An English testfor gifted students-Grade 10, 2015-2016

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SECTION I. LISTENING
Listen to a conversation between a man and a woman and answer the questions.
Questions I - 4, Choose the conect letters A, B or C
1. Whdt kind of course is the man taking?
A. Daytime B. Evenings C. Weekends
2. How long does the man want to study?
A.12 weeks B. 6 months C. 8 months
3. What proficiency level is the student?
A. Beginner B. Interrnediate C. Advanced
4. When does the man want to start the course?
A. March B. June C. Sepember

1. 2. 3. 4.

Questions 5 - 10'
Complete theform. Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Language center
C lient info rmat io n c ar d

Name: Richard (5).. .

Email address: (6)..... [email protected].

Reasons for studying Japanese: (8)

Specific learning needs: (9)

Place of previous study (if any): (10)

SECTION II. VOCABULARY AND GRAMMAR

I. Choose the most suitable word or phrase A, B, C or D to complete each sentence.
I 1. one after another, parallel computers perform groups of operations at the same time.
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B. Since tasks being handled by conventional computers
C. Whereas conventional computers handle tasks
D. While tasks handled by conventional computers
12. She him of having lied to her.
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A. threatened B. blamed C. criticized D. accused
13. we have bought extra food our friends stay to have dinner.
A. in case B. if C. provided D. as long as
14. If only it _ differently I -had hoped to be acquitted.
A. had been concluded B. were concluded C. had concluded D. concluded
15. Most of _- archaeologists know about prehistoric cultures is based on studies of materials
remains.
A. these B. what C. which D. their
16. We couldn't afford that house because it _
A. was over my head B. paid through the nose
C. cost an arrn and a leg O. tlew *y irn trumpet
t7. _ the Christmas shopping season begins.
A. That is after Thanksgiving B. After through the nose
C. It is after Thanksgiving rhat D. It is Thanksgiving rhat
18. New York City is America's largest city, it is not the capital of New york state.
A. fherefore B. but C. so D. however
19. He promised her an oxford dictionary, but - disappointingly
- -c. he _ his word.
A. tumed bver B. stood up *eni back D. sat down
20. This young music composer is very famous the most influential composer.
A. for B. to C. as D. with
21. She came _ a lot of problems at work. -
A. up with B. down with C. in for D. up against
22.We met each other at the meeting _ coincidence.
A.bv B. in C. for D. to
23. As we've been discussing for 2 hours without any sorution, r'd like to my own solution to the
problem.
A. come up B. bring down C. put forward D. take in
24. Dave,I really appreciate me. But I think I could manage it myself.
A. you to help B. you helped C. your helping D. that you would help
- you
25.rleft. the purse at home. can without breakfast today, dear?
A.go B. do C. make D. live
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11 12. lJ. 14. 15.

t6. t7. 18. 19. 20.

2t. )) z). 24. 25.

II.Use the word given in capitals at the end of each line to form a word that fits in the space in
the same line.

Exercise is one of the best ways of getting depression away. It

improves your body and your mind and (26)_ you to ABLE
perform better in the work place and at home.
Proper (27)_is essential if you want to get the BREATH
most from exercise and you should alsSO take into
(28) your heart rate. IIt can be CONSIDER
(29) to do too much, which isis why all good HARM
instructors emphasise the (30) of "listening to IMPORTANT
your body."
When you first start you should use good (31) ruDGE
because it's easy to make the mistake of usins the eouinmenf
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build up gradually.
Exercise should not be seen as a (33) task; it can be DEMAND
as easy as a quick walk. To increase your fitness
(34)-, exercise for 20 minutes a day, 4 to 6 times a STEADY
week and you will notice a (35) DIFFERENT
in your body and mind in a few weeks.

26. 27. 28.

29. 30. 31.

32. JJ. 34.

35.

SECTION III. READING COMPREHENSION

I. Read the text below and decide which answer A, B, C, or D, best fits each space.
Do you want to take part in the battle to save the world's wildlife?
Animal Warch is the book which wiil (36) you in the fight for survival that (37)-
many of our endangered animals and show they struggle on the edge of extinction.
As you enjoy the book's 250 pages and over 150 colour - photographs, you will have the (38)- of
knowing thai pa* of your prr"hui" money is being used to help animals (39)- from the comfort of
your armchaii, you wiil be able to observe the world's animals close-up and explore their habitats.
You will also discover the terrible results of human (40)- for land, flesh and skins.
Animal Watch is packed with fascinating facts. Did you know that polar bears cover their
black noses with their (41)- so they can hunt their prey in the snow without being seen, for
example? Or that for each orang-utan which is captured, one has to die?
This superb (42)_has so (43)-- Britain's leading wildlife charity that it has been chosen
as Book of the Year, a title awarded to books which are considered to have made a major contribution
to wildlife conservation. You will find Animal watch at a special low (44)- price at all good
bookshops, but hurry while (45)- last.

36. A. combine B. involve C. bring D. lead

37. A.. meets B. opposes C. forces D. faces
38. A. satisfaction B. enjoYment C. virtue D. value
39. A. preserve B. conserve C. revise D. survive
40. A. greed B. interest C. care D. concem
41. A. feet B. claws C. paws D. toes
42. A. publicity B. periodical C. publication D. reference
43. A. imposed B. impressed C. persuaded D. admired
44. A. beginning B. preparatory C. original D. introductory
45. A. stores B. stocks C. goods D. funds

36. Jt. 38. 39. 40.

4t. 42. 43. 44. 45.

II. Fill in each numbered blank ONE suitable preposition.

Performance Review - Summary
David feels that he has grown in confidence during his first year with the company, although
he admits to occasionally feeling (aQ pressure to work faster. He sometimes finds it
difficult to deal with external clients who phone him. David recognises the need to acquire more
experience (47) _computer database systems and has agreed to attend training sessions.
David ir u*ar" of the roles of others in his department and how their work relates (48)
himself as beine (49) good terms with his colleagues.
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programme. It was suggested that he contact Carla Lopez. David understands that he will be eligible
(51)-apayrisenextMarch,dependingonhisperformanceduringthecomingyear.Anypay
risewouldonlycome(52)-effectfromMarch,asthetermsofhiscontIactspeciffhis
current salary for a period of eighteen months.
It was agreed that David has applied himself well (53) his job, and that his
manager is happy with his progress to date.

46. 47. 48. 49.

50. 51. 52. 53.

III. Look carefully at each line. Some of the lines are correct, and some have a word which
should not be there. Tick each correct line. If a line has a word which should not be there, write
the word in the space.
Foreign travel
Nowadays more and more people enjoy foreign travel, 0r'
and take up their holidays in distant countries. However, 00 up
not everyone has had the same reason for travelling. Some 54
ofpeople tiavel so that they can practise foreign languages, 55
or because they want to visit well-known sights in other 56
countries. Lots of young people just want to have relax and 57
make up new friends. Personally, I would like to travel 58
abroad for the excitement! I have never been visited to a 59
foreign country before, but I have been planning a trip 60
around Europe by the train with some friends of mine. 6l
As we are students, and so we can buy cheaper tickets. 62
One of my friends went on having this kind of trip a few 63
years ago. She stayed in youth hostels, and managed to spend 64
a very little money. I think that this would be an exciting holiday. 65

fV. Read the following passages and choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.
A.
Since the world became industrialized, the number species becoming extinct has increased.
Bengal tigers, for instance, which once roamed the jungles in vast numbers, now number only about
2,300. By the year 2025, it is estimated that they will become extinct.
What is alarming about the case of the Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused
almost entirely by poachers who, according to some sources, are not always interested in material
gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is contributing to the
problem of extinction. Animals such as the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are
valuable parts of the world's ecosystem. lntemational laws protecting these animals must be enacted
to ensure their survival - and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some
countries, in an effort to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amounts of land to animal
reserves. Then they charge admission prices to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks, and
they often must also depend on world orgaruzations for support. This money enables them to invest in
equipment and patrols to protect the animals. Another solution is an international boycott of products
made from endangered species. This seems fairly effective, but it will not, by itself, prevent animals
from being hunted.
66. What is the main topic of the passage?
A. The Bengal tiger B. International boycotts
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67.The word "poachers" used in line 5 could be best replaced by
A. Illegal hunters B. Enterprising researches
C. Concerned scientists D. Trained hunters
68. What is an act of cruelty according to the passage?
A. Having interest in material gain. B. Hunting endangered animals.
C. Killing animals for personal satisfaction D. Causing the problem of extinction.
69. Which of the following is not mentioned in the passage as a way to protect animals from
extinction?
A. Introduce laws to prohibit the killing of endangered animals
B. Establish wildlife reserves.
C. Refuse to buy animal produgts.
D. Raise money to invest in equipment and patrols.
70. Which of the following best describes the author's attitude?
A. Forgiving B. Surprised C. Vindictive D. Concerned

66. 67. 68. 69. 70.

B.
America's foods began to affect the rest of the world - not only raw staples such as wheat and
corn, but a new American cuisine that spread throughout the world. American emphasis on
convenience and rapid consumption is best represented in fast foods such as hamburgers, French fries,
and soft drinks, which almost all Americans have eaten. By the 1960s and 1970s, fast foods became
one of America's strongest exports as franchises for McDonald's and Burger King spread through
Europe and other parts of the world, including the former Soviet Union and Communist China.
Traditional meals cooked at home and consumed at a leisurely pace - common in the rest of the world,
and once common in the United States - gave way to quick lunches and dinners eaten on the mn as
other countries mimicked American cultural pattems.
By the late 20th century, Americans had become more conscious of their diets, eating more
poultry, fish, and fresh fruits and vegetables and fewer eggs and less beef. They also began
appreciating fresh ingredients and livelier flavor, and cooks began to rediscover many world cuisines
in forms closer to their original. In California, chefs combined the fresh fruits and vegetables available
year-round with ingredients and spices sometimes borrowed from immigrant kitchens to create an
innovative cooking style that was lighter than traditional French, but more interesting and varied than
typical American cuisine. Along with the state's wines, Califomia cuisine eventually took its place
among the acknowledged forms of fine dining.

71. Fast foods such as hamburgers, French fries, and soft drinks
A. are traditional meals of the US people.
B. are popular because of their nutritious values.
C. became more popular than meals cooked at home in China.
D. became popular with other European and Asian countries.
72. Which of the following is similar in meaning to the word "cuisine"?
A. Cooking B. Style of cooking C. Cookery D. Cook
73. What is the main idea of the first paragraph?
A. America's cuisine used to have an influence on many countries.
B. McDonald's and Burger King are American food suppliers successful in Europe and other parts
ofthe world.
C. Traditional meals cooked at home and consumed at a leisurely pace are not common in the
USA.
D. Fast foods became one of America's strongest exports.
74. Which of the following statements is TRUE?
A.By the late 20th century, fast foods had lost their popularity in the USA.
B. Americans used to eat more poultry, frsh, and, fresh fruits and vegetables than they do now.
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D. Fewer.rU, *A less beef in the American diet made them fitter.
75. Aninnovative cooking style was created in California
A. by borrowing recipes from immigrant kitchens.
B. to attract more immigrants to the state.
C. and made the state's wines well-known.
D.by combining the local specialities with immgrants'spices.

71. 72. 73. 74. 75.

SECTION TV. WRITING

I. Rewrite each of the following sentences so that it means exactly the same as the given one.
Using the given word in backets. Do not change the word.
76. I haven't decided whether to move or not. MIND)
I haven't
77.I'drather not spend another day at the beach. (FEEL)
I ......
78.It is n6 use asking Judy for help. (POINT)
There

79. We haven't contacted each other since our graduation from college. (TOUCH)
We ........
80. No one but John found the answer to the teacher's question. (CAME)
John was

II. Write a composition around 200 words to discuss the following issue:
In general, people do not have such a close relationship with their neighbours as they did
in the past. \Mhy is this so, and what can be done to improve contact between neighbours?
(81 - 100)
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Total mark: 100:5 = 20

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