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1Ifeel unhappy because Icant change public attitude toour planet.

2Iwould like tosee new energy saving laws introduced.

3Iam afraid ofthe after-effects ofhuman activities.

4Iam sure that wise attitude tobasic earth supplies is necessary.

5Ido not want my family tolive inpolluted environment.

6Iam for the use ofenergy saving practices inhouse construction.

7Ifind many simple ways tohelp our planet ineveryday life.



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2.  . ,    G    (1 True),   (2 False)   ,        ,    (3 Not stated).       .    .



ASally invited Bob toaconcert withher.

B Sally believes all rock music is good.

C Bob doesnt like jazz.

D Sally agrees totry tolisten tosome classical music.

E Bob often listens toclassical music on his car radio.

F Bob is sure nothing will make him change his opinion about rock music.

G At the bands last concert people were dressed indifferent kinds ofclothes.



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3What does Igor base his story ofthe Roman legionnaireon?

1) Alot ofresearch.

2) Personal life stories.

3) Movies.

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4According tothe author, he depicts how main historic figures ofthat time

1) died.

2) tried tobecome rich and famous.

3) started wars.

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5What confirms probable residence ofthe Romans inChina inthe IcenturyBC?

1) The Chinese chronicles.

2) Other authors books.

3) Professor Dubs and Harriss publications.

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6The Roman Saga is about

1) greed, glory, and battles.

2) love, hatred, and friendship.

3) both ofthe above-mentioned.

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7After beginning towrite abook, Igor usually

1) tries tocollect all the necessary data.

2) find as many links toauxiliary materials as possible.

3) spend as little time as possible completing the book.

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8What were the main obstacles on the way tothe readers?

1) poor plot.

2) high price.

3) large book size and number ofcharacters.

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9According toIgor, what is anew service that can help new writers publish their works?

1) Print-on-demand

2) An account insocial media

3) Apersonal website

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1. Necessary Components.

2. Important Conclusion.

3. Useful Advice.

4. Significant Difference.

5. Health Risks.

6. Moderation Is theKey!

7. Diet and Exercise

8. Benefits ofGood Nutrition



A. Developing healthy eating habits is simpler and easier than you might think. You will look and feel better if you make ahabit ofeating healthfully. You will have more energy and your immune system will be stronger. When you eat adiet rich infruits and vegetables you are lowering your risk ofheart disease, cancers and many other serious health ailments. Healthy eating habits are your ticket toahealthier body and mind.

B. Afour-week clinical trial that tested the new regimen found that overweight adults who consumed ahigh-protein, entirely vegan diet were able tolose about the same amount ofweight as acomparison group ofdieters on ahigh-carbohydrate, low-fat vegetarian dairy diet. But while those on the high-carbohydrate dairy diet experienced drops of12percent intheir cholesterol, those on the high-protein vegan diet saw cholesterol reductions of20percent.

C. The idea preyed on me for along time. If the Atkins Diet looks good, and its got so much saturated fat and cholesterol init, suppose we took that out and put vegetarian protein sources in, which may lower cholesterol, Dr. Jenkins said. We know that nuts lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease, and soy is eaten inthe Far East, where they dont get much heart disease. So we put these foods together as protein and fat sources.

D. The first official warning about the dangers ofthe Atkins diet was issued bythe government amid concern about the rising number ofpeople opting for the high-fat, high-protein diet. Cutting out starchy foods can be bad for your health because you could be missing out on arange ofnutrients. Low-carbohydrate diets tend tobe high infat, and this could increase your chances ofdeveloping coronary heart disease.

E. Earlier this year, alarge study that compared different kinds ofdiets including low-fat and low-carbohydrate plans found that the method didnt matter as long as people cut calories. That study also found that after two years, most people had regained at least some ofthe weight they had lost. Dr.Tuttle said that while different weight loss plans offer people different tricks and strategies, ultimately, It really comes down tocalories inand calories out.

F. When you think about nutrition, be aware ofserving sizes. Many people will eat everything on their plate, regardless ofhow hungry they actually are. If you know you tend toclean your plate, make an effort toreduce your serving size. If youre eating out or dining at afriends house, dont be shy about asking for smaller portion sizes. Too much ofany one food is abad thing. There are no bad foods, just bad eating habits.

G. Your body has tostay well hydrated toperform at its best and toproperly process all the nutrients inthe food you eat. Drink at least 8glasses ofwater aday. You may need even more water if you are inahot environment or if you are exercising. If you are trying tolose weight, add plenty ofice toeach glass ofwater. Your body will burn energy towarm the water up tobody temperature.



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Stonehenge



Stonehenge is probably the most important prehistoric monument inBritain. The Stonehenge that we see today is the final stage ___ (A). But first let us look back 5,000years.



The first Stonehenge was alarge earthwork or Henge, comprising aditch, bank, and the Aubrey holes, all probably built around 3100BC. The Aubrey holes are round pits inthe chalk, about one metre wide and deep, ___ (B). Excavations have revealed cremated human bones insome ofthe chalk filling, but the holes themselves were probably made not for the purpose ofgraves but as part ofthe religious ceremony. Shortly after this stage Stonehenge was abandoned, left untouched for over 1000years.



The second and most dramatic stage ofStonehenge started around 2150BC. Some 82bluestones from south-west Wales were transported tothe site. It is thought that these stones, some weighing 4tonnes each, were dragged on rollers and sledges tothe headwaters and then loaded onto rafts. This astonishing journey covered nearly 240miles. Once at the site, these stones were set up inthe centre ___(C).



The third stage ofStonehenge, about 2000BC, saw the arrival ofthe Sarsen stones. The largest ofthe Sarsen stones weigh 50tonnes and transportation bywater would have been impossible ___ (D). These stones were arranged inan outer circle with acontinuous run oflintels. Inside the circle, five trilithons were placed inahorseshoe arrangement, ___ (E). The final stage took place soon after 1500BC ___ (F). The original number ofstones inthe bluestone circle was probably around sixty. They have long since been removed or broken up. Some remain only as stumps below ground level.



1. when the bluestones were rearranged inthe horseshoe and circle that we see today

2. toform an incomplete double circle

3. which form acircle about 284feet indiameter

4. which were almost certainly brought from the Marlborough Downs

5. so the stones could only have been moved using sledges and ropes

6. whose remains we can still see today

7. that was completed about 3,500yearsago



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Fear NoMore



Jonte faced playtime with mixed feelings. When the bell rang, the others would rush into the open air, laughing and chattering. He felt left out. Yet these were also times he enjoyed. He could daydream about how things might have been.

Sometimes, though, he would watch the play not directly, that would have been impossible but on the big screen inone ofthe classrooms. Cheering on his friends made him feel part ofthe action. Even through the screens, however, watching for long often made his eyes hurt. Sunlight reflected strongly off the silvery turf, and even more from the trees around the ground. Players inmotion trailed flashes oflight which left black spots inhis vision.

It was during atense game that the summons came through. The shelter Principal, no less, wanted him at once inhis office. Jonte uttered amild swearword, though realising that he had already been watching too long his head was aching. He made his way tothe admin sector, signalled his arrival and went in. The Principal was behind his desk directly opposite the door. He was asmall man, with metallic black hair cut short, silver-grey hands inconstant fidgety motion and an expression ofperpetual irritation. He waved inthe direction ofachair placed infront ofthe desk.

But toJontes surprise, there were several other people inthe office. It was difficult at first tosee them all clearly: not only had the effects ofwatching the match still towear off, but the lighting was poor. Perhaps the Principal had only remembered at the last minute toclose the heavy shutters and switch on alamp.

As his vision returned, Jontes surprise grew. The six men and two women, who sat inahalf circle toone side, judging bytheir job tags, were seniorvery senior. Four were from the administration. The two women and the other two men seemed tobe scientists from different research bodies.

Jonte was used tothe fact that other people were inscrutable. He would have been able totell from gazing inamirror into his own eyes, with their blue irises surrounding dark pupils, how he was feeling, even if he hadnt known yet. But other peoples eyes were silver discs, giving away nothing. He could sometimes see from the rest oftheir faces whether they were happy or sad, smiling or frowning; but their skin reflected the light, so that he could never be quite sure. From the way they were sitting, he thought, the visitors seemed anxious.

Jonte, the Principal said, these people have afavour toask, and Ihope you can help them. Please sit down. Jontes surprise grew. What possible favour could these people want from someone like him? Ill help if Ican, he said.

You know, the Principal went on, that you have had togrow up here because going outside would be dangerous. Your body wouldnt be able towithstand the radiation, even at night-time. Ordinary people are born with protection; but inyour case

So you see, one ofthe women interjected quickly, you are really avery interesting young man. We want you tolet us get toknow you better.

The people here, the Principal resumed, are from the governments science and research council. They would like totake you toone oftheir centres inthe south, where the facilities are supposed tobe better than we can provide.

But Im quite happy here, Jonte felt he should say. My friends.

 and inany case, the Principal insisted atrifle sourly, you wouldnt be able tostay much longer. The shelter is being closed down.

Jonte took this in. So when do Ihave togo? he asked.

If you can pack your things together quickly, one ofthe men replied, we should like tomove you this evening. Say, inan hour. Is that all right?

An hour! The suddenness ofit all puzzled Jonte. His condition had been known from the moment he had been born when his parents so he had been told had handed him over for special care. But it also excited him. Apart from ashort journey when he had been much younger toamedical centre, he could not remember ever having left the shelter. He didnt really have much topack anyway.



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12. When his friends rushed into the open air during playtime, Jonte felt



1)embarrased.

2) annoyed.

3) lonely.

4) bored.



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1)glad that he was able tohave arest.

2) annoyed that he had tostop watching the game.

3) eager toknow what had happened.

4) inahurry.



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1)ofhigh rank.

2) veryold.

3) researchers.

4) from the administration.



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1)not wishing totalk.

2) unhappy.

3) pretending tobe kind.

4) showing no emotion or reaction.



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16. Jonte had togrow up inthe shelter because



1)he was an orphan.

2) the world outside the shelter was dangerous.

3) his body was unable towithstand high temperature.

4) he would not manage tosurvive inthe openair.



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17. The people offered totake Jonte toone oftheir centres because



1)Jonte was not quite happy here.

2) it was well equipped.

3) the Principal didnt want Jonte tostay inthe shelter.

4) the shelter could not provide good education for Jonte.



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1)he had not known about his condition.

2) he had never left the shelter before.

3) he had toleave the shelter urgently.

4) he didnt have much topack.



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Crazy Bank Machine Pays ?195Jackpot



Police _______________ last night investigating The mystery ofamad money machine which handled out ajackpot payment toaweekend shopper.BE

Brewery worker Mr David Baker tapped out arequest for ?15on aNational Westminster Bank cash dispenser at Kingston and _____________ with about ?195incrisp fivers. REWARD

At their home his wife, Mrs Debora Baker, 30, said: The money _________________ abig sum for us and he immediately handed it tothe police.BE

He ___________. ASTONISH

Some ofthe money obviously belonged tothe lady who ______________ the machine before him.USE

Aspokesman for National Westminster said: Luckily there was amember ofthe staff nearby and the machine ________ off. SWITCH



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25Mount Vesuvius is avolcano in_______ Italy, near the shore ofthe Bay ofNaples and the city ofNaples. It is the only active volcano on the European mainland. SOUTH

26An ________ mountain, rising from the plain ofCampania has abase 50km and is surrounded bytwo summits, ofwhich the higher is the cone, IMPRESS

27known as Vesuvius proper. ________, it does not look as majestic as its glory. NATURAL

28On August 24inthe year AD 79, agreat eruption ofMount Vesuvius began; the top ofthe mountain was blown offbyan___________ and the cities ofHerculaneum and Pompeii were buried under arain ofashes andmud. EXPLODE

29The height ofMount Vesuvius is 1,277m, while that ofMonte Somma, the smaller summit, unattractive and ___________ is 1,132m. REMARK



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Exiles



Icant say Ireally feel at home anywhere. Iwas born inacity, but Ihate cities. Ilove mountains, but Ihave 30_____________ lived inamountain country: my home is aflat agricultural area inthe south ofEngland which Ifind boring. Idont have much in31_____ with the local people there, and my way oflife is very 32____________ from theirs, so Idont feel that Iam really part ofthe community.

Although Iam English, insome ways Idont feel English. Ihave spent time invarious countries, and Ican happily live abroad for aperiod. Not for ever, though. Inthe end Ialways begin tofeel too foreign, and miss too many things. It is then that Irealize that my 33_________ really are inEngland, even if Icant say exactly where. Idont have very 34_____________family ties, and Iam not incontact with many ofmy relatives. My Canadian wife has amuch stronger sense offamily, which she has passed toour son. His home and his immediate family mean agreat deal tohim, and his extended family is very important tohim as well.

He is very fond ofall his 35_____________, and likes tosee them as often as he can. So perhaps the next generation will have more ties than Ihave. Insome ways Ihope so, but being rootless has advantage too. On balance, Iam not sure that Iwould prefer to36_________ toone place, one community and one set ofideas.

		30. 1) always 2) ever 3) never 4) usually
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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Ronny:








Write an email toRonny.

Inyour message:

answer his questions;

ask3questionsabout his project.

Write 100140words.

Remember the rules ofemail writing.



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38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject onwhat teenagers spend their pocket money for inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe opinion polls (see the table below).



Comment on the data inthe table and give your opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

What worries you most about your children?








Write 200250words.

Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that can arise with spending pocket money and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on importance ofpocket money for teenagers.



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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject on which companies young people would prefer working for inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results f the opinion polls (see the pie chart below).



Comment on the data inthe pie chart and give your opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

What companies would you prefer workingfor?








Write 200250words.

Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that one can face working for big companies and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofworking for big companies.



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Task1


Imagine that you are preparing aproject with your friend. You have found some interesting material for the presentation and you want toread this text toyour friend. You have 1.5minutes toread the text silently, then be ready toread it out aloud. You will not have more than 1.5minutes toreadit.



Vasco da Gama was aPortuguese explorer and the first European toreach India bysea. His initial voyage toIndia in14971499was the first tolink Europe and Asia byan ocean route, connecting the Atlantic and the Indian oceans and, inthis way, the West and the Orient. Traveling the ocean route allowed the Portuguese toavoid sailing across the highly disputed Mediterranean and traversing the dangerous Arabian Peninsula. Unopposed access tothe Indian spice routes boosted the economy ofthe Portuguese Empire, which was previously based along northern and coastal West Africa. The spices obtained from Southeast Asia were primarily pepper and cinnamon at first, but soon included other products, all new toEurope. Portugal maintained acommercial monopoly ofthese commodities for several decades. It would be acentury later before other European powers such as the Netherlands and England, followed byFrance and Denmark, were able tochallenge Portugals monopoly and naval supremacy inthe Cape Route.




Task2







Study the advertisement.

You are considering visiting the zoo and now youd like toget more information. In1.5minutes you are toask five direct questions tofind out about the following:



1)opening hours

2) entrance ticket price

3) if it is allowed tofeed the animals

4) shows or special performances



You have 20seconds toask each question.




Task3


Give full answers tothe questions (23sentences).

Remember that you have 40seconds toanswer each question.



Typescript for Task3



Interviewer: Hello everybody! Its Educational Channel. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss his school subjects. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.

Interviewer: Hello everybody! Its International English Language Association. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss sports. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.



Interviewer: How old are you and what school do you attend?

Student:____________________



Interviewer: How often do you have English lessons aweek and how do you find them?

Student:____________________



Interviewer: What activities do you find the most efficient?

Student:____________________



Interviewer: What subjects ofinterest do you discuss during the classes?

Student:___________________



Interviewer: Why do you think it is important tospeak English?

Student:_____________________



Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.




Task4


Imagine that you and your friend are doing aschool project The Way ofSleeping. You have found some photos toillustrate it, but for technical reasons you cannot send them now. Leave avoice message toyour friend explaining your choice ofthe photos and sharing some ideas about the project.

In2.5minutes, be readyto:



 explain the choice ofthe illustrations for the project bybriefly describing them and noting the differences;

 mention the advantages (12) ofthe two types ofsleeping;

 mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types ofsleeping;

 express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which way ofsleeping you prefer andwhy.








You will speak for not more than 3minutes (1215sentences). You havetotalk continuously.




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1Its another time tospend money.

2Valentines make abig business.

3Its traditions tend tofade.

4Its atraditional Valentines Day present and no one should spare money forit.

5Even journalists need information about ValentinesDay.

6Writing Valentines has avery long history.

7Theres always something against theDay.



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AMary has lost alot ofweight recently.

BMary has changed some ofher eating habits.

CMarys coach is aprofessional dietitian.

DPeter prefers having eggs for breakfast.

EMary thinks her regime didnt bring any results.

FPeter thinks its quite difficult for him togo tobed early.

GPeter is not going tothe gym the nextday.



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3Whats the main role ofEnglish inIndia according tothe speaker?



1)Connecting India with the rest ofthe world.

2) Enabling communication between the countrys peoples.

3) Serving as the language ofIndian Mass Media.



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4Which ofthe following is TRUE about Indian English?



1)Its similar toAustralian English.

2) It exists only inlocal newspapers.

3) It has specific features ingrammar as well as invocabulary and phonetics.



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5What, according tothe speaker, partly explains the specifics ofIndian English?



1)Structure oflocal languages.

2) Indian history and culture.

3) Education traditions inIndia.



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6Which ofthe following is mentioned as agrammatical feature ofIndian English?



1)Overuse ofthe definite article.

2) Use ofaplural form ofacertain word inrelation toasingle object.

3) Avoiding use ofthe progressive tense.



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7Which ofthe following phrases is used inIndian English for How can Ihelp you??



1)Hello, what do you want?

2) Tellme

3) Where are you putup?



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1)It consists ofslang mostly.

2) Its devised toconfuse older people.

3) It makes Indian English more modern.



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9Whats the basic direction ofchanges inmodern Indian English according tothe speaker?



1)Simplification.

2) Purification.

3) Localization.



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A.The first thing that agood speaker does is looks at the audience and takes apause before beginning his speech. This helps tocreate agood impression on the audience. Throughout the speech, the speaker should maintain eye contact with the listeners, otherwise they will feel that they are being ignored and it is quite likely that they also ignore whatever he is trying toconvey.

B. Proper variation inemotion and tempo ofthe voice improves the quality ofperformance. Accurate pronunciation ofwords with due stresses wherever required must be done. One more important thing while communicating is that your voice must be clear and loud enough for the audience tohear it. Aloud voice can be astrong point for being an effective speaker.

C. Concentrate on your ideas and do not get distracted bythe activities performed bythe audience, for example, smiling or whispering. Tomake your communication successful get the clue about the listeners and their interests. Think over the age, sex and background ofthe people. See whether the audience is patient enough tohandle you for hours. Check out if they are friendly or hostile.

D. Facial expressions reveal what thoughts are running through apersons mind. So while communicating, make sure that your facial expressions reveal your interest for the subject on which you are communicating. The body movements while speaking must coordinate with your convincing power. They must add tothe things which are more effectively caught visually than verbally.

E. If you are trying toimprove your own communication, concentrate on ways tomake your nonverbal signals match the level offormality necessitated bythe situation. Some situations require more formal behaviour that might be interpreted very differently inany other setting. So when you are communicating with others, always take into account the situation inwhich the communication occurs.

F. Dont be afraid topause and breathe. Listeners need time toreflect on what you are saying. Just like we need white space and punctuation on the written page, we need pauses when we speak. Talking non-stop is ahuge drawback. Having the confidence topause for afew seconds inbetween sentences commands attention rather than divertsit.

G. The appearance plays an important role inpresenting ourselves tosociety. The people who wear clothes suitable totheir body structure look attractive. Apersons physical appearance creates adefinite impact on the communication process. Our clothes should not be too modern for the people whom we are interacting with. However, they should be able tocreate apositive impression on them.



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SatelliteTV



Ever wonder ___ (A)? Theres actually quite abit ofscience going on behind the scenes, with several components working together tobring you that digital quality signal.

Your channel selection begins with the programming sources themselves. Companies like Showtime, HBO or Cinemax create their programming. Channel providers then purchase rights tothis programming ___ (B). Once aprovider has their programming inplace, they turn their attention tothe broadcast centre tocompress and convert the programming for satellite broadcast.

Your Dish Network Programming originally arrives as adigital stream ofvideo, which is then compressed and converted through an encoder, typically using the MPEG2 format. This format reduces the overall size ofthe video, ___(C).

Once encoded, the video is then encrypted ___ (D). After the video has been encrypted, it is sent tothe providers satellite, strategically positioned inthesky.

The satellite itself uses adish similar toyour own satellite dish, toreceive the video and send it back down toEarth. When the satellite sends the signal back down toEarth, it is picked up byyour satellite dish, asmall round antenna that receives the satellites broadcast and sends the video on toyour satellite TV receiver.

The satellite TV receiver is that little black box that sits inside your home and allows you tochoose ___ (E). The receiver actually performs several important functions inthe satellite viewing process, including the decryption ofthe signal itself. If you remember, the satellite signal was scrambled bythe provider toprotect it from unpaying consumers. Your receiver de-scrambles that signal and converts the signal into aformat ___ (F). Together these amazing components create avividly clear digital picture for over 200satellite channels.



1.which channel you want towatch

2.including apower source and acomputer system

3.so that the broadcast can only be viewed bypaying subscribers

4.so that they can broadcast the shows via satellite

5.how your satellite TV system works

6.making it possible for asatellite tobroadcast hundreds ofchannels at the sametime

7.that your television can handle



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Justice Hurts



At this time, Williams trial was nearing its end inthe courthouse, and everything became clear. The jurors had grown tired over the course ofthe case but listened tothe judge pronouncing Williams sentence. Things had clearly come toasadend.

despite the lack ofevidence ofapremeditated murder, pursuant toParagraph 210ofPart 2ofthe USAs Criminal Code, even the unintentional loss ofapersons life during arobbery, rape, arson, kidnapping or escape from custody must be considered inany case as an extreme indifference tothe value ofhuman life, and must be qualified as afirst-degree murder. Therefore, the court pronounces asentence oftwo life sentences for each murder and the verdict comes into force from the moment ofthis announcement.

There were no further comments from anyone. It wasnt adeath sentence. They let him him live. Everyone inthe court room looked round insurprise, not daring toexpress any emotions. William even looked up at the judge, trying tounderstand what had just happened, but he didnt succeed. His head was empty and he couldnt think straight; Williams mind was already dead and alife sentence was no different for him than death, so all the way back toprison he rolled inthe back ofthe van inacomplete daze.

Inthe cell, its narrow walls seemed toshrink even more, as Williams eyes reacted tochanges inlighting and inthe darkness, his mind wandered toadarker place as he thought the depths ofagrave probably looked the same.

William stood inside the cell, hearing the door lock, and he couldnt take any step forward. He forced himself tolook around at the walls and think carefully. He had totalk tohis friend Tom again. He approached the door and called aguard over, telling him the request. The guard didnt answer, leaving William alone with the silence, and the waiting game began. The next morning, he was informed about his impending transfer toanother prison, and inthe afternoon, the door toWilliams cell suddenly opened, and he was informed ofavisitor.

Thomas?, William asked, sittingup.

What? the guard asked.

Is it Thomas Wilson, the detective officer?

No, the guard responded coldly.

The lawyer? asked William, less enthusiastic than before.

No. Turn around and face the wall with your arms stretched out, it was an order, not aquestion.

The walk down from the third floor felt like an eternity for William. When he finally reached the glass screen inthe visitation room, he couldnt believe his eyes. The small reporter, Linda Wu, sat infront ofhim on awooden chair, holding her purse.

Hold it, avoice was heard from behind William and the guard handed him abook. William saw that this book wasnt inthe best condition and had many torn pages and looked crumpled.

Iwas asked togive this toyou, Linda said from behind the glass, weakly.

What? Who gave it you? William was at aloss as towhod sent him the book. It had an unassuming and uninteresting cover it was some kind ofromance.

There, take alook inside, Linda replied. Iwas told that you were looking forward toseeing this photo, she said, trying tosmile, but her face instead showed sadness and sympathy for Williams situation.

Aphotograph? William muttered, taking an envelope from the middle ofthe book. Surely, this mustve been scanned before it had got tohim tomake sure it wasnt contraband. He opened the envelope tofind aPolaroid photograph ofalittle girl wearing awhite raincoat and beret. She stood on the embankment near alarge bridge and squinted inthe sun, very much like his own daughter. This looks like Sofia! he thought, before realizing what had actually happened inthe courthouse. It was worse than the life sentences hed been ordered toserve William had tolive with the thought that Sofia had adaughter and that she lived with someone else.

William clenched his fists and looked up at Linda behind the glass.

Are you alright? Whats wrong? she asked.

This is Sofias daughter, Im certain ofit, William said approaching the glass. She stayed with that person whos behind all this, see? he stopped and realised that the only person that could help was sitting right infront ofhim. Linda, listen tome, he whispered. Can you find Thomas Wilson for me? My partner, the detective officer Hes been transferred tothe Phoenixs office; can you find him and tell him Ive remembered something?

Suddenly, Linda pursed her lips, her eyes sparkling. She removed her mask and took out anapkin towipe her nose.

Im sorry, Iwanted tomake you feel better. Im so sorry. Ive got alot oftime, though, now, as Ive got no job, the channel is closed. Ithink Imight be able tomove toPhoenix and find work, although it might be difficult.

Really? William couldnt believe what hed just heard. Then, Ibeg you, write down what Ive asked you shit, there isnt apen and paper. Okay, try and remember what Ive asked you and write it down, when you get out ofhere. Contact Jimmy Huston inthe police office, he should tell you where Tom is now.

Iwill, dont worry, Linda said with areassuring tone.

So, listen. When Ientered the hotel room, Fred Brown called me Dannie. Let Tom find everyone with this name inthe cases Ive investigated. Im certain that this Danny mustve lived here inthe city. This man is close tothe real killer and he must be found hes very important. Im certain that my granddaughter is with him. Please tell Tom about this, and stop crying. Ive got two life sentences toserve. Thanks for coming Linda, its not for nothing, Im certain. Yes, justice hurts, but Ill await your return.

(Adapted from Justice Hurts byIgor Yevtishenkov)



12The judge pronounces asentence that is equalto



1)fifty years injail.

2) death sentence inthe electric chair.

3) three life sentences

4) death from oldage.



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13How does William feel about the sentence?



1)he is indifferent.

2) he is furious.

3) he is going toappealit.

4) he is outraged byinjustice.



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14The next afternoon after the court, William was informedof



1)his impending transfer toanother prison.

2) his friend coming the previousday.

3) avisitor waiting forhim.

4) avisit ofhis lawyer.



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15As William saw the person behind the glass screen



1)he rushed forward.

2) he was surprised.

3) he screamed insurprise.

4) he asked totake him back tothecell



:



16The visitor gavehim



1)aphoto inabook.

2) apicture inaframe.

3) an envelope.

4) aphotocopy ofthe photo.



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17Vanessa is most likelyto



1)quit her job inPhoenix soon.

2) move toWashington.

3) help her mother.

4) help William.



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18William says that justice hurts,and



1)hopes for the better.

2) resigns himself tohis fate.

3) is preparing toreturn tothe cell.

4) returns tothe cell.



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Life Changes



When Andrew Garter was offered the position ofSenior European Sales Manager inalarge, successful multinational corporation, he 30 at the chance. One ofthe main reasons for his immediate acceptance was the opportunity for alarge amount offoreign travel. He could see himself relaxing inacafe bythe Seine after ahard days business, before jetting 31___________ toan important meeting the next morning inPrague. How romantic it all seemed.

And yet now, only eight months after his first day inthe job, how different his emotions were. For Andrew Carter was experiencing what many international business travellers had experienced before him, and will experience for years tocome, that alife 32___________ on planes and inhotels is lonely, dull and exhausting.

He longed tobe back at home, and dreamt ofthe simple pleasures ofhaving someone towatch television with, ofbeing asked how his day was. As he lay on the bed inhis luxurious, yet strangely soulless hotel room, he 33___________ the empty evening ahead ofhim. Whats the 34___________, he asked himself, as he had done so many times, ofgoing out this evening?

Iwont talk toanyone. Iwont have anyone toenjoy it with. Every citys the same when youre alone. Not wanting tosit alone at atable inthe hotel restaurant, he decided tohave his evening meal delivered tohis room byroom service. Leafing through the menu, Andrew was struck byanother desire for some simple, home-cooked food. He sighed.

And then he thought the unthinkable. Idont have to35___________ on like this, he said out loud. Im still young. My whole lifes ahead ofme. Icould quit my job and do something Ireally enjoy. So what if Idont make so much money? Money isnt everything.

It would take several years, and anumber of36___________ starts, but finally Andrew Carter did leave his highly-paid position. He was scared, but for the first time inhis life he was truly content.



301) took 2) jumped 3) seized 4)had

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311) by2) forward 3) up 4)off

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321) spent 2) paid 3) passed 4) taken

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331) dreaded 2) distrusted 3) depressed 4) disappointed

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341) theme 2) topic 3) point 4) subject

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351) live 2) go 3) move 4) continue

:

361) false 2) fake 3) artificial 4) forged

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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane:








Write an email toJane.

Inyour message:

answer her questions;

ask3questionsabout her birthday celebration

Write 100140words.

Remember the rules ofemail writing.



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      (38.1 38.2),      2   .    38  .



38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject onwhy people go travelling inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe opinion polls (see the table below).



Comment on the data inthe table and give your opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

Why did you go travelling last time?








Write 200250words.

Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that can arise with travelling and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance oftravelling inour life.



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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject onwhat social networks are the most popular inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results f the opinion polls (see the pie chart below).



Comment on the data inthe pie chart and give your opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

What social networks are you usingnow?








Write 200250words.

Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that one can face insocial networks and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofsocial networks inour life.



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Test2.  





Task1


Imagine that you are preparing aproject with your friend. You have found some interesting material for the presentation and you want toread this text toyour friend. You have 1.5minutes toread the text silently, then be ready toread it out aloud. You will not have more than 1.5minutes toreadit.



It has been heard for ages that the lifestyle varies between acity and village. Definitely there is agreat difference inthe lifestyle among people living invillages and cities. Neither ofthem is above one another, but definitely has their own advantages and disadvantages. It is considered that life inacity is almost equal toheaven and is wonderful and enjoyable. The reason behind such kind ofthinking or feeling is only because, cities get expanded and more opportunities are made available for the people flooding in. New ventures, experiments and socializing happen incities. The doors for each opportunity are more open incities when compared tovillages and therefore the facilities and comfort would be different from what you may find invillages. Cities provide great facilities for education, medical treatments, job opportunities etc. which makes life more settled and takes it tothe next level.




Task2


Study the advertisement








You are considering visiting the city and now youd like toget more information. In1.5minutes you are toask four direct questions tofind out the following:



1)dates for departures

2) hotel facilities

3) if breakfast is included

4) number ofcity tours



You have 20seconds toask each question.




Task3


You are going togive an interview. You have toanswer five questions

Give full answers tothe questions (23sentences).

Remember that you have 40seconds toanswer each question.



Typescript for Task3



Interviewer: Hello everybody! Its Teenagers Round the World Channel. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss hobbies. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.



Interviewer: Could you tell us what is unusual about Russia?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: What kinds ofhobbies do people usually have inyour country?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: What is your first hobby? Do you still doit?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: How do you spend your free timenow?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: What hobby would like topick up inthe future?Why?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.




Task4


Imagine that you and your friend are doing a school project "Shopping". You have found some photos to illustrate it but for technical reasons you cannot send them now. Leave a voice message to your friend explaining your choice of the photos and sharing some ideas about the project.

In2.5minutes be readyto:



 explain the choice ofthe illustrations for the project bybriefly describing them and noting the differences;

 mention the advantages (12) ofthe two types ofshopping;

 mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types ofshopping;

 express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which way ofshopping you prefer andwhy.













You will speak for not more than 3minutes (23sentences for every item ofthe plan, 1215sentences total). You have totalk continuously.




TEST3





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1Adiary inyour mobile may be agood idea.

2This way toremember things doesnt go well with hygiene.

3One should keep used diaries and daily planners.

4This technique is not good for remembering things.

5Good memory may be aquestion ofgenetics.

6Writing things on pieces ofpaper is convenient.

7Keeping adiary can help not toforget things.



 . . .A  B  C  D  E  F





2.  . ,    G    (1 True),   (2 False)   ,        ,    (3 Not stated).       .    .



AMary has already passed her History test.

BMary feels tired because ofthe repairs inher room.

CMarys parents helped her find the designer.

DNow the main colour ofMarys bedroom is beige.

EMarys furniture used tobe veryold.

FMary loves the new design ofher room.

GJames is going tobring flowers for the party.



   .. A B C D E FG

 



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3Which ofthe following is TRUE about scuba diving?



1)You can do it only inthesea.

2) It involves use ofspecial breathing equipment.

3) It requires three years oftraining.



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4Which ofthe following is NOT true about scuba diving?



1)You can hear alot ofsea sounds.

2) You can look at alot ofdifferent fish.

3) One usually wants torepeat the experience.



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5Which part ofadivers equipment is NOT absolutely necessary?



1)Mask.

2) Scuba fins.

3) Wetsuit.



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6Abuoyancy control device helps the diverto



1)control distance and depth.

2) fight decompression sickness.

3) regulate the air tank level.



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7According toBarbara, why is it better togo toadive school?



1)You get acertificate.

2) You learn more about safety underwater.

3) Self-teaching is illegal.



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8What is the purpose ofthe buddy system indiving?



1)Not tofeel lonely underwater.

2) Not tobe alone inadifficult situation.

3) Not todepend on ones instructor.



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9According toBarbara, what should adiverdo?



1)Avoid contact with sea life.

2) Swim near coral reefs.

3) Encourage tourists todive.



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A.The VLT (Very Large Telescope) is the worlds largest telescope and it is taking scientists further back tothe Big Bang than they ever thought possible. Inother words, the VLT is akind ofatime machine, giving astronomers detailed views ofevents that took place inthe earliest days ofthe cosmos. One day, we will have amuch clearer picture ofhow our planet was born.

B. The latest development inthe debate amongst scientists about what killed the prehistoric dinosaurs is the suggestion that acid rain was the cause. Some geologists suggest that alarge meteor hitting the earth at 65kilometres per second would have led tostrongly acidic rain falling all over the world. This idea is fascinating but it would mean the dinosaurs would all have died within avery short time.

C. In1948, aBritish farmer discovered an interesting lump ofmetal while ploughing his field. At first he thought the metal bits were parts ofan old bed. Then more parts ofold beds turned up and the farmer took them tothe local museum. But these bits are priceless! exclaimed the keeper ofthe museum. They are Iron Age jewellery and coins! Over the next 40years, more and more items were found inthe same field.

D. Rats may have had abit ofahard time over the years but these days lots ofpeople are forgetting about guinea-pigs and hamsters and are buying rats instead. Domestic rats arent the same as the ones that run around rubbish bins theyre actually quite cute. They are very intelligent and can be trained like dogs. They come indifferent colours and abig bonus they will eat anything!

E. InWestern cultures, people look each other inthe eye during aconversation toshow interest and trust, but inmany Asian countries, its rude tolook people inthe eye, especially asuperior such as ateacher. One ofthe most basic and powerful signals is when aperson crosses his or her arms across the chest. This can indicate that aperson is putting up an unconscious barrier between themselves and others.

F. Earthquakes happen all the time inall parts ofthe world but we dont notice most ofthem because they are small. However, big earthquakes are really dangerous. They can make buildings fall down, set off landslides and do other deadly things. The highest death toll caused byan earthquake was inChina in1556, when at least 830,000people died.

G. According toscientists, Americans watch more TV on average than any other nationality. Infact, many people, particularly children, sit for 35hours or more per week glued tothe box. Whats wrong with watching all that TV? Studies have linked it toeverything from obesity toaggression inchildren not tomention that it puts your mind into asort ofsedated state. Habitual television watching, over long periods oftime, has been known tocause depression, and anger.



  .. A B C D E FG



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Booker Prize



The Man Booker Prize for Fiction is awarded every year for the best original full-length novel written byawriter from the Commonwealth or the Republic ofIreland. It aims torepresent the greatest incontemporary literature and promotes the finest infiction byrewarding the best book ofthe year. The prize was originally called the Booker-McConnell Prize, ___ (A). However, it was better-known as simply the Booker Prize. In2002, the Man Group became the sponsor and they chose the new name, keeping Booker.



Publishers can submit books for consideration for the prize, but the judges can also ask for books tobe submitted ___ (B). Firstly, the Advisory Committee gives advice if there have been any changes tothe rules for the prize. Then it selects the people ___ (C). The judging panel changes every year and usually aperson is only ajudge once.



Great efforts are made toensure that the judging panel is balanced interms ofgender and professions within the industry. Awriter, acritic, an editor and an academic are chosen along with awell-known person from wider society. However, when the panel ofjudges has been finalized, they are left tomake their own decisions ___ (D). The Man Booker judges include critics, writers and academics ___ (E). The influence ofthe prize is so great that the winner will almost certainly see the considerable sales increase, inaddition tothe ?50,000___ (F). In1992, aBooker Russian Novel Prize was introduced.



1.without any further interference from the prize sponsor

2.so as tomaintain the consistent quality ofthe prize

3.who will judge the books

4.so as tosellthem

5.which was the name ofthe company that sponsoredit

6.that comes with the prize

7.they think should be included



 A B C D EF



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His Own Medicine



After graduating from medical school, Eugene Alford built alucrative career as an ear, nose, and throat specialist and afacial plastic surgeon at Methodist Hospital. Inthe summers, he and his wife Mary, adentist and former pediatric nurse, would join achurch-sponsored medical mission toHonduras, where he operated on the needy inarural clinic.

At home, Alford treated many prominent Houston residents, but he also waived his fee for less fortunate patients. Carolyn Thomas, for instance, went tosee him with alarge gauze bandage over acavity inher face. She had been shot byher boyfriend, who had also killed her mother. The bullet had blown away Thomass nose, upper jaw, and right eye. Reconstruction would have cost amillion dollars, but Alford, his medical team, and his hospital did it for free.

Whenever Alford needed torelax after aparticularly gruelling period ofwork, hed drive tohis ranch inBellville and lose himself infarm chores. He didnt make it out there as often as he would have liked. As aplastic surgeon at Methodist Hospital, he had performed 800operations over the previous year and was booked solid for months ahead.

So on achilly Sunday afew days after Christmas, Alford headed out through the pine bush, intending toclear atrail for deer hunting. As he cut through underbrush inthe south pasture, Alford brought the tractor toahalt infront ofadead white oak standing inhis path. He nudged the trunk with the tractors front-end loader, expecting the tree totopple neatly tothe ground. Instead the top half ofthe oak swayed towards him. Inseconds, more than aton ofhardwood slammed down on him, crushing his spine.

Pinned tothe steering wheel, Alford could barely breathe. He tried tohit the brakes, but his legs failed torespond. When he found he could move his hands, he turned off the ignition, then with great effort pulled his cell phone from his shirt pocket and called his wife on speed dial. Mary, he gasped, atree fell on me. Im going todie. Dont quit! she shouted. Were coming toget you! Alford was still conscious when his neighbours Kevin and Snuffy, alerted byMary, hauled the tree off him. Arescue helicopter touched down minutes later, and Alford advised the paramedics on which drugs toadminister tohim. Then he blackedout.

He was flown tothe trauma unit at Medical Centre inHouston, then quickly transferred toMethodist. The operation was successful, but the patient was still indanger. After almost two weeks inthe ICU, Alford awoke, and his condition improved enough for him tobe taken toarehabilitation unit, where he began physical therapy and learned touse awheelchair. InFebruary 2008, six weeks after the accident, Alford returned tohis 100-year-old home inHouston. At first, he was so weak that he could sit up only when strapped into awheelchair.

Before the accident, Alford had been asolidly built six-footer and was used tobeing incharge. Now, entirely dependent on others, he fell into despair. If it werent for my wife and kids, Iwould have killed myself, he says. But then the love started pouring in. Alfords brother maintained ablog toprovide updates about Alfords recovery. Over the next three months, he received 40,000messages from colleagues, former patients, acquaintances, even strangers. The outpouring raised his spirits. It also gave Mary anew perspective on him. For years, Alfords schedule of15-hour days hadnt left him much time for her and the kids. Id just about decided you liked work more than us, Mary told him one day over lunch. But now Irealize you didnt want toleave the hospital because there were so many folks that needed you. You couldnt just abandon them.

The couple refurbished their house with ramps, awheelchair-accessible bathroom, and an elevator. They bought an extended-cab pickup truck and fitted it with awheelchair hoist, aswivelling drivers seat, and hand controls so Alford could drive himself.

But Alfords goal was tomake such adjustments temporary. After amonth ofphysical therapy, he graduated from an electric toamanual wheelchair. The daily workouts built strength inhis back and abdominal muscles, improving his ability tohold himself upright. Soon he was able tostand with the aid ofatubular steel frame; seated inhis chair, he could now draw his legs toward his chest.

InMay, Alford began the next phase oftreatment. Byputting aparalyzed patient through his paces, therapists hoped togrow new neuromuscular connections. After three months ofthis routine, Alfords coordination had improved markedly. He felt ready topick up ascalpel again, with the hospitals approval. Alford still goes for four hours ofrehab every morning and spends his evenings stretching and riding amotorized stationary bike tokeep muscle spasms at bay. But inthe hours between, he sees patients or performs surgeries as many as five aweek.

Hes eager todo more complex surgeries and plans toincrease his workload. Walking remains uncertain. Ialways tell him if Ihad acrystal ball, Id be amillionaire, says Marcie Kern, one ofhis physical therapists. Still, the doctor considers himself aluckyman.



12Eugene Alford



1)treated only prominent Houston residents.

2) did some charity work.

3) had fixed fees.

4) often visited his ranch inBellville.



:



13Inparagraph 3gruelling means



1)extremely boring.

2) quite exciting.

3) very tiring.

4) highly uncomfortable.



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14As aresult ofthe accident, the oak broke Alfords



1)neck.

2) legs.

3) back.

4) chest.



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15Before the accident, Alford



1)was incharge ofthe hospital.

2) liked his work more than his family.

3) worked 15hours aweek.

4) could not spend much time with his wife and children.



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16Tomake Alford feel more comfortable



1)the family equipped their house with necessary facilities.

2) his 100-year-old house was redecorated.

3) the family bought anew house.

4) his old pickup truck was fitted with awheelchair hoist.



:



17After physical therapy and daily workouts



1)Alford didnt need awheelchair.

2) Alfords stamina came back.

3) Alford started toperform simple operations.

4) Alfords coordination improved markedly.



:



18At present Alford



1)feels sorry for himself.

2) is planning topractise medicine as well as he usedto.

3) is going tostart walking.

4) wants tobecome amillionaire.



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AShoe Shop Story



Carol Chadbond leant on the counter bythe till, chewing gum, and gazed at the customers inthe shoe shop. There were only two: ayoung girl and her mother. They had been 30___________ on shoes for twenty minutes, unable toagree on anything. The girl wanted something expensive and fashionable, while the mother wanted something cheap and practical. Carol watched them argue and thought how bored shewas.

She wished she hadnt agreed tostand infor Julie on aSaturday morning. She could be out with her friends now, drinking coffee and gossiping instead ofwaiting for people to31___________ their minds up. The mother came over with ashoe inher hand.

Iwonder if you have this inasize 4, she said. Carol took the shoe and smiled the automatic smile she 32___________, for customers.

Ill go and have alook. Wont be aminute, she said and went into the storeroom. She quickly found the shoes, then sat on astool, hoping towaste afew minutes by33___________ tolook for the shoes. She thought about her plans for that evening. She was looking forward togoing tothe cinema and seeing her favourite actors latest film. Realising that she hadnt invited Amy, she got out her mobile and quickly dialled the number. It rang twice before Amy answered.

Hi, its me! Carol said. Guess what? Im at work. Listen, what are you doing later?

Soon, Amy was telling Carol all about what had happened the night before and who had said what towhom. Forgetting where she was, Carol got more and more 34___________ inthe

conversation, crying Really? and Idont believe it! at the more interesting moments inthe story. Alow cough came from the door ofthe storeroom. Carol looked up tosee the woman customer standing there with avery annoyed 35___________ on her face. Even worse, the shop manager, Mrs Lewis, was standing right behindher.

Erm Ill call you back, Carol said into the phone, and hung 36___________. Somehow, she had the feeling that she might not have towork the following Saturday morning.



301) trying2) wearing3) getting4) having

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311) put2) make3) decide4) cross

:

321) booked2) reserved3) held4) stored

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331) acting2) imitating3) displaying4) pretending

:

341) involved2) excited3) included 4) concentrated

:

351) view2) look3) sight4) appearance

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361) off2) out3) up4)down

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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friendMax:








Write an email toMax.

Inyour message:



answer his questions;

ask3questionsabout thetrip



Write 100140words.

Remember the rules ofemail writing.



***

      (38.1 38.2),      2   .    38  .



38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject on what countries teens from Zetland would like towork in. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe opinion polls (see the table below).



Comment on the data inthe table and give your personal opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

What countries would you like toworkin?








Write 200250words.

Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that can arise with working inanother country and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofworking inanother country.



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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject onwhy the social network VK is popular inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results f the opinion polls (see the pie chart below).



Comment on the data inthe pie chart and give your opinion on the subject ofthe project.



The opinion poll question:

Why do you spend time inVK?








Write 200250words.



Use the following plan:

make an opening statement on the subject ofthe project;

select and report 23facts;

make 12comparisons where relevant and give your comments;

outline aproblem that one can face using VK and like and suggest away ofsolvingit;

conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofVK inteens life.



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Test3.  





Task1


Imagine that you are preparing aproject with your friend. You have found some interesting material for the presentation and you want toread this text toyour friend. You have 1.5minutes toread the text silently, then be ready toread it out aloud. You will not have more than 1.5minutes toreadit.



21st century skills comprise abilities, and learning dispositions that have been identified as being required for success inthe modern-day society and workplaces byeducators, business leaders, academics, and governmental agencies. This is part ofagrowing international movement focusing on the skills required for students tomaster inpreparation for success inarapidly changing, digital society. Many ofthese talents are also associated with deeper learning, which is based on mastering analytic reasoning, complex problem solving, and teamwork. These skills differ from traditional academic training inthat they are not primarily content knowledge-based. The above-mentioned abilities are also identified as key qualities ofprogressive education, apedagogical movement that began inthe late nineteenth century and continues invarious forms tothe present.




Task2


Study the advertisement

Touch the Culture ofWorld Civilizations








You are considering visiting amuseum and youd like toget more information. In1.5minutes you are toask four direct questions tofind out the following:



1)location ofthe museum

2) special offers

3) number ofexhibitions

4) working hours



You have 20seconds toask each question.




Task3


You are going togive an interview. You have toanswer five questions

Give full answers tothe questions (23sentences).

Remember that you have 40seconds toanswer each question.



Typescript for Task3

Interviewer: Hello everybody! Its Teenagers Round the World Channel. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss friends. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.



Interviewer: How do you get along with your peers?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: What are the benefits offriendship?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: Where did you meet your best friend? How long have you known each other?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: How do you communicate with your friends?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: How do you spend time together?

Student: _________________________



Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.




Task4


Imagine that you and your friend are doing aschool project Martial Arts. Youhave found some photos toillustrate it but for technical reasons you cannot send themnow.

Leave avoice message toyour friend explaining your choice ofthe photos and sharingsome ideas about the project.

In2.5minutes be readyto:








 explain the choice ofthe illustrations for the project bybriefly describing them and noting the differences;

 mention the advantages (12) ofthe two types ofmartial arts;

 mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types ofmartial arts;

 express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which way ofmartial arts youd prefer andwhy.



You will speak for not more than 3minutes (23sentences for every item ofthe plan, 1215sentences total). You have totalk continuously.




TEST4





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1This ingredient ofasweet treat has along history.

2Special sweets can be decorations for special occasions.

3Candy from our childhood has avery special taste.

4Every candy cane has its own sweet secret.

5Ididnt regret spending money for those sweets.

6It was impossible toeat alone all the sweets needed.

7This shop has an unusual mix ofgoods.



 . . .A  B  C  D  E  F





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ASandra has been friends with Anna for along time.

BJim and Anna have good relations at the moment.

CJim feels guilty about his behavior towards Anna.

DJim has afull-timejob.

EJim thinks gift certificates dont make agood present.

FSandra has already bought apresent for Anna.

GJim and Sandra are going shopping tonight.



 . . . . . . . . . . .A  B  C  D  E  F  G

 



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3Speaking about his background, Nigel says that



1)he decided tobecome apilot at an earlyage.

2) his family was related toaviation.

3) it took him quite long tounderstand that he wanted tofly.



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4At present, Nigels main ambition is toworkon



1)local flights.

2) trans-Atlantic flights.

3) popular international flights.



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5When Nigel decided toget apilots license, he hadto



1)leave school towork.

2) change many jobs.

3) combine work and studies.



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6Nigel explains that toget instrument rating means todemonstrate the abilityto



1)operate any type ofaircraft.

2) fly inany weather conditions.

3) use different equipment on the ground.



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7Nigel cant get ajob with amajor airline because



1)he doesnt have enough experience.

2) these airlines have stopped hiring new pilots.

3) his pilots license is not valid.



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8Inorder toachieve his aim, Nigel still needsto



1)pass amedical test.

2) gain more flying skills.

3) choose asuitable airline.



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9Before he gets enough experience, Nigel is ready towork



1)for alow salary.

2) with many different people.

3) infaraway places.



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A.Acid rain moves easily, affecting locations far beyond those that let out the pollution. As aresult, this global pollution issue causes great debates between countries that fight over polluting each others environments. The problem is that acid rain, one ofthe most important environmental problems ofall, cannot be seen. Some scientists think that human production is primarily responsible, while others cite natural causes as well.

B. Air pollution has many disastrous effects that need tobe curbed. Inorder toaccomplish this, governments, scientists and environmentalists are using or testing avariety ofmethods aimed at reducing pollution. There are two main types ofpollution control. Input controls are usually more effective than output controls. Output controls are also more expensive, making them less desirable totax payers and polluting industries.

C. Global warming is called the greenhouse effect because the gases that are gathering above the earth make the planet comparable toagreenhouse. Bytrapping heat, the green house effect is warming the planet and threatening the environment. Current fears stem largely from the fact that global warming is occurring at such arapid pace. Models are predicting that over the next century, the global temperature will rise byseveral degrees.

D. Individuals often throw out goods without realizing that they could be dangerous for the environment. No matter where people put these materials, there is always achance that they could find their way into the ground, and eventually into our bodies. Special research is necessary toprovide data on the effects ofevery chemical as well as tolearn how combinations ofthese chemicals affect human health.

E. Only afew factors combine tocreate the problem ofozone layer depletion. The production and emission ofCFCs, chlorofluorocarbons, is byfar the leading cause. Many countries have called for the end ofCFC production. However, those industries that do use CFCs do not want todiscontinue usage ofthis highly valuable industrial chemical. So its important tomake people realize the disaster CFCs cause inthe stratosphere.

F. Unlike some environmental issues, rainforest depletion has fortunately received significant public and media attention. According tosome estimates, 50million acres ofrain forest are cut down every year. Every year, Brazil chops down an area offorest the size ofthe state ofNebraska. InIndonesia, Zaire, Papua-New Guinea, Malaysia, Burma, the Philippines, Peru, Colombia, Bolivia, and Venezuela, rain forests that were once great have been lost.

G. The worlds population has been booming for years. The population is now threatening toreach the stage where there are simply too many people for the planet tosupport. Greater populations pollute and consume more, ruining the environment and creating or intensifying avariety ofproblems. Also, with the food supply limited, the increase inpopulation will make shortages inmany parts ofthe world even worse.



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Little Smoker



On 25October 1881, alittle boy was born inMalaga, Spain. It was adifficult birth and tohelp him breathe, cigar smoke was blown into his nose! But despite being the youngest ever smoker, this baby grew up tobe one ofthe 20th centurys greatest painters Pablo Picasso.



Picasso showed his truly exceptional talent from avery young age. His first word was lapiz (Spanish for pencil) and he learned todraw before he could talk.



He was the only son inthe family and very good-looking, ___ (A). He hated school and often refused togo unless his doting parents allowed him totake one ofhis fathers pet pigeons withhim!



Apart from pigeons, his great love was art, and when in1891his father, who was an amateur artist, got ajob as adrawing teacher at acollege, Pablo went with him tothe college. He often watched his father painting and sometimes was allowed tohelp. One evening his father was painting apicture oftheir pigeons ___ (B). He returned tofind that Pablo had completed the picture, and it was so amazingly beautiful and lifelike that he gave his son his own palette and brushes and never painted again. Pablo was just13.



From then onwards there was no stopping him. Many people realized that he was agenius but he disappointed those ___ (C). He was always breaking the rules ofartistic tradition and shocked the public with his strange and powerful pictures. He is probably best known for his Cubist pictures, ___ (D). His paintings ofpeople were often made up oftriangles and squares with their features inthe wrong place. His work changed our ideas about art ___ (E). Guernica, which he painted in1937, records the bombing ofthat little Basque town during the Spanish Civil War, and is undoubtedly one ofthe masterpieces ofmodern painting.



Picasso died ofheart failure during an attack ofinfluenza in1973. The artist created over 6,000paintings, drawings and sculptures. Today aPicasso costs several million pounds, ___(F).



1.which used only simple geometric shapes




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