meaning do the students decide to give to each of the following pictures?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 25-30.
Personal meanings
A a childhood memory
B hope for the future
C fast movement
D a potential threat
E the power of colour
F the continuity of life
G protection of nature
H a confused attitude to nature
Pictures
25 Falcon (Landseer)
…………….
26 Fish hawk (Audubon)
…………….
27 Kingfisher (van Gogh)
…………….
28 Portrait of William Wells
…………….
29 Vairumati (Gauguin)
…………….
30 Portrait of Giovanni de Medici
…………….
PART 4
Questions 31 – 40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Stoicism
Stoicism is still relevant today because of its 31 ………………… appeal.
Ancient Stoics
● Stoicism was founded over 2,000 years ago in Greece.
● The Stoics’ ideas are surprisingly well known, despite not being intended
for 32 …………………


Stoic principles
● Happiness could be achieved by leading a virtuous life.
● Controlling emotions was essential.
● Epictetus said that external events cannot be controlled but the 33 ………………… people
make in response can be controlled.
● A Stoic is someone who has a different view on experiences which others would consider
as 34 ………………… .
The influence of Stoicism
● George Washington organised a 35 ………………… about Cato to motivate his men.
● The French artist Delacroix was a Stoic.
● Adam Smith’s ideas on 36 ………………… were influenced by Stoicism.
● Some of today’s political leaders are inspired by the Stoics.
● Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
– the treatment for 37 ………………… is based on ideas from Stoicism
– people learn to base their thinking on 38 ………………… .
● In business, people benefit from Stoicism by identifying obstacles as 39 ………………… .
Relevance of Stoicism
● It requires a lot of 40 ………………… but Stoicism can help people to lead a good life.
● It teaches people that having a strong character is more important than anything else.


TEST 2

PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
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 ………………).
PART 2
Questions 11 – 15
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
11
A
B
C
12

A
B
C
13
A
B
C
14
A
B

Minster Park
Dartfield House school used to be
a tourist information centre.
a private home.
a local council building.
What is planned with regard to the lower school?
All buildings on the main site will be improved.
The lower school site will be used for new homes.
Additional school buildings will be constructed on the lower school site.
The catering has been changed because of
long queuing times.
changes to the school timetable.
dissatisfaction with the menus.
Parents are asked to
help their children to decide in advance which serving point to use.
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
PART
PART 3
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 ………………
↓
Check ethical guidelines for working with 27 ………………
Ensure that risk is assessed and 28 ……………… is kept to a minimum
↓
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
Complete the notes below.
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.


TEST 3
PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
JUNIOR CYCLE CAMP
The course focuses on skills and safety
● Charlie would be placed in Level 5.
● First of all, children at this level are taken to practise in a 1 …………… .
Instructors
● Instructors wear 2 …………… shirts.
● A 3 …………… is required and training is given.
Classes
● The size of the classes is limited.
● There are quiet times during the morning for a 4 …………… or a game.
● Classes are held even if there is 5 …………… .
What to bring
● a change of clothing
● a 6 ……………
● shoes (not sandals)

● Charlie’s 7 ……………
Day 1
● Charlie should arrive at 9.20 am on the first day.
● Before the class, his 8 …………… will be checked.
● He should then go to the 9 …………… to meet his class instructor.
Cost
● The course costs 10 $…………… per week.
PART 2
Questions 11 and 12
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
According to Megan, what are the TWO main advantages of working in the agriculture and
horticulture sectors?
A the active lifestyle
B the above-average salaries
C the flexible working opportunities
D the opportunities for overseas travel
E the chance to be in a natural environment
Questions 13 and 14
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO of the following are likely to be disadvantages for people working outdoors?
A the increasing risk of accidents
B being in a very quiet location


C difficult weather conditions at times
D the cost of housing
E the level of physical fitness required
Questions 15-20
What information does Megan give about each of the following job opportunities?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 15-20.

Information
A not a permanent job
B involves leading a team
C experience not essential
D intensive work but also fun
E chance to earn more through overtime
F chance for rapid promotion
G accommodation available
H local travel involved
Job opportunities
15 Fresh food commercial manager
…………….
16 Agronomist
…………….
17 Fresh produce buyer
…………….
18 Garden centre sales manager
…………….
19 Tree technician
…………….
20 Farm worker
…………….
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PART 3
Questions 21 and 22
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO points does Adam make about his experiment on artificial sweeteners?
A The results were what he had predicted.
B The experiment was simple to set up
C A large sample of people was tested.

D The subjects were unaware of what they were drinking.
E The test was repeated several times for each person.
Questions 23 and 24
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO problems did Rosie have when measuring the fat content of nuts?
A She used the wrong sort of nuts.
B She used an unsuitable chemical.
C She did not grind the nuts finely enough.
D The information on the nut package was incorrect.
E The weighing scales may have been unsuitable.
Questions 25-30
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
25 Adam suggests that restaurants could reduce obesity if their menus
A offered fewer options.
B had more low-calorie foods.
C were organised in a particular way.


26
A
B
C
27
A
B
C
28
A
B
C

29
A
B
C
30
A
B
C

The students agree that food manufacturers deliberately
make calorie counts hard to understand.
fail to provide accurate calorie counts.
use ineffective methods to reduce calories.
What does Rosie say about levels of exercise in England?
The amount recommended is much too low.
Most people overestimate how much they do.
Women now exercise more than they used to.
Adam refers to the location and width of stairs in a train station to illustrate
practical changes that can influence people’s behaviour.
methods of helping people who have mobility problems.
ways of preventing accidents by controlling crowd movement.
What do the students agree about including reference to exercise in their presentation?
They should probably leave it out.
They need to do more research on it.
They should discuss this with their tutor.
What are the students going to do next for their presentation?
prepare some slides for it
find out how long they have for it
decide on its content and organisation

PART 4
Questions 31 – 40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Hand knitting
Interest in knitting
● Knitting has a long history around the world.
● We imagine someone like a 31 ……………… knitting.
● A 32 ……………… ago, knitting was expected to disappear.
● The number of knitting classes is now increasing.
● People are buying more 33 ……………… for knitting nowadays.
Benefits of knitting
● gives support in times of 34 ……………… difficulty
● requires only 35 ……………… skills and little money to start
● reduces stress in a busy life
Early knitting
● The origins are not known.
● Findings show early knitted items to be 36 ……………… in shape.
● The first needles were made of natural materials such as wood and 37 ……………… .
● Early yarns felt 38 ……………… to touch.
● Wool became the most popular yarn for spinning.
● Geographical areas had their own 39 ……………… of knitting.
● Everyday tasks like looking after 40 ……………… were done while knitting.



TEST 4
PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Holiday rental
Owner’s names: Jack Fitzgerald and Shirley Fitzgerald
Granary Cottage
● available for week beginning 1 …………….. May
● cost for the week: 2 £……………..
3 …………….. Cottage
● cost for the week: £480
● building was originally a 4 ……………..
● walk through doors from living room into a 5 ……………..
● several 6 …………….. spaces at the front
● bathroom has a shower
● central heating and stove that burns 7 ……………..
● views of old 8 …………….. from living room
● view of hilltop 9 …………….. from the bedroom
Payment
● deposit: £144
● deadline for final payment: end of 10 ……………..
PART 2
Questions 11-14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Local council report on traffic and highways
11 A survey found people’s main concern about traffic in the area was
A cuts to public transport.
B poor maintenance of roads.
C changes in the type of traffic.
12 Which change will shortly be made to the cycle path next to the river?
A It will be widened.
B It will be extended.
C It will be resurfaced.

13 Plans for a pedestrian crossing have been postponed because
A the Post Office has moved.
B the proposed location is unsafe.
C funding is not available at present.
14 On Station Road, notices have been erected
A telling cyclists not to leave their bikes outside the station ticket office.
B asking motorists to switch off engines when waiting at the level crossing.
C warning pedestrians to leave enough time when crossing the railway line.
Questions 15-20
Label the map below.
Write the correct letter, A-I, next to Questions 15-20.


Recreation ground after proposed changes

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New car park
New cricket pitch
Children’s playground
Skateboard ramp
Pavilion
Notice board

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PART 3
Questions 21-22
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO benefits of city bike-sharing schemes do the students agree are the most important?
A reducing noise pollution
B reducing traffic congestion
C improving air quality
D encouraging health and fitness
E making cycling affordable
Questions 23-24
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO things do the students think are necessary for successful bike-sharing schemes?
A Bikes should have a GPS system.
B The app should be easy to use.
C Public awareness should be raised.


D Only one scheme should be available.
E There should be a large network of cycle lanes.
Questions 25-30
What is the speakers’ opinion of the bike-sharing schemes in each of the following cities?
Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to Questions 25-30.
Opinion of bike-sharing scheme

A They agree it has been disappointing.
B They think it should be cheaper.
C They are surprised it has been so successful.
D They agree that more investment is required.
E They think the system has been well designed.
F They disagree about the reasons for its success.
G They think it has expanded too quickly.
Cities
25 Amsterdam
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26 Dublin
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27 London
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28 Buenos Aires
…………….
29 New York
…………….
30 Sydney
…………….
PART 4
Questions 31 – 40
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
THE EXTINCTION OF THE DODO BIRD
The dodo was a large flightless bird which used to inhabit the island of Mauritius.
History
● 1507 – Portuguese ships transporting 31 ………………. stopped at the island to collect food
and water.
● 1638 – The Dutch established a 32 ………………. on the island.

● They killed the dodo birds for their meat.
● The last one was killed in 1681.
Description
● The only record we have is written descriptions and pictures (possibly unreliable).
● A Dutch painting suggests the dodo was very 33 ………………. .
● The only remaining soft tissue is a dried 34 ………………. .
● Recent studies of a dodo skeleton suggest the birds were capable of rapid 35 ………………. .
● It’s thought they were able to use their small wings to maintain 36 ………………. .
● Their 37 ………………. was of average size.
● Their sense of 38 ………………. enabled them to find food.
Reasons for extinction
● Hunting was probably not the main cause.
● Sailors brought dogs and monkeys.
● 39 ………………. also escaped onto the island and ate the birds’ eggs.
● The arrival of farming meant the 40 ………………. was destroyed.


CAM 17 TEST 1
PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Buckworth Conservation Group
Regular activities
Beach
● making sure the beach does not have 1 …………………… on it
● no 2 ……………………
Nature reserve
● maintaining paths
● nesting boxes for birds installed

● next task is taking action to attract 3 …………………… to the place
● identifying types of 4 ……………………
● building a new 5 ……………………
Forthcoming events
Saturday
● meet at Dunsmore Beach car park
● walk across the sands and reach the 6 ……………………
● take a picnic
● wear appropriate 7 ……………………
Woodwork session
● suitable for 8 …………………… to participate in
● making 9 …………………… out of wood
● 17th, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
● cost of session (no camping): 10 £ ……………………
PART 2
Questions 11 – 14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Boat trip round Tasmania
11 What is the maximum number of people who can stand on each side of the boat?
A 9
B 15
C 18
12 What colour are the tour boats?
A dark red
B jet black
C light green
13 Which lunchbox is suitable for someone who doesn’t eat meat or fish?
A Lunchbox 1
B Lunch box 2
C Lunch box 3

14 What should people do with their litter?
A take it home


B hand it to a member of staff
C put it in the bins provided on the boat
Questions 15 and 16
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO features of the lighthouse does Lou mention?
A why it was built
B who built it
C how long it took to build
D who staffed it
E what it was built with
Questions 17 and 18
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO types of creature might come close to the boat?
A sea eagles
B fur seals
C dolphins
D whales
E penguins
Questions 19 and 20
Choose TWO letters, A-E.
Which TWO points does Lou make about the caves?
A Only large tourist boats can visit them.
B The entrances to them are often blocked.
C It is too dangerous for individuals to go near them.
D Someone will explain what is inside them.
E They cannot be reached on foot.

PART 3
Questions 21-26
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Work experience for veterinary science students
21 What problem did both Diana and Tim have when arranging their work experience?
A make initial contact with suitable farms
B organising transport to and from the farm
C finding a placement for the required length of time
22 Tim was pleased to be able to help
A a lamb that had a broken leg.
B a sheep that was having difficult giving birth.
C a newly born lamb that was having trouble feeding.
23 Diana says the sheep on her farm
A were of various different varieties.
B were mainly reared for their meat.
C had better quality wool than sheep on the hills.
24 What did the students learn about adding supplements to chicken feed?
A These should only be given if specially needed.
B It is worth paying extra for the most effective ones.
C The amount given at one time should be limited.


25 What happened when Diana was working with dairy cows?
A She identified some cows incorrectly.
B She accidentally threw some milk away.
C She made a mistake when storing milk.
26 What did both farmers mention about vets and farming?
A Vets are failing to cope with some aspects of animal health.
B There needs to be a fundamental change in the training of vets.
C Some jobs could be done by the farmer rather than by a vet.

Questions 27-30
What opinion do the students give about each of the following modules on their veterinary
science course?
Choose FOUR answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-F, next to questions 27-30.
A
B
C
D
E
F

Opinions
Tim found this easier than expected.
Tim thought this was not very clearly organised.
Diana may do some further study on this.
They both found the reading required for this was difficult.
Tim was shocked at something he learned on this module.
They were both surprised how little is known about some aspects of this.

Modules on Veterinary Science course
27 Medical terminology
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28 Diet and nutrition
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29 Animal disease
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30 Wildlife medication
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PART 4
Questions 31 – 40

Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Labyrinths
Definition
● a winding spiral path leading to a central area
Labyrinths compared with mazes
● Mazes are a type of 31 ……………………
– 32 …………………… is needed to navigate through a maze
– the word ‘maze’ is derived from a word meaning a feeling of 33 ……………………
● Labyrinths represent a journey through life
– they have frequently been used in 34 …………………… and prayer
Early examples of the labyrinth spiral
● Ancient carvings on 35 …………………… have been found across many cultures
● The Pima, a Native American tribe, wove the symbol on baskets
● Ancient Greeks used the symbol on 36 ……………………
Walking labyrinths
● The largest surviving example of a turf labyrinth once had a big 37 …………………… at its
centre
Labyrinths nowadays


● Believed to have a beneficial impact on mental and physical health, e.g., walking a maze can
reduce a person’s 38 …………………… rate
● Used in medical and health and fitness settings and also prisons
● Popular with patients, visitors and staff in hospitals
– patients who can’t walk can use ‘finger labyrinths’ made from 39 ……………………
– research has shown that Alzheimer’s sufferers experience less 40 ……………………


TEST 2

PART 1
Questions 1 – 7
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Opportunities for voluntary work in Southoe village
Library
● Help with 1 …………………… books (times to be arranged)
● Help needed to keep 2 …………………… of books up to date
● Library is in the 3 …………………… Room in the village hall
Lunch club
● Help by providing 4 ……………………
● Help with hobbies such as 5 ……………………
Help for individuals needed next week
● Taking Mrs Carroll to 6 ……………………
● Work in the 7 …………………… at Mr Selsbury’s house
Questions 8-10
Complete the table below.
Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.
Village social events
Date

Event

Location

Help needed

19 Oct

8 ………………

Village hall

providing refreshments

18 Nov

dance

Village hall

checking 9 ………………

31 Dec

New Year’s Eve party

Mountfort Hotel

designing the 10 ………………

PART 2
Questions 11 – 14
Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.
Oniton Hall
11
A
B
C
12

A
B
C
13
A
B
C
14

Many past owners made changes to
the gardens.
the house.
the farm.
Sir Edward Downes built Oniton Hall because he wanted
a place for discussing politics.
a place to display his wealth.
a place for artists and writers.
Visitors can learn about the work of servants in the past from
audio guides.
photographs.
people in costume.
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

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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 31 …………………… speakers
● has a 32 …………………… 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 33 ……………………
Young speakers
● are big users of digital technology, such as 34 ……………………
● are becoming 35 …………………… very quickly
● are having discussions using only English while they are in the 36 …………………… at
school
● are better able to identify the content of a 37 …………………… 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 38 …………………… 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 39 …………………… as Icelanders
● is worried about the consequences of children not being 40 …………………… in either
Icelandic or English


TEST 3
PART 1
Questions 1 – 10
Complete the notes below.
Write ONE WORD AND/OR A NUMBER for each answer.
Advice on surfing holidays
Jack’s advice
● Recommends surfing for 1 …………………… holidays in the summer
● Need to be quite 2 ……………………
Irish surfing locations
● County Clare
– Lahinch has some good quality 3 …………………… and surf schools
– There are famous cliffs nearby
● County Mayo
– Good surf school at 4 …………………… beach
– Surf camp lasts for one 5 ……………………
– Can also explore the local 6 …………………… by kayak
Weather

● Best month to go: 7 ……………………
● Average temperature in summer: approx. 8 …………………… degrees
Costs
● Equipment
– Wetsuit and surfboard: 9 …………………… euros per day
– Also advisable to hire 10 …………………… 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

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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.