Reading TEST 3

Part 2: Text cohesion

In the second part, you must sort the sentences into the correct order so that the text makes sense.

The sentences below are from a biography. Put the sentences in the right order. The first one has been done for you.

J.K. Rowling’s life

Example: A. J.K. Rowling grew up with her parents and sister in the southwest
of England.

B. Sadly, when J.K. Rowling was a teenager, her mother died and life
became difficult.

C. She was a great support in her daughter’s early years.

D. When she was only 6 years old, she wrote her first book about a rabbit.

E. But it was this terrible event that helped Rowling to create Harry Potter.

F. Her mother, Anne, praised her work and encouraged her to write more.

A
0. _____ D
6. _____ F
7. _____ C
8. _____ B
9. _____ E
10. _____

The sentences below are from some instructions. Put the sentences in the right order. The first one has been done for you.

Example: A If you are visiting the library for the first time, please follow these instructions.
B Please ensure all these items are scanned before you leave the library.

C You should go to the front desk on arrival to apply to become a member.

D These will then be put onto a membership card.

E you are then able to borrow up to six items from the library.
F A member of staff will take your personal details.

A
0. _____ C
11. _____ F
12. _____ D
13. _____ E
14. _____ B
15. _____

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Reading TEST 3
Part 3: Opinion matching
In the third part, you match four people’s opinions to seven statements by choosing the correct person from the list.

Four people were interviewed for Youth of Today magazine about their plans for the future.
Read the texts and then decide which person expresses each of the opinions below.

My Future

Tracy (female, 17 years old) Jill (female, 17 years old)

Until a few years ago I was certain I wanted to be a hairdresser I’m about to leave college but I’m still undecided as to what
when I left school. I always thought of myself as being more career I prefer. My mum wants me to follow in my father’s foot­
practical than academic, you see, and I’m quite creative. But I steps and become a lawyer. I’m not so sure, though. It’s not
did unexpectedly well in my exams last year so I’m thinking the hard work that puts me off as much, as the competitive
about going to university now, instead. But whatever I do, I nature of the job. Well, I wouldn’t mind the great salary,
know my parents will support my career choice. though! But I think it’s hard to find a job that pays well and is
rewarding, too.
Liam (male, 11 years old) Gary (male, 13 years old)
I wish I didn’t have to think about a career now. When you’re Ever since I was little I knew what I wanted to be ­ an airline
young like me, all you want to do is enjoy being a child and pilot. My parents have done their best to try and persuade me
having a carefree existence. But my parents keep telling me to work for their business, but shop work isn’t for me. They
that it’s never too early to start thinking about what I want to are right in that I could easily do it, of course, but I hate rou­
do when I grow up. They think I can be a doctor or lawyer, but tine. Luckily, I know that once my parents realise I’m still
I know my grades will never be good enough. I can’t seem to serious about being a pilot, they will encourage me in my cho­
get them to understand that, though. sen career.

Who:
16. dislikes being under pressure? _______
17. likes variety in life? _______
18. had a pleasant surprise? _______
19. isn’t good at schoolwork? _______
20. isn’t interested in the family business? _______
21. has changed their opinion? _______
22. says their parents are unrealistic? _______

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 Listening
Listening (40 minutes)
You will listen to 17 short recordings. You can listen to each recording TWO TIMES ONLY.
You have 40 minutes to complete the test.

Part 1: Information recognition

You listen to a short monologue or dialogue and identify specific information such as a phone number,
a time, or a place. There is a example at the beginning (0).

00. Listen to Jim’s message. 07. Listen to a teacher talking to her class.
Where is he going on Saturday? Why is she upset with her students?
He is going to ______. She is upset because of their ______.
A. Three Bridges B. London C. Brighton A. coursework B. exam results C. laziness

01. Listen to a man choosing from a menu. 08. Listen to the man talking to his wife about his colleague,
What does he decide to eat? Harry. Why doesn’t he like Harry?
He has decided to eat ______. He doesn’t like Harry because he is ______.
A. fish and chips B. a salad C. steak A. lazy B. dishonest C. selfish

02. A woman has lost her bag. 09. Listen to the woman talking to her friend about a dress.
She is describing it to a police officer. What is wrong with the dress?
The bag is a ______. A. the colour B. the style C. the size
A. leather evening bag
B. large shopping bag
C. small plastic bag 10. Listen to a doctor speaking to his patient.
What does he tell the patient to do?
He tells him to ______.
03. Listen to an announcement at a railway station. A. exercise B. diet C. relax
When is the next train to Surrey?
The next train is at ______.
A. 11.05 B. 11.15 C. 11.30 11. Listen to a manager talking to his staff.
Why is the shop closing early today?
The shop is closing early due to ______.
04. A woman is ringing a sales company to complain. A. illness B. the weather C. staff shortages
What did she receive by post? She received ______.
A. a book about flowers
B. a book about dieting 12. Listen to a woman talking about her sister. Why does
C. a cookery book she get on so well with her? She gets on well with her
because they are ______.
A. twins B. older now C. similar
05. Listen to a tour guide talking to her group.
What are they going to do next?
They are going to go ______. 13. You are given directions to the local cinema.
A. shopping B. swimming C. sightseeing Where is the cinema next to?
The cinema is next to ______.
A. the bank B. the chemist’s C. the church
06. Listen to the man explaining to his boss why he was late.
Why was he late for work?
He was late because of the ______.
A. traffic B. one­way system C. traffic lights

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Listening TEST 3
Part 2: Information matching
14. Four people are discussing a something they studied. Complete the sentences below.

1. Speaker A ................ A followed their dream despite family opposition.

B booked a holiday and ended up going to college there.
2. Speaker B ................
C found their course difficult but worthwhile.

3. Speaker C ................ D learned a lot while doing someone a favour.

E was grateful for something they learned in school.
4. Speaker D ................ F went abroad to do a beginner’s course in a foreign language.

Part 3: Opinion matching

15. Read the opinions below and decide whose opinion matches the statements, the man, the woman, or both the man
and the woman.
Who expresses which opinion?

1. Children should not work until they have left school. ...........................
2. It’s important for children to learn the value of money. ...........................
3. Having a job gives a child life skills. ...........................
4. Children should only work just a few hours at the weekends. ...........................

Part 4: Monologue comprehension

16. Listen to an architect talking about green space in cities and answer the questions below.
1. What in the speaker’s opinion do property owners feel about green roof spaces?
A They would create more problems than benefits.
B They would increase rents.
C They are an attractive idea.

2. What does the speaker think New Yorkers need to do?

A Take the opportunity to change their city.
B Demolish buildings that are not environmentally friendly.
C Increase the amount of homes being built in the city.

17. Listen to a teacher suggesting an idea for a future school trip at a staff meeting and answer the questions below.
1. What is the teacher’s opinion about the science centre?
A It will be mostly popular with the children that are athletic.
B It has a wide appeal.
C It will be fun for children who enjoy watching Hollywood movies.

2. Why does the teacher believe the science centre is the best place to go?
A It’s difficult to get to but worth the effort.
B It has the best café in town.
C It is educational and fun.

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