Книга - 31-й – 40-й тесты. Английский язык. ЕГЭ, 2023. На базе материалов ФИПИ
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TEST31
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1. Nature is my best hotel.
2. Sleeping among strangers is not aproblem.
3. Aquiet place tostay becomes afavourite.
4. The best hotel is at the seaside.
5. Roadside hotels can disappoint.
6. Comfortable holiday costs money.
7. We have tothink about our meals.
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2. . , G (1 True), (2 False) , , (3 Not stated). . .
A. The conversation takes place on Tuesday.
B. Jack knows what kind ofpresent they will buy for Linda.
C. Rose knows Linda better than Jack does.
D. Linda follows the latest fashion trends.
E. Linda doesnt like gift certificates.
F. Linda cant have apet because ofher mother.
G. Rose and Jack are going tothe shop straight away.
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3. What do we learn about Alex at the beginning ofthe interview?
1)He has written more than 60books for children.
2) His most famous books are detective stories.
3) All his books are fiction.
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4. Why does Alex write?
1)He has tomake aliving.
2) He simply cant helpit.
3) He is inspired byother writers.
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5. What do we learn out about Alexs reading preferences?
1) He prefers classics only.
2) He prefers humorous stories.
3) His preferences are varied
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6. What was Alexs first book?
1) Achildrens book.
2) Adetective short story.
3) Adetective novel
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7. What does Alex say about literary agents?
1) Every writer must haveone.
2) You should try towork with several agents.
3) Good agents are invaluable helpers.
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8. What does Alex say about promoting his books?
1)Its very motivating forhim.
2) Its too hard physically.
3) Its astress for him having tomeet readers.
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9. What is, inAlexs opinion, the typical mistake ofstarting novelists?
1)They write too many stories at once.
2) They spend too much time on their first text.
3) They give up writing very quickly.
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10. AG 18. . . .
1. New food choices
2. Seafood
3. Confusingname
4. New word inEnglish
5. Iconicdish
6. Change inquality
7. Increase inpopularity
8. Origin ofthemeal
A.The practice ofserving aroast dinner on aSunday is related tothe elaborate preparation required, and tothe housewifes practice ofperforming the weekly wash on aMonday, when the cold remains ofthe roast made an easily assembled meal. Sunday was once the only rest day after asix-day working week; it was also ademonstration that the household was prosperous enough toafford the cost ofabetter than normal meal.
B. Great Britain is surrounded byseas on all sides. No wonder that foods such as deep fried breaded scampi are usually on offer as well as fishcakes and anumber ofother combinations. However, England is internationally famous for its fish and chips and has alarge number ofrestaurants and take-away shops selling this dish. It may be the most popular and identifiable English dish. Like many national dishes, quality can vary drastically from the commercial or mass produced product toan authentic or homemade variety using more carefully chosen ingredients.
C. Many seaside towns have shellfish stalls located at the beach. Traditionally these sell snack-sized pots ofcockles, mussels, jellied eels, shell-on or peeled prawns, crab meat and oysters. The shellfish are served cold and the customer adds condiments totaste. Shellfish is best eaten as fresh as possible, and certainly on the day ofpurchase. Some shellfish such as squid, octopus and prawns can be frozen successfully; others such as mussels, oysters and clams need tobe live when cooked.
D. Most large supermarkets inEngland will stock at least adozen types ofEnglish sausage. English sausages are colloquially known as bangers. They are distinctive inthat they are usually made from fresh meats and rarely smoked, dried, or strongly flavoured. Following the post World War II period, sausages tended tocontain low-quality meat and fat. However, there has been abacklash inrecent years, with most butchers and supermarkets now selling premium varieties. Pork and beef are byfar the most common bases, although gourmet varieties may contain venison or wild boar.
E. Inthe 1950s some British pubs would offer apie and apint, with hot individual steak and ale pies made easily on the premises bythe landlords wife. Inthe 1960s and 1970s this developed into the then-fashionable chicken inabasket, aportion ofroast chicken with chips, served on anapkin, inawicker basket. Since then pub grub has expanded toinclude British food items such as shepherds pie, fish and chips, bangers and mash, Sunday roast, ploughmans lunch, and pasties. Food has become more important inapubs trade, and today most pubs serve lunches and dinners at the table inaddition tosnacks consumed at thebar.
F. English sandwiches are made with two slices ofbread, or some kind ofroll. Common types ofsandwich are roast beef, chicken salad, ham and mustard, cheese and pickle, egg mayonnaise, prawn mayonnaise, tuna, marmite and jam. Adainty form ofsandwich, cut into small squares, without crusts, and often filled with cucumber, is served at genteel gatherings, such as Royal Garden parties. England can claim tohave given the world the word sandwich, although John Montagu, 4th Earl ofSandwich, was not the first toadd afilling tobread.
G. Inthe USA, a2pudding is acreamy, dairy dessert, traditionally made with sugar and acouple ofother ingredients. It really means nothing else. But the British seem tocall alot ofother things pudding. 2Apple pudding traditionally has alayer ofapple covered with acake topping or asuet pastry, which looks just like apple pie. Yorkshire pudding includes chicken, pork or beef cooked inacrispy outer-batter. Black pudding is akind ofthick dark sausage made from animal blood and fat. What makes this apudding?
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AncientRome
The founding ofRome goes back tothe very early days ofcivilization. It is so old that today it is known as the eternal city. The Romans thought that their city was founded inthe year 753BC. Modern historians, however, believe it was the year 625BC.
Early Rome was governed bykings, ___ (A), the Romans took power over their own city and ruled themselves. They had acouncil known as the senate, ___ (B). From this point on one speaks ofthe Roman Republic.
The word Republic itself comes from the Latin words res publica, which mean public matters. The senate appointed aconsul, ___ (C), but only for one year. This was awise idea, as the consul ruled carefully and not as atyrant, for he knew that otherwise he could be punished bythe next consul, once his year wasup.
The Roman Republic was avery successful government. It lasted from 510BC until 23BC almost 500years. Incomparison the United States ofAmerica only exist since 1776 less than 250years.
The greatest challenge the Roman Republic faced was that ofthe Carthaginians. Carthage was avery powerful city inNorth Africa, ___ (D). The fight between the two sides was along one and took place on land and onsea.
The most famous incident came when the great Carthaginian general Hannibal crossed the mountain chain ofthe Alps tothe north ofItaly with all his troops and invaded Italy. However, Rome finally won and Carthage was completely destroyed inthe year 146BC.
Romes most famous citizen was no doubt Julius Caesar. He was aRoman politician and general ___ (E). Inthe year 49BC Caesar crossed the small river between his province and Italy, called the river Rubicon, and conquered Rome. His military campaigns also took him toEgypt, ___ (F). His life ended abruptly as he was infamously murdered inthe senate inRome.
So famous and respected was Caesar that amonth ofthe year is still named after him today. Also, the great English poet William Shakespeare wrote afamous play called Julius Caesar about his famous murder.
1. who ruled Rome like aking
2. but after only seven ofthem had ruled
3. where he met the famous Cleopatra
4. which controlled its own empire
5. which he then ruled as adictator
6. which ruled overthem
7. who conquered the vast territory inFrance
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Stories and Legends
The county ofAntrim is not only one ofthe most picturesque, but most prosperous inall Ireland. It is also remarkable for being entirely surrounded bywater bythe ocean, Lough Neagh, and the rivers Bann and Lagan. Inthis county, vast quantities offlax are raised and manufactured into linen chiefly at Belfast, the most important commercial town inthe north ofIreland.
Belfast is particularly dear tome as aplace where Ispent many pleasant days with some warm-hearted Irish friends. Insight ofthis town there is alarge hill, which is remarkable for presenting, at aparticular point ofview, amost gigantic likeness tothe first Napoleon. Certain swells and ledges ofthe summit form the great profile very distinctly. He seems tobe lying on his back, asleep, or inameditative mood, and the face has such adejected, melancholy look that one might suppose the likeness had been taken when the Emperor was aprisoner at St. Helena. There was one ofthe Bonapartes at Belfast, at the time Iwas there attending the meeting ofthe British Association, acelebrated scientific society. This was Lucien, agrand-nephew ofthe Emperor. He recognized the likeness inthe great rocky profile, when it was pointed out tohim, and professed tobe agood deal affected byit.
Near Belfast there is also afamous Druidical circle, or alarge amphitheatre, enclosed byhigh mounds ofearth, where the ancient Druids used tomeet for their heathen worship. As we stood inthat great circle, beside arude altar ofstones, it made us shudder tothink that hundreds ofhuman beings had probably been cruelly sacrificed there as offerings tothe gods ofthe Druids. What ahappy, blessed thing it is toknow that such dreadful crimes can never again be committed here, under the name ofreligion.
While at Belfast, we made adelightful excursion toShanes Castle, the seat ofLord ONeil. Shanes Castle and the ONeil estate are situated upon Lough Neagh, the largest lake inGreat Britain. There is alegend that this sheet ofwater covers land that was once cultivated, cottages, castles, and even villages. The peasants say that there was once an enchanted well, which was always kept covered with aheavy stone, lest its waters should rise and overwhelm the land. One day, acareless woman went tothis well toget water toboil her potatoes in, and hearing her baby cry, ran home without waiting tocover the well, which began toleap up inagreat column, like awater-spout ofan underground sea, and poured out so fast and furious that before many hours the whole valley was overflowed, and that night, the moon smiled tosee herself reflected inanew lake.
On our route from Belfast tothe Giants Causeway, we passed through several towns, oflittle importance now, though ofsome historical note such as Carrickfergus, Larne, and Glenarm. This last is abeautifully situated town, with apleasant little bay, which usually affords asafe shelter for shipping on acoast somewhat renowned for wrecks and disasters. Here is afine castle, which is the seat ofthe ancient family ofthe MacDonnels, Earls ofAntrim. Scarcely any thing inthe world can be grander or more beautiful than the coast road all the way from Glenarm tothe Giants Causeway. It is too fine tobe described; it should be painted, not written about.
We reached the Causeway late inthe evening so hungry and tired that we were very glad toget our supper and went tobed without putting our heads out ofdoors. Inthe morning we engaged aguide and set out on our sightseeing tour.
The Causeway is formed byavast collection ofrocky columns mostly as regular inshape as though cut bymasonry five-sided, six-sided, seven or eight-sided, piled and packed together, varying much inheight, but little insize. Some form afloor almost as even as acity pavement some form gradual steps leading down tothe sea and some tower upward, like spires and turrets.
There is avery singular collection ofthese columns on the side ofthe highest cliff, ahundred and twenty feet inheight, called the Giants Organ, from their resemblance tothe pipes ofthat instrument.
According tolegend, the mighty Giant, Finn McCool, was musical inhis taste, and used togive himself alittle innocent diversion here, after his hard labours inbuilding the Causeway. Even now, when the sea roars, and the deep thunder rolls along the rocky coast, they say the giant is playing on his big stone organ under the cliff.
12. The county ofAntrim is describedas
1) picturesque but poor.
2) rich and successful.
3) the land ofvast plains.
4) the land oflong rivers.
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13. The large hill near Belfast is remarkablefor
1) astriking resemblance tothe first Emperor ofthe French.
2) its likeness toagrand-nephew ofthe Emperor.
3) the visit ofone ofthe Bonapartes.
4) the profile ofthe first Napoleon carved intoit.
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14. Druidical circleis
1) alarge amphitheatre for theatrical performances.
2) achurch with arude altar ofstones.
3) aplace ofcurrent sacrificial offerings tothe gods.
4) aplace ofancient religious ceremonies.
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15.How was Lough Neagh formed?
1) It was artificially created bythe peasants.
2) It appeared because ofacareless woman.
3) It was formed bythe water rising from an undergroundsea.
4) Nobody knows for sure.
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16. On his way from Belfast tothe Giants Causeway, the narrator was particularly impressedby
1)the historical town ofGlenarm.
2) apleasant little bay offering asafe shelter for shipping.
3) the coast road from Glenarm tothe Giants Causeway.
4) the castle ofthe ancient family ofthe MacDonnels.
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17. The Giants Causeway is acollection ofrocky columns
1)ofsimilar size.
2) ofsimilar height.
3) irregular inshape.
4) cut bymasons.
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18. According tolegend, the giant Finn McCool
1)was atalented musician.
2) worked hard tobuild the Causeway.
3) used toplay the organ only when the sea roared
4) never played his organ.
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The Bald Eagle
19. In1782, soon after the United States won its independence, the bald eagle as the national bird ofthe new country. American leaders wanted the eagle tobe asymbol oftheir country because it is one ofthe strongest birds. CHOOSE
20. Today the bald eagle almost from the country. DISAPPEAR
21. In1972there only 3,000bald eagles inthe entire United States.BE
22. The reason for the bird s population is pollution, especially pollution ofthe rivers bypesticides. DECREASE
23. Pesticides poison the fish. Eagle eat these fish and then the eggs eagles lay have very thin shells and . NOT HATCH
24. Today, the American government and the American people toprotect the bald eagle.TRY
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Music inschools
25. Primary schools inLondon are trying out an ambitious plan through which young children get an introduction toserious music. The idea comes from agroup offamous musicians who are concerned about the ofcertain types ofclassical music. SURVIVE
26. They see the plan as one possible tothe problem ofdeclining audiences at classical concerts. SOLVE
27. Their is that an interest inclassical music should be developed inearly childhood. ARGUE
28. They reject the idea that children are not interested inserious music or necessarily find it boring. AWFUL
29. The group goes into aschool and gives alive ofashort classical piece and then this is followed byan explanation ofhow the instruments work. PERFORM
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The Guest
The landscape seen from our windows is certainly charming, said Annabel; those cherry orchards and green meadows, and the river winding along the valley. However, nothing ever happens here. Rather dreadful, isntit?
On the 30, said Matilda, Ifind it soothing and restful; but then, you see, Ive lived incountries where things do happen, especially when youre not ready for them happening all at once.
That, ofcourse, makes a31, said Annabel.
Ill never forget, said Matilda, the occasion when the Bishop ofBequar 32 us an unexpected visit.
Ithought that out there you were always prepared for emergency guests turning 33, said Annabel.
Iwas quite prepared for half adozen Bishops, said Matilda, but it was rather disconcerting tofind out that this particular one was adistant cousin ofmine, belonging toabranch ofthe family that had quarrelled bitterly and offensively with our branch about aCrown Derby dessert service. Tomake 34 worse, my husband was away, talking sense toavillage community that fancied one oftheir leading men was awere-tiger.
Awhat tiger?
Awere-tiger; youve heard ofwere-wolves, havent you, amixture ofwolf and human being and demon? Well, inthose parts they have were-tigers, or think they have, and Imust say that inthis case they had every ground for thinking so. However, as we gave 35 witchcraft prosecutions about three hundred years ago, we dont like tohave other people keeping on our discarded practices.
Ihope you werent unkind tothe Bishop, said Annabel.
Well, ofcourse he was my guest, so Ihad tobe outwardly polite tohim, but he was tactless enough torake up the incidents ofthe old quarrel, and from that moment we were scarcely on speaking 36.
30.1) contrast. 2) contrary. 3) inside. 4) opposite
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31. 1) statement. 2) splash. 3) move. 4) difference
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32. 1) paid. 2) sent. 3) made. 4)gave
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33. 1) to. 2) over. 3) up. 4)in
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34. l) issues. 2) matters. 3) problems. 4) situation
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35. l) in. 2) up. 3) away. 4)out
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36. 1) conditions. 2) relationships. 3) relations. 4) terms
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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Jane:
From: Jane@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@oge.ru
Subject: Food prices
Im living alone now as my parents are visiting my elder sister and her new baby. Inever thought we spend so much on food! Where do you usually buy food? Whats the most expensive and the cheapest thing toeat inRussia? What do you prefer toeat inor toeat out, andwhy?
This month Im working as ababy-sitter for my neighbours
Write an email toJane.
Inyour message:
answer his questions;
ask 3questions about her experience as ababy-sitter.
Write 100140words
Remember the rules ofemail writing.
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38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject on what pets people keep 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 kind ofpet do you keep?
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 keeping pets and suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofpets inour life.
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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject on what extracurricular activities are popular with teenagers inZetland. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe 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 extracurricular activities do you like at your school?
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 doingextracurricular activitiesand suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion onthe importance ofextracurricular activities for teenagers.
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofextracurricular activities for teenagers.
Test 31.
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.
Scientists have noticed that the weather is getting worse and worse and the so-called extreme weather events are becoming more and more frequent. The explanation is short: the reason is global warming. What is global warming? Greenhouse effect is anatural feature ofour atmosphere without which the life on our planet would be impossible. Certain atmospheric gases work as akind ofblanket, keeping the Earth warm. The amount ofthese greenhouse gases used tobe more or less the same for centuries. But the industrial revolution broke this balance. Climate experts predict that in30years the global average temperature will rise by23degrees. Northern regions will be wetter and warmer, southern regions will be drier and hotter. Snow will melt inthe Alps and other mountains and the water will cause floods. Sea levels will rise and lots ofareas will disappear under water. So will some species ofanimals and plants.
Task2
Study the advertisement.
You are considering visiting Alla Scala theater and youd like toget more information. In1.5minutes you are toask four direct questions tofind out the following:
1)current performances
2) tickets price
3) location ofthe theater
4) if you can go backstage
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 the Young Adults Club. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss daily routines. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.
Interviewer: How busy is your school timetable?
Student: ______________________________
Interviewer: What after school activities do you take partin?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: What household chores do you have?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: How do you prefer tospend your free time?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: Do you think that everyone should find time for meeting with relatives and friends?Why?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.
Task4
Imagine that you and your friend are doing aproject Online and Offline Learning. 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 oflearning;
mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types oflearning;
express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which way oflearning you prefer andwhy.
You will speak for not more than 3minutes (1215sentences). You have totalk continuously.
TEST32
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1. Iusually ignore what glossy magazines advise.
2. My friends and Iare for sports style inclothes.
3. Clothes arent atop priority inpeoples life.
4. Fashionable clothes can improve your self-esteem.
5. You can judge apersons character byclothes.
6. Its important toknow how tomix clothes.
7. Some clothes are suitable for any occasion.
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A. Steve hasnt been tothe new libraryyet.
B. Anne enjoys rainy days very much.
C. Steve believes reading is not as exciting as some other activities.
D. Steve can play hockey even at night.
E. Steves hockey friends dont play online games.
F. Steve likes serious questions about life.
G. Anne thinks that films shouldnt be based on books.
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3. What do we learn about Maggies musical education?
1)She attended amusical school for 9years.
2) She didnt like playing the piano very much.
3) She didnt have aspecial music talent.
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4. Why did Maggie want tobecome an actress?
1)This profession runs inher family.
2) Acting on stage felt natural toher.
3) She wanted toovercome the stage fright.
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5. What does Maggie say about directors and directing?
1)She thinks she was fortunate towork with many talented directors.
2) She feels she could herself direct afilm oneday.
3) She thinks David Lynch is the best director
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6. What does Maggie say is the most important thing for her about afilm?
1)The story.
2) The screenplay.
3) The partners
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7. Maggie often plays mothers because
1)she is afuture mother herself.
2) such roles provide lots ofopportunities toan actress.
3) people like her insuch roles.
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8. What does Maggie think ofher appearance?
1)She thinks shes very beautiful.
2) She thinks she should take care ofthe way she looks on screen.
3) She thinks her looks dont interfere with herjob
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9. What does Maggie love about being an actress?
1)Being able toplay both men and women.
2) Being able tolook beautiful on screen.
3) Being able toexpress complex characters
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10. AG 18. . . .
1. Mixing styles.
2. Internet sensation.
3. Short lifetime.
4. Money worries.
5. Celebrity style
6. Cheaper tobuy
7. Rebels nomore
8. Shopping frenzy
A.Youth sub-culture isnt what it used tobe. Inthe 1960s, youths who were protesting against their parents or society dressed acertain way toshow their anger, or tofeel like they belonged tosomething. Nowadays, parents are more accepting oftheir children, and society is more accepting ofdifferent people. There is less ofaneed toact out, so there are fewer sub-cultures as aresult.
B. There are still afew youth sub-cultures these days. One phenomenon is haul girls teenage girls who shop till they drop, then come home with abig haul, usually several bags ofclothes. Then they make avideo ofwhat they bought, and not just any old video, either. They put great effort into it, with editing and astoryline. Its their way ofshowing off what they love todo.
C. Inthe old days, it took quite alot ofcash toget the look you desired. If you wanted tobe Goth, going out and buying black boots, black clothes and black jewellery would cost aconsiderable amount. Its all become more affordable now, so you can belong toone youth sub-culture one week and another the next, more or less.
D. There are fewer differences between youth sub-cultures than there used tobe. Inthe old days, ahippie looked like ahippie. Apunk looked like apunk, and nothing else. But it seems that the youth oftoday sometimes combines looks. One example is seapunk, which is punk but much more colourful and with abit ofhip-hop added. At least its still very creative!
E. Ayouth sub-culture is defined bymany things. Its the need tostand out, or the need toprotest, or the need tobelong. These days, kids are quite worried about their future. University has become very expensive, and the job market isnt as strong as it used tobe. How can anyone focus on creating aunique style when theyre facing such deep financial concerns?
F. Sometimes ayouth sub-culture can come out ofnowhere. Take Molly Soda, for example. Molly Soda is ateenage girl who posted some short films on YouTube that quickly became highly popular. Her style ofdress, with her blue hair and nose piercing, is now copied bythousands ofgirls who find it cool. Theyre called Molly Soda girls, from ayouth sub-culture born overnight!
G. It is true that youth sub-cultures are like trends. They are born, they gain popularity, and then soon enough, everyones joined in. At that point, they are finished. This timeline used tobe much longer than it is today. Now, with social media, trends spread much faster, which means they die adeath much faster, too. Asub-culture is lucky if it lasts awhole year these days!
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The Seven Sisters
After the Second World War, officials inthe Soviet Union embarked on abuilding frenzy toadd agrand architectural style toMoscows skyline. As put byJoseph Stalin, the countrys leader who had led the nation during the war, the Soviet Union was victorious, ___(A).
The Seven Sisters are acollection ofseven buildings that Stalin commissioned tobe built between 1947and 1953. His thinking was tohave skyscrapers just like existed inWestern cities such as New York and London. It was amatter ofprestige for the Soviet nation, he felt, ___(B).
The idea for the first ever Moscow skyscraper had actually come before the Second World War. The building, the Palace ofthe Soviets, was never completed. Construction began in1937, but the German invasion in1941halted work ___(C).
Each ofthe Seven Sisters has alarge base ofseveral floors, with the base size varying from one building tothe next. The upper floors are much less wide than the base, ___ (D). The building designs are both elegant and imposing.
The buildings served various purposes, which have not changed since their erection. Some are hotels, such as the Hotel Ukraina, ___ (E). When it opened in1957, it was the worlds tallest hotel building. Other buildings house government ministries, such as the Ministry ofForeign Affairs for the Russian Federation.
Strangely, the term Seven Sisters is not used byRussians. Rather, they call the buildings Stalinskie Vysotki, or Stalins skyscrapers. The style was replicated informer USSR and Eastern Bloc countries ___ (F), places that were influenced byStalinist architecture.
1. and the building materials were removed and used for military defense
2. with the focus on creating the greatest buildings known toman
3. and can be seen inKiev, Warsaw and Bucharest
4. and it was one ofhis missions tomake that areality
5. yet its capital had nothing toshow forit
6. with the top consisting ofatower which narrows toapoint
7. which has since been renamed the Radisson Royal Hotel
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Network Addict
Ive been auser ofNetwork for years, almost since its inception. Ishould correct myself, actually: Ive been auser, abuser and loser ofNetwork since King Mark Zuckerberg bestowed his charming gift upon the world.
Icall him aking because he virtually rules over my life, and not inthe typical way an actual king would, but inthe way Ihave allowed myself toget sucked into the phenomenon. Lets face it: the man has more influence over some people, me being one ofthem, than some parents have over their own children.
Ive had my ups and downs with Network. Ive gone from having thousands offriends Id never met inreal life, todeleting my account entirely and starting again from scratch, adding only real friends, as if that would make my experience more meaningful.
But why would Ineed Network toadd depth tomy existence? Ill tell you why.. its because Network makes you slightly famous. Its like having your picture inthe paper with alittle news story about you, where youve been, what youre doing, what you bought today. Youre surrounded byall the trappings ofWestern society inyour status update photos and theyre right there for the whole, um, small network ofyour friends tosee.
Iknow what youre thinking.. Im sad and hopeless, and youll never turn out like me. But how many ofyou reading this can honestly say you dont do the same things? Maybe you do it todifferent degrees, and maybe youre even worse. You just have toask yourself.. is there anything wrong with that?
Ifreely admit that Itake pleasure from posting amusing pictures ofanight out with friends, or what my dogs chewed up on my return from work, or the fantastic rearrangement Idid ofmy living room. There was atime when Ithought There must be something wrong with me. Surely Ican find abetter way tospend my time. Apparently, Icant, because Ihavent, so my conclusion is that Inever will and Im better off accepting it than trying tofightit.
Allow me topresent asolid case infavour ofNetworkaddiction.. isnt it far better than watching TV for hours on end? Or what about playing video games? Thats much more harmful and pointless, inmy opinion. At least with Network, the things Ido are seen bymy peers, for better or worse, and my actions are not completely invisible and meaningless. At least theres apurpose, right?
Isuppose we find purpose where we want tofind it. One could argue that aTV addiction helps keep you up-to-date with current events. And maybe acomputer game sharpens your physical reflexes. Ive decided that Im aNetwork junkie because Im adeeply social person. Ilike sharing opinions, photos, videos, and links toarticles Ienjoyed reading. And Im not ashamed ofit!
OK, Iadmit, Imight check my Network page 100times aday too many. Imight get just alittle upset when no one clicks like on any ofthe random postings Imake every day. But Idid get 70likes for the photo Iposted ofme with my cat infront ofmy chin, which made me look as if Ihad abeard. You have toadmit, those sorts ofpictures are hilarious, and if they make someone laugh, wheres the harm inthat?
12. The author refers toMark Zuckerberg as aman whois
1) parental.
2) generous.
3) powerful.
4) ordinary.
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13. What does the author think about being Network friends with people you dont know?
1)It is rather meaningless.
2) It can give you cause todelete your account.
3) It adds meaning toyour life.
4) It can stop you having friends inreal life.
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14. The expression trappings ofWestern society inparagraph 4means
1)things that hold us hostage.
2) our habits or belongings.
3) the medias effect on people.
4) apersons lonely existence.
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15. What does the author think about other peoples relationship with Network?
1)Everyone is far worse.
2) No one can be asbad.
3) It varies from person toperson.
4) Most people arent honest aboutit.
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16. Inparagraph 6, what does the it refer toinboth instances ofIm better off accepting it than trying tofightit?
1)The things people think about the author.
2) The quality ofthings the author posts.
3) The lack offree time inthe authors life.
4) The authors desire touse Network often.
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17. What is the authors rationale for using Network?
1)It is better than other mindless activities.
2) Everyone else the author knows is obsessed,too.
3) All the authors posts benefit the authors friends.
4) The author would be addicted tosomething else withoutit.
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18. The last paragraph demonstrates that the author
1)is not ashamed ofanything he does on Network.
2) plans tospend less time on Network.
3) may have aslight problem with Network.
4) does not really enjoy Network.
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My First Time Online
19. My first internet experience was back in1997when the Internet accessible tothe public.MAKE
20. Ihad some experience incomputing as I acouple ofcomputer classes before.TAKE
21. When the Internet became even , Icould no longer resist buying my own computer and getting online. POPULAR
22. Iwas so excited when I the computer home that Ijust couldnt wait toset it up and start surfing the web! The setting up was quite easy but Istill couldnt get online. BRING
23. Ihad tocall the service provider and establish adial-up service first. Luckily, that very long. Iwas able toget online within afew hours. NOTTAKE
24. You wouldnt believe what happened next. Ifound out that the monitor wasnt working properly. It had black horizontal lines running through. While I tofix it, the screen went completely black. Iwent toexchange the monitor the following day, and my real first internet experience began.TRY
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Florida
25. When the famous explorer, Columbus claimed Florida for Spain in1492, he had never laid eyes on it. The areas most important early thus set apattern that has continued for centuries. VISIT
26. There is ageneral belief amongst people, quite unconnected with whether or not theyve been there themselves, that Florida is agood place togo. APPARENT
27. Infact, it is almost impossible not toenjoy yourself inFlorida today, given the wonderful offacilities available for tourists. SELECT
28. Some ofthe worlds most popular tourist attractions are located inthe state whose beaches welcome 40million people each year.SAND
29. These days it seems todescribe Floridas geography and climate. POINT
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What aTrick!
Lisa and Ihave been friends since the third grade. We both loved toride our bikes and loved spending the holidays, weekends, and summers together.
One summer, we settled 30 cleaning up her room. As soon as we started, Lisas mom called her for some help. Vacuuming was my favorite part ofcleaning, so Idecided toclean up every spot. When Ibent over tosuck up the dust under the dresser, Ifound abook with the word DIARY onit.
The book was bright pink and looked more like old scraps ofpaper than adiary. Usually Iwould not snoop inprivate belongings, but when Ipicked it up from underneath the dresser Isaw that the pages were messed up and Idecided toput them back together. While doing so, Isaw my name inapassage that really 31 my attention: It made me cry when Papa told me were moving toSri Lanka. He told me not totell Nadine because it might break her heart. Well, Iwill just enjoy the last summer Ihave now.
Friends help me realize my good qualities. Even though Ifelt 32 over the situation, Idecided not tospoil our friendship. At that point, I33 avow togive Lisa the best summer Icould.
The next day, Lisa had complete control. I34 her do things Ieven hated doing. We went tothe boring museum. We watched her stupid brother, Line, do his band show. Finally, Lisa became 35 ofwhat Iwas doing. Why are you doing all this? Its not my birthday or anything.
Lisa, Iknow youre moving toSri Lanka. Ive read your diary, Iconfessed.
Are you talking about this? Lisa held up the same pink notepad Isaw the previous day and started tolaugh. This notebook isnt my diary. It was anovel Istarted on. Iwas making astory about you andme.
Ifelt relieved but confused and Icouldnt 36 but ask, What about the title? It does say DIARY onit?
Iput that there so no one would read it until Ifinished. Do you really think Iwould move toSri Lanka and not tell you? Ha, thats alaugh! Lisa exploded with unstoppable laughter.
30.1) on. 2) down. 3) up. 4)for
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31. 1) paid. 2) held. 3) kept. 4) caught
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32. 1) distracted. 2) distraught. 3) distort. 4) distrust
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33. 1) broke. 2) did. 3) made. 4)said
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34. 1) allowed. 2) got. 3) let. 4)made
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35. 1) surprised. 2) interested. 3) keen. 4) aware
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36. 1) stand. 2) help. 3) wait. 4)feel
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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend John:
From: John@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@oge.ru
Subject:Jobs
My brother has just graduated from University. He is alawyer now. What professions are the most prestigious inRussia? What kinds ofmoney-making jobs inRussia do not require auniversity degree? Do you want togo tocollege, why or whynot?
This summer we are going on athree-day bicycle trip
Write an email toJohn.
Inyour message:
answer his questions;
ask 3questions about the trip.
Write 100140words
Remember the rules ofemail writing.
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38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject on what stories teenagers prefer reading on their e-books 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 kind ofstories do you usually read on your e-book?
Write 200250words.
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 withreadinge-booksand suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion onthe importance ofreading e-books for teenagers.
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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject on what negative consequences people inZetland see innew technologies. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe 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 negative consequences do you see innew technologies?
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 modern technologiesand suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on importance ofmodern technologies.
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Test 32.
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.
Money has played an important role inevery civilization. It has taken various forms and has changed many times over the centuries. The first form ofpayment was the exchange ofgoods. People usually exchanged animal skins and meat, fruit and vegetables, clothes and precious stones. Inthe 7th century the first coins appeared. They were usually made ofsilver or gold and their value depended on the amount ofmetal ineach coin. With time, coins became very popular and many countries produced their own currency. The introduction ofpaper money banknotes inthe 17th century was the beginning ofbanking systems inmany European countries. Since then, banks have offered awide range ofservices like loans, bank accounts and many others. Today, people pay for things indifferent ways: they pay incash, bycheque or bycredit card. The last one, it seems, is the most convenient form ofpayment. Many people believe that one day money inthe form ofcoins, banknotes, cheques and magnetic cards will totally disappear and that all buying and selling will be done via the Internet.
Task2
Study the advertisement.
This summer you will study inFrance for three months and you want toattend aschool dance.
In1.5minutes you are toask four direct questions tofind out the following:
1)dance school address
2) the hours ofopening
3) the three-month subscriptionfee
4) the rate for young people
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 the Club Our Favourite Hobby. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss taking up ahobby. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.
Interviewer: What do you usually do inyour free time?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: What hobbies do your friends and family members have?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: Do hobbies help or interfere with studying? Whats your opinion?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: How much time do you spend on your hobby?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: Do you think that everyone should find time for ahobby?Why?
Student: _______________________________
Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.
Task4
Imagine that you and your friend are doing aproject Riding aBike.
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 ofriding abike;
mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types ofriding abike;
express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which way ofriding abike youd prefer andwhy.
You will speak for not more than 3minutes (1215sentences). You have totalk continuously.
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1. This place might be dangerous for yourpet.
2. You can leave your pet at this place for awhile.
3. You can make your pet prettier here.
4. You can buy apet here.
5. You can get your pet fed at this place.
6. You can get your pet treated here.
7. You can take your pet for awalk here.
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2. . , G (1 True), (2 False) , , (3 Not stated). . .
A. Lucy wasnt at school for several days.
B. Lucy felt bad because ofovereating.
C. Lucys mother is adoctor.
D. Peter did exercises with the map oftheUK.
E. Peter is not afraid ofthe test.
F. Peter offers his notes toLucy.
G. Lucy and Peter are going toreview for the test later.
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3. What do we learn about Alyson at the beginning ofthe interview?
1)She is acollege student.
2) She has published her first novel.
3) You cant buy her books online.
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4. How does Alyson feel when she sees her book inshops?
1)She still cant believe its true.
2) She feels very proud ofherself.
3) She wants tobuy it for herself.
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5. How did Alyson start towrite?
1)She wrote poems for her classmates birthdays.
2) Her teacher at school gave the class weekly writing tasks.
3) She attended specialized writing school
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6. What does Alyson say about her college days?
1)What does Alyson say about her college days?
2) What does Alyson say about her college days?
3) What does Alyson say about her college days?
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7. What does Alyson say about her literary prize at college?
1)It was not much money.
2) It was her first prize ever.
3) It made her feel like awriter.
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8. The first advice from Alyson as apublished writer for beginners is about
1) readers.
2) criticism.
3) editors
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9. Why does Alyson believe that the scale ofthe first publication is not that important?
1)Asmaller journal is preferable.
2) Getting asmall fee is still better than nothing.
3) Your work could be noticed anywhere
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10. AG 18. . . .
1. Tastes from abroad.
2. Out ofstyle.
3. Musical tastes.
4. Lifting weights.
5. Trendy styles
6. Diningout
7. Exercise routine
8. Musical exercise
A.Forming aband, even if only as ahobby, can be good fun. Ofcourse, it can go beyond that if you get really good. You can play at festivals, and if the crowd loves you, its an amazing experience. Its even agreat way toget aworkout, especially if youre playing the drums. It takes alot ofenergy, and it can actually help you getfit.
B. Rugby players need strength topush the other guys round the field. Thats why its essential for them tobuild muscle mass, and theres only one way todo that. Theyve got tohit the gym and start pumping iron. Its incredibly hard work and its not for everyone. Theyve also got totake it slowly, because its not agood idea tolift too much too soon.
C. Its important totry new things. Infact, its almost necessary, because we get bored with doing the same thing day in, day out. Luckily, we live inamulticultural world. Take food, for example. No matter where you are, it seems that someone from far away has opened arestaurant featuring cuisine from their homeland. Thats something different for achange.
D. Inorder toget inshape, you have todo more than just go tothe gym once amonth. You need togo at least three times aweek. You must set up aschedule and stick toit. Even when you work forty hours aweek, you have toarrange tohead off after work for gym time. And you should exercise for aset amount oftime with every visit.
E. Eating at home has its benefits. Its certainly nutritious that is, if youre cooking healthily. But eating inrestaurants is such agreat, social experience. Its something we should do at least once aweek. You can do alot ofpeople-watching inrestaurants, too, so its great fun. Not tomention that you dont have tocook, and if you want something, someone will fetchit!
F. Some people dont dress like other kids from their school because they simply dont feel like keeping up with all the latest trends. Trends change every year anyway, if not more often. For some, second-hand shops are their favourite shopping experience. You can find all sorts offunky clothing there, and who cares if its something most people wouldnt wear?
G. The style ofmusic we listen tosays alot about who we are. People who prefer classical music have refined tastes and an appreciation for the arts. Those who like heavy metal enjoy being energetic when they listen tomusic. Fans ofpop music enjoy staying up-to-date with trends. And those who like old music like toimagine what life was like inadifferentera.
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Holiday rental properties
Changes occur inmost industries, and travel is no exception. Anew trend intemporary accommodation has gained popularity recently. Its appeal is rooted inpeoples desire tofind asmart place tostay ___(A).
Traditionally, the most common options were hotels, which came with many amenities, such as room service, daily room cleaning, and so forth. These days, hotels charge ahefty price for anights stay. With so many people on abudget, there is aneed ___(B).
The trend ofrenting out aproperty, whereby someone owns ahome or apartment but has another residence as their primary home, began torise inpopularity just afew years back. Inits earliest phase, property owners were reluctant totry it out because they were sceptical ofavariety offactors, ___(C).
But it seems that phase has run its course for the most part, and more and more people are taking advantage ofthe service. It is apositive experience for everyone; property owners make extra money and renters enjoy more space for less expense. For renters, the experience is not unlike staying inyour very own holiday home ___(D).
Most recently, awebsite has emerged as one ofthe leading places for people toeither list or locate rental properties. Known as Airbnb, the companys profits have skyrocketed since its founding. Its free tolist aproperty, and ___ (E). Owners can publish several photos oftheir property and communicate with potential renters through the site.
Security does remain an issue, and recent events have prompted ___ (F). Despite this, Airbnb has earned praise for its creativity and the affordable service it provides.
1. the company generates revenues bytaking apercentage ofthe rentalfee
2. such as the risk ofrenting the property topeople who might damageit
3. that is within aprice range they can comfortably afford
4. such as ahouse that someone has inherited but doesnt livein
5. toprovide stylish accommodation without the excessive pricetag
6. the company tobegin guaranteeing properties against damages
7. that you keep hidden away for aweekend retreat
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Surviving an Avalanche
Surviving an avalanche was not on Thomass list ofthings todo inlife. Athrill-seeker ofepic proportions, he had jumped from ahelicopter toski remote mountain slopes and traversed half ofAntarctica on across-country skiing adventure. If only his wisdom ofdoing things inpacks hadnt failed him on the day ofhis accident.
He had ventured out alone before, and inany case, most ofthe ski ranges around his mountain home were littered with forest rangers whose job was tohelp stranded hikers. So asolo trip byan experienced skier wasnt the most dangerous ofadventures.
Every seasoned skier is aware ofboth the risks and the joys involved with skiing off-piste. Its adifferent experience from the snow thats been packed down into hard ice bythe hundreds ofother skiers who have already crossed over it. Movements occur almost inslow-motion as the skier glides inand out ofthe piles ofpowder. Its an exhausting challenge that requires effort from the skiers whole body, but aunique one that hooks askier after just onerun.
Thomas even had special equipment for this particular type ofskiing. His well-worn pair oftraditional skis wouldnt be sufficient, so hed expended an extra two hundred pounds on awider set ofblades especially made for skiing inpowder.
And it wasnt as if safety was the last thing on his mind. Hed brought his avalanche kit incase ofemergencies. He wore an airbag that would help tokeep him near the surface if he pulled the cord intime, and another device which would assist him with breathing under snow. The rescue services number was programmed into his mobile phone, and his avalanche transceiver which emits an emergency signal was equipped with fully-charged batteries.
Thomass run that day was infamiliar territory. He had always skied with atrusted ski buddy, with never an incident toreport. Perhaps he had been lulled into afalse sense ofsecurity. Infact, he had intended toski with afriend that morning. When his friend couldnt make it, Thomas considered not going himself, but the snow on the mountain had fallen just the night before, and the lure was too intense.
His run was awide, bare track ofslope nestled between two pine forests areal skiers delight, and quite popular with the locals as well.
They say an avalanche is like asleeping giant, waiting tobe woken up byeven the slightest ofnudges. Thomas gave this giant more than anudge he skied right over it and before he knew it, he was skiing on top ofit as it slid down the mountain along with him. And if you ski on top ofthe giants mouth, its likely toswallow you whole.
As Thomas sank beneath powder, through his acute panic he managed topull the cord on his airbag. The roar ofthe giant fell silent seconds later, and from beneath the snow it was as if morning had turned tonight. Thomas tried toreach his phone, but his arm might as well have been cast inconcrete. Lying still, his panic slowly shifting toan eerie peacefulness, he did his best tokeep his chin up. He even began toenjoy the dark solitude, even though he knew he might never be found. Luckily for him, the giant had caught the attention ofothers, and the transceiver was doing the job it was designed todo.
12. What are the packs that the author refers tointhe first paragraph?
1)Types ofsnow.
2) Regions or areas.
3) Groups ofpeople
4) Ski manoeuvres.
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13. Why didnt Thomas think his solo ski run would be very risky?
1)There were personnel tohelp incase oftrouble.
2) He wasnt aware ofthe potential dangers.
3) He had been on more dangerous ski adventures.
4) He believed powder tobe easier toski on than packedice.
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14. Skiers who ski on powder for the first time
1)often never do it again.
2) find it tobe relaxing.
3) fall inlove with the experience.
4) often get stuck inthe snow.
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15. What is true about Thomass avalanchekit?
1)The airbag would help him breathe.
2) The airbag would inflate automatically.
3) He had an emergency number written down.
4) Some items required electric power tofunction.
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16. Why did Thomas particularly want toski thatday?
1)It was pre-arranged with his friend.
2) He wanted toski alone.
3) The area was beautiful.
4) The weather conditions were ideal.
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17. An avalanche is compared toasleeping giant because
1)its not usually dangerous.
2) it can quickly spring into life.
3) its ahuge spectacle.
4) it can easily kill people.
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18. The expression keep his chin up inthe last paragraph means
1) stay positive.
2) keep breathing.
3) raise his head.
4) avoid making movements.
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Graffiti
19. Graffiti is any type ofpublic markings that may appear inthe forms ofsimple written words toelaborate wall paintings. Graffiti since ancient times. EXIST
20. The forms ofgraffiti date back to30, 000BC inthe form ofprehistoric cave paintings and pictographs using tools such as animal bones and pigments. EARLY
21. The images drown on the walls showed scenes ofanimal wildlife and hunting expeditions. These illustrations inceremonial and sacred locations inside ofthe caves. PLACE
22. Modern graffiti inmany different forms, from the scrawled message inapublic bathroom stall tothe spray-painted murals boasted on subway walls.COME
23. Nowadays, paint, particularly spray paint, and marker pens have become them used graffiti materials. COMMONLY
24. Inmost countries, marking or painting property without the property consent is considered tobe vandalism, which is apunishable crime. OWNER
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Way toSuccess
25. Are you atalented actor or apopular singer? Have you got extraordinary leadership qualities or an appearance? ATTRACT
26. No? Dont get upset because that doesnt make any difference today. There is agreat ofother ways how tomagically change your life.VARY
27. Firstly, you may get acquainted with apopular and make him invite you tostart inhis new film. PRODUCE
28. If you have infinding one, then try taking part inareality show. Reality television has the potential toturn its participants into national celebrities. DIFFICULT
29. If you succeed inthe show, you can become asuperstar and your life will be full ofexcitement.EASY
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The Phoenix Legend
This magical, mythical bird has long been apart oflegends, dating 30 toancient civilizations. Intodays culture, the phoenixs legend is still going 31, with amajor city inthe United States named after the resurrecting beast and popular books and movies, including the phenomenally successful Harry Potter series encompassing the bird into characters and plots.
Since the story has come 32 tous through the oral tradition, there is no single version ofit. It varies from teller toteller each adding something oftheir own and changing tiny aspects ofit. 33, the main facts ofthe legend ofthe Phoenix remain intact, even though the myth has been adulterated.
According tothe legend, the Phoenix is asupernatural creature that has an incredibly long 34, stretching toat least athousand years. It cannot fall sick or get injured at any point inits lifetime. However, some believe that it does get affected bydisease or drought, which leads it toprematurely enter the next phase ofits life.
Once that time is over, the bird builds its own funeral pyre. The traditional story goes that the phoenix ignites himself, burns toash, and then rises again from the ashes tolive another thousand years. This triumph over adversity has caused the bird tobecome the 35 or symbol ofmany groups and organizations. Once the bird is born from ashes, the cycle begins anew.
Another version ofthe story is that before the fire consumes the bird, it lays an egg, which hatches anew phoenix. This phoenix will live tobe athousand years old before having an 36 inthe same method. There is no way ofascertaining which version ofthe story is true, but all ofthem express the same theme: the triumph over adversity.
30.1) from 2) back 3) away 4) through
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31. 1) healthy. 2) strong. 3) alive. 4)fine
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32. 1) back. 2) round. 3) forward. 4)down
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33. 1) As aresult. 2) Therefore. 3) Nonetheless. 4) Regardless
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34. 1) lifespan. 2) lifespin. 3) lifescan. 4) lifespam
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35. 1) pendant. 2) anthem. 3) mascot. 4) amulet
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36. 1) ancestor. 2) offspring. 3) predecessor. 4) offcut
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37. You have received an email message from your English-speaking pen-friend Tracy:
From: Tracy@mail.uk
To: Russian_friend@oge.ru
Subject: Party outfit
This year we had aschool costume party for Halloween. It was abig success. What costume would you fancy wearing toacostume party? What would you rather do: make acostume yourself or buy one, and why? What do you think ofcostume parties ingeneral?
Our history teacher is taking us toamuseum for afield trip next week
Write an email toTracy.
Inyour message:
answer his questions;
ask 3questions about the museum.
Write 100140words
Remember the rules ofemail writing.
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38.1Imagine that you are doing aproject on what public catering establishments are popular with people 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:
Where do you prefer eatingout?
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 withpublic catering establishments and suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion onthe importance ofpublic catering establishments.
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38.2Imagine that you are doing aproject on what electronic devices people from Zetland spend their money on. You have found some data on the subject the results ofthe 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 electronic device did you buy last year?
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 withusing electronic devicesand suggest away ofsolvingit;
Conclude bygiving and explaining your opinion on the importance ofelectronic devices.
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Test 33.
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.
The school system inthe UK may seem rather confusing for people from other countries. There are two types ofschools inthe UK. Most ofschools are state schools where education is free. But there are also private schools where you have topay. Such schools are often very expensive. It may seem strange, but private schools at Britain are called public. Along time ago when education was aprivilege ofthe rich, the only schools where poor people could go got the money from charity organizations. As it was public money, the schools for the poor were called public schools. Some ofthese public schools were very successful and later they became expensive private schools for rich people. But the conservative British continued tocall them public schools. The first thing you need tohave is money as studying at some public schools costs up to20000pounds ayear. There are some grants for bright pupils from poor families but the places are few and the competition is very strong. Its not surprising that only six percent ofthe people inthe UK can study at public schools.
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 the Part-Time Job for Teens. Our guest today is ateenager from Russia and we are going todiscuss having asummer job. Wed like toknow our guests point ofview on this issue. Please answer five questions. So, lets get started.
Interviewer: When is your birthday?
Student: ___________________
Interviewer: Whats your favorite season?
Student: ________________________
Interviewer: How do you usually spend your summer time?
Student: ______________________
Interviewer: Whats your opinion on acamping holiday?
Student: _____________________
Interviewer: Why arent summer jobs very popular among teens inyour country?
Student: _____________________
Interviewer: Thank you very much for your interview.
Task4
Imagine that you and your friend are doing aproject Risky Jobs.
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 ofprofessions;
mention the disadvantages (12) ofthe two types ofprofessions;
express your opinion on the subject ofthe project which kind ofprofessions youd prefer andwhy.
You will speak for not more than 3minutes (1215sentences). You have totalk continuously.
TEST34
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1. 6. AF , 17. , , . . . .
1. Watching Downton Abbey is like travelling intime.
2. Ienjoy Downton Abbey because ofsome ofthe characters.
3. People like Downton Abbey because its well made.
4. You cant predict what happens next while watching Downton Abbey.
5. Downton Abbey is an educational film interms ofhistory.
6. For me its natural towatch historical drama series.
7. Idont like Downton Abbey because its asoap opera.
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2. . , G (1 True), (2 False) , , (3 Not stated). . .
A. Jeff hired adesigner todecorate his room inJapanese style.
B. Jeff and Mark made friends not longago.
C. Mark doesnt give any money torun the home.
D. Mark is quite an obstinate and untidy person.
E. Jeff hopes tochange Marks lifestyle.
F. Being anight owl Mark works the night shifts onTV.
G. Jeff wants his friend tostart playing football.
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3. Maggie says that an actor must
1)plunge into the person he plays.
2) be aware ofother peoples opinion ofhim.
3) communicate with people as much as possible.
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4. InMaggies opinion, the messengerInsm couldbe
1)addictive.
2) destructive.
3) discouraging.
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5. Why does Maggie think shes good at herjob?
1)She can do what is required inprofession.
2) She is never vulnerable or insecure.
3) She studied culture
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6. Which ofthe following is TRUE about Maggies current project?
1)Its set inahaunted house.
2) Its based on areality show.
3) It brought the actors closer together
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7. Why, according toMaggie, are most actors friends also actors?
1)They never compete with each other.
2) They quickly get intimate with each other.
3) They are bound tospend alot oftime together.
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8. Why does Maggie like working with Steven Spielberg?
1)He allows her torepeat scenes.
2) He is very famous.
3) Because ofhis behaviour with actors
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9. Why does Maggie agree towork with young directors?
1)They have unlimited budgets.
2) Their work could be very original.
3) She feels that she has tosacrifice some ofhertime
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10. AG 18. . . .
1. Simple pleasures.
2. Historical visits.
3. Hiking trips.
4. Lap ofluxury.
5. The highseas
6. Down the slopes
7. Going downstream
8. Frozen wonders
A.Aholiday is many things tomany people. Some like tobe active, while others like tojust sit back and relax. Afun family trip that everyone can enjoy is river rafting. This is where you and your whole family sink into an inflatable craft on aslow flowing river and just lie back and watch nature as it passes youby.
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