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com GENERAL TRAINING MODULE


PRACTICE TEST 1

GENERAL TRAINING LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 1

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 10

Questions 1 - 5
Complete the form below.
Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

PAN ASIAN AIRWAYS


LOST PROPERTY REPORT FORM
Example Answer

First Name Kirsty

Surname Allen

Address (1) ____________________ Windham Road


Richmond
Postcode (2) ____________________

Home tel. 020 8927 7651

Mobile tel. (3) ____________________

Flight Number (4) ____________________

Seat Number (5) ____________________

From New York

To London Heathrow

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Questions 6 - 8

Circle THREE letters A - F.

What items did Kirsty’s bag contain?

A 17 pounds

B pens

C her passport

D a book

E 200 dollars

F her house keys

Questions 9 and 10

Choose a letter (A - D) that correctly answers questions 9 and 10.

9 What has Kirsty done regarding the loss of her credit card?

A Informed the police but not the credit card company.

B Informed the credit card company but not the police.

C Informed both the police and the credit card company.

D Informed neither the police nor the credit card company.

10 What must Kirsty do after the call regarding her lost handbag?

A Call back after 11⁄2 hours.

B Just wait for a call back.

C Call back after 11⁄2 hours if she has heard nothing.

D Call back the next day if she has heard nothing.

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SECTION 2 Questions 11 - 20

Questions 11 - 14

Label the locations on the map below.

(14)
_______________
_______________
_______________

Main
Lecture
Hall

WE ARE
HERE

Car Park

Hall
of
Residence
(11)_______________ (12)
__________________ ____________
__________________ ____________
Refectory
____________

(13) ______________
__________________
__________________

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Questions 15 - 20

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Notes on Student Facilities

Students’ Union Very Cheap


Bookshop
Food and drink available
Parties!
Offices - travel, welfare etc.
Open 8am - 12 midnight

Library Must register


Tours every (15) ____________________ for 2 weeks.
Open 9am - 9pm (later during (16) ____________________)

Refectory Cheap meals


Lunch 12 noon - 3pm
Dinner (17) __________ - 8.30pm
Types of food - favourites
healthy
ethnic
(18) ____________________
vegan

Sports Hall Must join Athletic Union which - lets me use facilities
lets me play for teams
(19) ______________ me all year

Discount Card Costs (20) £_______________


Gives me discounts on all uni. services

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SECTION 3 Questions 21 - 30

Questions 21 - 25
Complete the table below.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
John Jane
Day of Arrival Thursday (21) _______________________
Subjects Studying economics (22) _______________________
maths history
french music
Monday’s 9am lecture french history
Monday’s 2pm lecture maths (23) _______________________
Wednesday afternoon sport (24) _______________________ volleyball
selected
Location of Sport sports hall (25) _______________________

Questions 26 - 29

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.


26 Students can choose from how many essay titles for their first assignment?

_________________________________________________________________________

27 Where did John travel during the summer?

_________________________________________________________________________

28 What is the word limit for the essays?

_________________________________________________________________________

29 When must the first essay be handed in by?

_________________________________________________________________________

Question 30
Circle the correct letter A - C.

30 Where will John and Jane meet up later that day?

A the economics course office


B the economics common room
C the campus cafeteria
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SECTION 4 Questions 31 - 40

Questions 31 - 34

Choose the correct letters A - C.

31 Japan relies on oil tankers because...

A the country consists of islands.


B the country has no pipeline network.
C the country has no natural oil resources.

32 Professor Wilson says that oil tankers are...

A very safe.
B quite safe.
C quite unsafe.

33 According to Professor Wilson, the main cause of oil slicks is...

A accidents while loading and unloading oil.


B collisions.
C deliberate releases of oil.

34 According to Professor Wilson, slicks are rarely burned off nowadays because...

A the oil is refined.


B it usually doesn’t work.
C it creates too much air pollution.

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Questions 35 - 39

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.

Oil exploration clean-up techniques

Techniques Advantages Disadvantages


The Containment Boom Cheap and easy Only good when there are
(35) ________________
____________________
Chemical Detergents Good for treating (36) _________ Chemicals remain in the water +
___________________________ kill marine life.
The Sponge Oil remains permanently in the The sponge mats turn into
sponge. (37) _______________________
___________________________
Bacteria Cheap (39) _______________________
Easy to administer
Totally (38) _________________
___________________________

Question 40

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS.

Optional essay question.

Remember to check out the faculty’s notice boards. You will find:

* reading lists
* essay questions
* (40) __________________________________________________

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GENERAL TRAINING READING PRACTICE TEST 1

SECTION 1 Questions 1 – 12

Questions 1 – 6

There are 5 advertisements on the next page.

Answer the questions below by writing the letters of the appropriate


advertisement in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet. Your answer may require
more than one letter.

Example Which TWO advertisments have a website?

Answer C+D

1 Which is the most luxurious hotel?

2 Which advertisement is NOT for a hotel?

3 Which hotel offers the cheapest deal for 2 people for 1 night?

4 At which TWO hotels can you have a party?

5 Which hotel helps you with water sports?

6 At which place can you NOT make an advanced reservation?

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A B
THE HARBOUR VIEW SUNRISE GUEST HOUSE
HOTEL 1 STAR HOTEL
Tourist Board *** $49.99 Double room (shared
bathroom)
$100 PER PERSON PER NIGHT
• 15 mins from beach
• Tours arranged • on bus route to City Centre
• Private car park • surf equipment hire available
• Restaurant • modestly priced restaurant
• All bedrooms en suite
• Short bus ride from Sydney City Tel 02 4113 6386
Centre Fax 02 5834 2687
• Parties catered for

For reservations call:


Tel 02 6412 5883
Fax 02 4185 6622
D
C SYDNEY’S BEST
STAY ACCOMMODATION THE ROYALE HOTEL
AGENCY
HERE *****
Sydney’s most famous hotel with high class
luxury rooms from $250 a night
We can arrange all your
needs for accommodation from
• All airport transfers arranged
budget to five star. Call:
• 4 different restaurants
• Private beach
Tel: 02 4152 3116
• 2 swimming pools
Fax: 02 3852 1113
• Functions arranged
Or check our website at:
For the luxury stay of a lifetime, call:
www.stayinoz.com
Tel 02 4173 0938
Fax 02 3156 2188
E
SYDNEY YOUTH HOSTEL www.theroyalehotel.co.au
ONLY $25 PER NIGHT!!

• Dormitory sleeping
• Shared bathrooms
• Cheap restaurant
• Television room
• Travel advice

No Booking 35 Gold Street Sydney


Just turn up Tel: 02 8614 1738
Rated 1* hotel
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Questions 7 - 10

Look at the contents page of a local magazine on the following page.

Answer questions 7 – 10 by writing the appropriate page number or numbers where


the information appears in the magazine, in boxes 7 – 10 on your answer sheet.
Your answer may require more than one page number.

7 What page would you turn to for a crossword?

8 On what TWO pages can you read about sports?

9 On what page can you read about readers’ complaints?

10 What page would you turn to if you wanted to go to the cinema?

Questions 11 and 12

Look again at the contents page of the local magazine.

Answer Questions 11 and 12 by writing NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS in boxes


11 and 12 on your answer sheet.

11 What does Alan Richards write about?

12 What is the subject of Pierre Arlangue’s photographs in his new book?

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WHAT
CONTENTS
TO DO IN
WESTLEY
Art & Culture 62
The key cultural experiences to catch on your summer
holidays. Why not take a painting course at Café des Artistes?
JULY ISSUE
Body and Mind 65
WHAT TO DO IN WESTLEY
What To Do Magazine reviews gyms, spas and health centers
in Westley.
Features
Books 67
Cover Story Cup Fever 20
French photographer Pierre Arlangue’s study of the most
The town is buzzing with our local famous peaks in the Alps, local author John Roberts, and lots
football team’s advances in the county of international literary news.
cup. We bring you interviews with the
players and a preview of Westley FC’s Children 71
next game, a local derby against Eastley.
The Ferndale shopping center introduces Toy Town, the
Gymboree Summer party and kiddies’ critics’ choice.
Eating Out – Pub Grub 39

If you’re feeling too lazy to cook but Film 73


don’t want to dig too deep into your
New movies out and what our movie buff Alan Richards thinks
pockets, we’ll tell you some of the about them.
best places in town for good, pub food.
Music 80
Regulars
Info on live music around town plus all the latest singles and
First Word 5 albums reviewed.

All your rants and raves, and queries. Nightlife 85

News 18 Catch the view at the Riverside Pub and the new band at the
Jazz Bar.

All the latest stories and news from


around Westley. Outdoor 90
The continuation of our “Wildlife near Westley”.
Puzzle Corner 95

All your favourites to keep you busy.

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SECTION 2 Questions 13 – 27

Questions 13 – 17
Look at the Guide for Patients for Westley General Hospital on the following
page and the statements (questions 13 – 17) below:

In boxes 13 – 17 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

13 Don’t bring any money to the hospital.

14 Radios can interfere with hospital electronic equipment.

15 Leave any false teeth at home.

16 You should pack a bag to stay for the night even if you intend only to be a day patient.

17 Telephone services are provided through coin or card operated telephones.

Questions 18 – 20

The Guide for Patients for Westley General Hospital has information divided
into sections A – I. Which section best helps you with the following things that
you want to know. Write the appropriate letter (A - I) in boxes 18 – 20 on your
answer sheet.

18 You are allergic to some antibiotics.

19 Your brother wants to know when to come and see you.

20 You want to buy something to read at the hospital.

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WESTLEY GENERAL HOSPITAL
GUIDE FOR PATIENTS
When you come to hospital for a planned stay, please remember that space is limited. We also advise you to bring an overnight
bag even if you are only expecting to spend a day in hospital.

A Clothing

Please bring a selection of light clothing and personal belongings that may include: night clothes, a track suit, a sweater
or fleece, a bathrobe, slippers or socks, glasses, contact lenses, dentures, a hearing aid, bottled drinks (plastic only), tissues,
books and magazines, contact details of friends, cash to purchase items during your stay.

B Toiletries

Please bring a selection with you including a shaving kit if you are male. The hospital also runs a shop and trolley service from
which extra items (additional toiletries, magazines, stamps, newspapers etc.) can be purchased.

C Valuables

We strongly advise you not to bring any valuables with you as their security cannot be guaranteed. A closet is provided for some
personal items.

D Electrical appliances

We ask that you do not bring electrical appliances with you. TV, radio and payphones are provided.

E Medicines

Please bring all your current medication with you, preferably in their original containers. On arrival the nursing staff will ask about
your history and allergies.

F Maternity

Please bring the appropriate baby clothes and feeding equipment. For further information, please contact the Maternity Unit on
740648.

G What Not to Bring

Please do not bring any valuables (jewellery), personal computers, radios, TVs. The hospital cannot be held responsible for the
loss of any items during your stay. Please note that the hospital does not allow the use of mobile telephones due to possible
interference with patient monitoring equipment.

H Smoking and Drinking Policy

Smoking and alcohol are strictly prohibited in Westley Hospital. Patients wishing to smoke must do so outdoors. No alcohol is
allowed on the premises.

I Visiting Hours

For details about when your friends and family can visit, see the list in your room or ward or check our website.

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Questions 21 – 24

Look at the Computer Services Training information leaflet from the University
of Westley. Complete the following statements (Questions 21 – 24) with words
taken from the leaflet.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Write your answers in boxes 21 – 24 on your answer sheet.

21 If a student has any further questions, he or she should ask someone


at _______________.

22 Computer courses that are not instructor-led, for undergraduates and postgraduates,
can last as long as students like because they are _______________.

23 All the materials provided for the courses are produced _______________.

24 Any previous computer course in the archives can be re-used and also changed to
be _______________ to the requirements of students.

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University of Westley
Computing Services Training

Traditional Instructor–Led Courses


We run courses on software and techniques for which we see a significant need within the
University amongst staff and research students. To see details of these courses, and the
current schedule, please enquire at the computing centre.

Self-Paced Training Materials


These take various forms but the main materials are workbooks which are designed for use
alongside applications software, and allow you to work your way through at your own pace.

These introductory workbooks are designed for undergraduates and postgraduates on


taught courses, so that, if departments do not provide specific computer use training,
students can still acquire the skills required to benefit from the main items of software
provided on open access PCs. These workbooks are Westley University specific, written in-
house, so they tell you precisely what you have to do on an open access PC, but they can
also function as introductory material for staff and research students with office PCs. They
cover basic computer use and IT-related library skills.

There are also workbooks for most of the current mainstream applications, so if there are
no tutor-led courses at convenient times for you, or if you cannot spare the time to attend a
course, or if we do not cover the application you wish to learn, or if you simply prefer to train
at your own pace, you can use this material.

Workbooks and related course materials used on previous courses are still available, so if
we have stopped giving a particular course, you can probably still obtain copies of the notes
and exercises.

We can run any of our current or past courses, adapted to be tailor-made to the needs of
particular groups, or we can develop courses to order if they are more or less in the areas
of computer use we support. Providing there is sufficient demand, we will do our best to
accommodate your requirements.

Computer staff can also contribute to academic departments’ teaching, but there are usually
fees involved, particularly for significant amounts of course development or delivery. There
is no fee if you want to incorporate any of our workbooks or other materials in courses you
give yourself.

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Questions 25 – 27

Read the Computer Services Training information leaflet again from the
University of Westley and look at the statements below (questions 25 – 27).

In boxes 25 – 27 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

25 Some departments at the university do not provide the computer training needed for
their courses.

26 If you cannot come for a course at a suitable time, you can do the course at home
over the internet using self-study materials.

27. Other departments at the university usually have to pay a charge if they want to use
computer department staff for teaching.

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SECTION 3 Questions 28 – 40

Read the following passage and answer questions 28 – 40.

SOME SNAKES OF AUSTRALIA

The most deadly Australian snake is undoubtedly the taipan (oxyuranus scutellatus). There
are two types of taipan found in Australia, the coastal taipan and the inland or western taipan, the
latter being the most venomous land snake found on earth.
Growing to a possible length of 2.9 metres, the taipan has a light olive to dark brown back
with a lighter coloured head. The underbelly is cream in colour. The taipan can be found in open
forests, coastal heaths, grassy beach dunes and cultivated areas such as cane fields. It lives in
the far north of Australia and down the Queensland coast, but has been found as far north as the
Murray river in western New South Wales.
The taipan is an aggressive hunter, moving at speed through grasslands with ease. On
finding its prey by scent, the reptile flings itself at the victim and inflicts several rapid bites. Like
most other venomous snakes, the taipan uses its venom sparingly. As they don’t regard man as
prey, they have been known to strike and bite without releasing any venom at all, leading to no
adverse effects.
Although the taipan is the deadliest Australian snake, few snakes can match the sinister
reputation of the eastern tiger snake (notechis scutatis). However, recent observations indicate that
their ferocity and aggressiveness are not as bad as once thought and that actually they are fairly
timid. There are different types of tiger snake found in Australia but they are all highly poisonous
and should be avoided. Until recently tiger snakes held the record for the most snakebite fatalities
(now overtaken by the eastern brown snake).
The body of the tiger snake has cross bands of yellow or cream on a background of grey,
green or brown and this is what gives them their name. They have a heavy build and can grow up
to 1.8 metres. In the wild they are mainly a swamp dwelling species and are often found around
waterways. Their habitat is now threatened by the clearing of such areas for development. They
have been known, though, to climb into surrounding vegetation to a height of about 1 metre. They
mainly feed on frogs and mice as adults but will take the odd bird or lizard.
Another highly dangerous Australian snake is the copperhead (austrelaps superbus).
Although it is non-aggressive, if provoked it raises its forebody from the ground and flattens its
neck, angry and hissing, ready to strike. Like all other Australian poisonous snakes it is an elapid,
which means it has a neurotoxic venom. This venom mainly attacks the nerves of the body, but it
also contains blood destroying properties. The poison from elapids is generally very dangerous to
humans and the copperhead is no exception having very potent venom.
Colour and size vary with where you find the snake. However, they can grow up to 1.8
metres in length and can be tan, brown or black. One feature of copperheads is that they are more
tolerant to cold and can be found lying in the sun in mid-winter when other snakes are hibernating.
The food of the copperhead, like most snakes, is frogs and reptiles. What is unusual is that
they are threats to each other because they are sometimes prone to cannibalism.
Pythons are also found in Australia, the carpet python (morlelia spilota) being the most
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common. There are several different types of carpet python in Australia. They are widespread and
can be found in a variety of habitat from wet tropics to dry, nearly arid, desert. They can be found
in variable colours but usually have lighter blotches on a darker background. Carpet pythons are
also bigger than most Australian snakes and can grow up to a length of almost 4 metres.
The carpet python is largely nocturnal and preys mainly on mammals, birds and reptiles.
Non-venomous, pythons bite into their prey and, when the prey struggles, it only sinks further onto
the fangs. Next, the python coils around the animal to squeeze its breath out or, in some cases, to
constrict its muscles and cause the main blood vessels to burst.
One of the easiest snakes to identify in Australia is the bandy bandy (vermicelli annulata).
This is a distinctly marked elapid snake with black and white bands around it. It is found in 80% of
mainland Australia. The bandy bandy averages about 60cm in length but can grow up to 80cm. It
is found in all types of habitat from rainforest to swamps to deserts. It is usually found during the
day under cover or on a mild night moving around the ground.
The bandy bandy is a crepuscular or after-dark hunter though it seldom feeds due to its low
metabolic rate. Unlike many of its cousins in Australia, it only feeds on blind snakes.
Being an elapid, the bandy bandy is definitely a poisonous snake and looks alarmingly
dangerous as it resembles the Malay krait and, when threatened, will flatten its body and raise its
body in an aggressive manner. However, the markings and behaviour are a bluff and its venom is
only mild and virtually harmless to humans.

Questions 28 – 33

Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the following questions. Write
your answers in boxes 28 – 33 on your answer sheet.

28 Which snake is not an elapid?

29 Which snake will eat other snakes of the same species?

30 Which snake doesn’t require much food?

31 Which snake is potentially the largest?

32 Which snake’s primary food is other snakes?

33 Which snake can sometimes be found in trees?

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Questions 34 – 40

After reading the passage about Australian snakes, look at the statements below.
In boxes 34 – 40 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is not true

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

34 A bite from a taipan is always fatal to humans.

35 Tiger snakes got their name from their supposed aggressiveness.

36 Elapid snakes are always poisonous

37 Copperhead snake poison is not that harmful to humans.

38 The carpet python can kill humans.

39 Bandy bandy snakes are found outside Australia.

40 You’ll never find a bandy bandy over 1 metre long.

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GENERAL TRAINING WRITING PRACTICE TEST 1

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

Last week you were on a flight to London. Unfortunately, when you left the plane,
you left a bag. You did not remember about the bag until you got to your hotel.

Write a letter to the airline. Explain what has happened, describe the bag and its
contents and say what you would like them to do about it.

You should write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir,

WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

Children today are too dependent on computers and electronic entertainment. It


would be better for them to be outside playing sports and taking part in more
traditional pastimes than spending all day indoors.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

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GENERAL TRAINING SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 1
Section 1

* Tell me about your family.


* Where do they live?
* What do you like doing when you are with your family?

Topic 1 Health and Exercise

* What sorts of things do you do to keep healthy?


* What other sorts of things are popular in your country to keep healthy?
* What sorts of exercise do you not like doing?
* How can we get young people to do more exercise?

Topic 2 Music

* What is your favourite type of music and why?


* Do you think that a country’s traditional music is important for its culture? (Why?)
* Why do people’s tastes in music often change as they get older?
* What are some of the different uses of music in your country?
Section 2

Describe your favourite film or television programme.


You should say:
when you watch it
who is in it
what happens in it
and explain why you particularly like it

Section 3

Topic 1 TV and Radio

* Why do you think television has become so popular over the last 50 years?
* Do you think that there is still a future for radio with television being so popular?
* Which is better for presenting the news: television or radio? (Why?)
* How can we stop young people today watching too much television?

Topic 2 Films and Cinema

* Can you compare television and cinema as forms of entertainment?


* Do people in your country prefer American films or films from their part of the World?
* How do you think World cinema will develop over the next 50 years?
* Do you feel that “film stars” are overpaid for what they do?

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ieltshelpnow.com GENERAL TRAINING MODULE
PRACTICE TEST 2

GENERAL TRAINING LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 2

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 10

Questions 1 - 6
Circle the correct letters A - C.

Example

Mr. Griffin is coming for...

A a holiday.
B a business trip.
C to see family.

1 Mr. Griffin has been to the Sunrise Hotel..

A once previously.
B twice previously.
C three times previously.

2 Mr. Griffin is from...

A Melbourne.
B Sydney.
C Perth.

3 Mr. Griffin’s passport number is...

A 87647489.
B 87637289.
C 87637489.

4 Mr. Griffin wants to book...

A a single room for 2 nights.


B a double room for 2 nights.
C a single room for 1 night.
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5 Mr. Griffin will arrive at the Sunrise Hotel at...

A 9.15 pm.
B 10.00 pm.
C 9.35 pm.

6 When he gets to the Sunrise Hotel, The food Mr. Griffin will find in his room will be...

A a cheese sandwich with fries.


B a cheese sandwich.
C a burger.

Questions 7 - 10

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

7 What number room will Mr. Griffin be in at the Sunrise Hotel?

__________________

8 How much will Mr. Griffin pay per night at the Sunrise Hotel?

$_________________

9 Who will take Mr. Griffin’s food to his room?

__________________________________________________________

10 How much will Mr. Griffin pay for his food?

$_________________

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SECTION 2 Questions 11 - 20

Questions 11 - 15

Complete the descriptions below.

Below are descriptions that Police have released for the two men wanted in connection with the
robbery at the local jewellery store, Nicholls.

PHOTOFIT PICTURES TO BE RELEASED LATER TODAY

Man 1 Man 2

Height (11) ___________ Height 5 foot 8


Build Slight Build (13) ___________
Hair Dark Hair Red
Face Small moustache Face (14) ___________
Age Early 20s Age (15) ___________
Clothing Blue jeans Clothing Dark blue sweater
White t-shirt Black jeans
(12) ___________ Motorbike helmet
Motorbike helmet

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Questions 16 - 20

Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS for each answer.

* CompTec blamed the job losses on reduced sales and (16) _____________________
_________________________.

* The airport route expansion will result in a (17) _________________________ of new jobs.

* The Oakley Woods development project was opposed by local residents


and local (18) _____________________________________. George Finchly, the Westley
(19) __________________________, gave the news to the media.

* East Moors CC will play their final on Sunday (20) _______________________ August.

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SECTION 3 Questions 21 - 30

Questions 21 - 26

Complete the admission tutor’s notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

ADMISSION TUTOR’S NOTES

Student’s Name Robert Johnson

Subject to study (21) _________________________________________________

Why this subject Always interested


Father’s field
At school, good at mathematics and (22) ____________________

Gap year Worked and travelled in Australia and New Zealand

Jobs during Gap Year (23) _________________________________________________


Pub work
(24) _________________________________________________
Building site

Why Westley University Department has (25) ___________________________________


Graduates from Westley get jobs in industry quickly
Near Snowdonia for (26) ________________________________
Likes football - Westley has lots of teams

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Questions 27 - 30

Complete Robert’s notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

ROBERT JOHNSON’S NOTES

Type of Course (27) _______________________________ (3rd year in industry)

Assessment Year 1 5 exams

Year 2 (28) _________________________________

Year 3 No assessment

Year 4 Dissertation of (29) _______________________________


8 final exams during (30) __________________________

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SECTION 4 Questions 31 - 40

Questions 31 - 33

Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS for each answer.

31 The lecture will be useful for any students who are writing ___________________________
_________________________________.

32 Modernised countries are described by the speaker as now being ____________________


_________________________________.

33 The size of a sample depends on the __________________________________________


required.

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Questions 34 - 40
Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Survey Size Depends on statistical quality needed and total population size
A 1000 individual survey can reflect the total population

Types of Survey
Advantages Disadvantages
Mail (34) _____________________ Not good for decent response
Good for particular groups rate
Telephone Good for when time and survey (35) _____________________
length are limited
In-Person Good for collecting complex Can mean lots of
information (36) _____________________
Street Interview (37) _____________________ Not scientific sampling

Survey Content Questions can ask about: opinions and attitudes


factual characteristics or behaviour
Questions can be open-ended or (38) __________________________
Questions can be from 5 mins long to 1 hour +

Survey can be (39) ____________________________ - interviewees


can be questioned on 2 or more occasions

Ethics Results must not be used commercially


Individuals should not be mentioned
Results should be in (40) ____________________________________
ie: statistical tables or charts

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GENERAL TRAINING READING PRACTICE TEST 2

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 13

Questions 1 – 6

There are 5 advertisements A – E on the next page.

Answer the questions below by writing the letters of the appropriate


advertisement in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet. Your answer may require
more than one letter.

Example Which restaurant offers a price reduction on takeaways?

Answer C

1 Which advertisement is NOT for a restaurant?

2 Which restaurant can cater for parties?

3 Which restaurant does NOT offer a takeaway service?

4 Which restaurant will give you extra food if you give them a coupon?

5 Which restaurant cannot sell alcohol?

6 Which advertisement is valid for only 2 weeks?

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A SPECIAL OFFER
Buy 1 pizza (any size)
Get another one free (same type)
For 2 weeks only
We invite you to come over for a special treat at Zambino’s Pizzeria. All you have to do is
show this voucher with your order and we will cook TWO of whatever pizza you order. The
second pizza will be completely FREE.

ZAMBINO’S PIZZERIA
(Fully licensed)

Offer expires 8th July Eat in or takeaway


Not be used in conjunction with any other offer 13 Station Road, Bournemouth
Free Delivery Tel: 01202 836728

B The Beachcomber Fish and C


Chips Restaurant Fully Licensed Tel 896542

The Taj Mahal


Eating in or takeaway, you’ll be Indian Cuisine
sure to love our full range of
chippie favourites. • 10% discount on takeaways
• Home delivery
• Cod, plaice, rock salmon, monkfish • Separate function room
• Sausages • Open for lunch and dinner
• Pies
• A range of soft drinks (only) 35 Dean Way, Bournemouth
• The BEST chips on the south coast! Tel 01202 745973
56 Sea Road, Bournemouth
Tel 864256
E
D Cash and Carry Out
ZEN
JAPANESE RESTAURANT The low cost supplier of quality foodstuffs for
restaurants in the Bournemouth area.
Fine dining in the best Japanese
traditions. Come and enjoy the renowned • Fish and seafood
creations of our chef, Kyoko. • Quality meats
Choose from our set menus or a la carte • Fruit and vegetables
• Dairy produce
and try our fully licensed bar. • Herbs and spices
• Frozen goods
49 Bournemouth High Street,
Bournemouth 135 – 138 Church Road, Bournemouth
Reservations 01202 945168 Tel 01202 512075

Card holders only. Phone or drop in to apply.

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Questions 7 – 13
Read the advertisements for events at the Sunshine Hotel below and then
answer the questions that follow.

SUNSHINE HOTEL
CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES SCHEDULE FOR WEEK BEGINNING 7th JULY

Monday 7.7
Kids Club on the beach with Kathy. Games and activities from 9.30 – 12.30 and then 2.00 – 5.00. Don’t forget
your swimming costume! Evening video: Hercules Saves the Day. The intrepid pony saves his rider when he
falls into a river.

Tuesday 8.7
Kids Club on the beach with Kathy. Timings as on Monday. Evening video: Jake’s Party. Jake throws a party
for his friends when his parents go away.

Wednesday 9.7

Kids Club outing to Westlands Adventure Park. All day trip so, Mums and Dads, don’t forget to order the
special kids packed lunches from the hotel the day before and $8 extra each entrance money. Leaving from
in front of the Hotel at 10.00 and coming back at 4.30. Evening video: The Day of the Lion. Adventure yarn
about a boy living on a farm in South Africa.

Thursday 10.7
Kids Club on the beach with Kathy. Timings as on Monday. In the evening, singing songs on the beach while
sitting round the fire. Andrew will do some night fishing off the beach.

Friday 11.7
Sports Day Contests from 10.00 – 12.00. Running, swimming and a host of other races. Then trekking in the
afternoon from 2.00 – 5.00. Evening video double bill: The Masked Sheriff followed by The Masked Sheriff
Rides Again. The 2 Hollywood blockbusters on one night.

Saturday 12.7
Kids club on the beach with Kathy. Timings as on Monday. Snorkling lessons in the afternoon. Evening: fancy
dress party round the pool (6.00 – 9.00). Prizes for best outfits. Games and gifts galore.

Sunday 13.7
Late start on the beach for Kids Club (10.00) and then normal timings. Evening video: The Lost Ship.
Swashbuckling pirate movie.

*****

All activities included in the week’s price ($45) except where indicated. All videos start at 7.00pm.
In the case of bad weather, all outdoor activities will be held in the Hallows function room.

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Questions 7 – 10
Read the schedule for children’s events at the Sunshine Hotel on the previous
page.

Answer the questions below by writing the appropriate day in boxes 7 – 10 on


your answer sheet. Your answer may require more than one day.

Example On which TWO days are there no videos?

Answer Thursday + Saturday

7 On which TWO days are there competitions?

8 Which day’s afternoon activities finish the earliest?

9 Which day’s film is about a horse?

10 On which day are the food arrangements different?

Questions 11 – 13
Answer the following questions using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for
each answer. Write your answers in boxes 11 – 13 on your answer sheet.

11 Where will the kids go on Thursday morning if it’s raining?

12 What is the full, inclusive price for all activities for the week?

13 What time does Kids Club finish on Sunday?

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SECTION 2 Questions 14 – 27

Questions 14 – 17
Read the Information for Students notice for the Westley School of English on
the next page and look at the statements below (Questions 14 – 17).

In boxes 14 – 17 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

14 Students may not use their own floppy discs in the school’s computers.

15 Students can go into the Language Lab at 8.30 on Thursday mornings.

16 Students can have a cooked breakfast in the cafe before their morning classes.

17 The police will visit any student not completing the required attendance levels.

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WESTLEY SCHOOL OF ENGLISH
Information for Students
Timings

The school is open Mon – Fri from 7.30am to 9.00pm and on Saturday from 9.00am to
12.30pm.

CLASS TIMINGS (Mon – Fri) Lesson 1 8.45am – 10.15pm


Lesson 2 10.45am – 12.15pm
Lesson 3 2.00pm – 3.30pm

Computer Room

The school has a fully equipped computer lab with a free 24-hour internet connection.
Students may use the computers at any time during school opening hours unless any class
or activity is scheduled. In the evenings there is a booking system for the computers. Please
read the rules for this in the computer room. Be advised that, due to the risk of viruses,
students are not allowed to bring in and use their own disks or CDs.

Self Access and Language Lab

The lab is open and available for all students during school opening hours. There are tapes
and self-study materials available for all levels. In the break times and the evenings there is
a teacher on duty who can assist students with accessing material.

Cafeteria

The school cafeteria is open from 8.15am to 5.00pm. The cafeteria only sells hot food at
lunchtime. A selection of sandwiches, snacks and hot or cold drinks are available at other
times during the rest of the day.

Attendance

All students who come to the UK on student visas are required by law to attend a minimum
of 85% of their scheduled courses. The school is required to inform the Department of
Immigration of any student not fulfilling his visa obligations. A minimum attendance of 85% is
also required for students to receive their course certificate.

Fees

All fees must be paid in full before the start of any course. A non-returnable deposit of 10%
will secure a reservation on a course but the balance must be paid before classes begin.

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Questions 18 – 20
Read the Information for Students notice for the Westley School of English again.
Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the following questions. Write
your answers in boxes 18 – 20 on your answer sheet.

18 What time does school open on Wednesday mornings?

19 Where are the computer booking rules?

20 What is the minimum deposit to book a place on a course?

Questions 21 – 24

Read the the Westley Central Surgery Information Leaflet on the next 2 pages and
look at the statements below (Questions 21 – 24).

In boxes 21 – 24 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

21 Ten minutes is the maximum available length for an appointment.

22 If you have had an x-ray, call the surgery no earlier than one week
following the date of the x-ray for the result.

23 You cannot order a repeat prescription over the phone.

24 One of the practice’s four doctors will conduct a New Patients Health
Check with any new patients to the practice.

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Westley Central Surgery Information

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 8.30am – 6.00pm


Saturday 9.00am – 10.00am (emergencies only)

Surgeries

Ten-minute appointments are given, although longer periods can be allocated on request.
Morning surgery is between 8.30am and 11.00am, and afternoon surgery between 3.00pm and
5.30pm. These times may change during holiday periods and for staff training. We will always
see you the same day for an urgent problem, although we cannot guarantee that this will be with
the doctor of your choice. An urgent appointment is intended for matters that cannot wait until the
next available routine appointment. Giving our staff an outline of the nature of the problem may
help them organize the most appropriate response. We will often ask the doctor to ring you back
to help decide the most appropriate way to deal with your problem.
If you are unable to attend an appointment, please let us know so that we can offer the
appointment to someone else.

Results of Tests

If you are asked to phone for results, please ring between 11.30 and 12.30. Please allow at least
three working days for the results to be available. X-ray results take two weeks to arrive back at
the surgery.

Prescriptions

Please allow at least two full days’ notice of your prescription requirements.
With every prescription issued a printed sheet is given showing details of all your medicines.
Please retain this.
When you require a further prescription, please use this sheet as a tick list to request the
medicines you require or obtain a request slip from reception. You can come in to order your
prescription or post or fax your request.
If you would like us to post your prescription to you, please include a stamped, self-addressed
envelope. We do not accept telephone requests for repeat prescriptions as this can result in
errors.

Home Visits

If you require a doctor to visit you at home, please ring the surgery before 10.00am if possible.
The doctors usually visit patients between 12.00pm and 3.00pm.

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New Patients

To register with the Practice, please attend reception with your medical card if you have it, as
well as the details of your previous doctor. You will be encouraged to attend a “New Patients
Health Check” with one of our practice nurses.
Emergency calls

To speak to the doctor urgently you can ring the main surgery telephone number or ring the
emergency mobile phone. For the mobile, please allow 25 seconds for connection. If the mobile
phone is in use, or the doctor is in an area of poor reception, your call will be transferred to an
answer phone. The emergency doctor will be alerted and will call you back.

Practice Area

Unfortunately we can only accept registration from patients who live within our practice area. If
you move outside this area, you will be asked to register with another doctor. If you are in any
doubt as to whether you are in our area, please speak to the reception staff.

Charges

There is a charge for some medical services that fall outside those provided by the NHS. These
services include private sick notes, passport forms, holiday cancellation forms, insurance reports
and employment medicals. Some travel vaccinations are also charged for and we charge for
issuing a private prescription.

Questions 25 - 27
Read the Westley Central Surgery Information Leaflet again. Complete the
following statements (Questions 25 – 27) with words taken from the leaflet.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 25 – 27 on your answer sheet.

25 When a prescription is given, the surgery will also provide a document


detailing your _______________

26 If the main surgery telephone line is busy and you have an urgent
problem, call the _______________.

27 Only patients who live in the _______________ can register at the


Westley Central Surgery.

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SECTION 3 Questions 28 - 40
Read the following passage and answer Questions 28 – 40.

CHOCOLATE – THE FOOD OF THE GODS


A

The story of chocolate begins with the discovery of America in 1492. Columbus was the first
European to come into contact with cacao. On August 5th, 1502, on his fourth and last voyage to
the Americas, Columbus and his crew met some natives in a canoe that contained beans from the
cacao tree. Columbus was struck by how much value the Indians placed on them as he did not
know the beans were used for currency. It is unlikely that Columbus brought any of these beans
back to Spain and it was not until about twenty years later that Cortez grasped the commercial
possibilities when he found the Aztecs using the beans to make the royal drink “chocolatl”.

The Spanish, in general, were not fond of the bitter drink so Cortez and his followers made it more
palatable by adding cane sugar and later cinnamon and vanilla were added. Spanish monks let the
secret out back home and, although the Spanish hid it from their neighbours for a hundred years,
finally chocolate’s popularity grew until it was the fashionable drink at the French court and the
discerning choice of customers at London meeting houses.

The cacao beans are harvested from pods grown on the cacao tree. The pods come in a range of
types since cacao trees cross-pollinate freely. These types can be reduced to three classifications.
The most common is Forastero, which accounts for nearly 90% of the world’s production of cacao
beans. This is the easiest to cultivate and has a thick-walled pod and a pungent aroma. Rarest
and most prized are the beans of the Criollo. These beans from the soft, thin-skinned pod have
an aroma and delicacy that make them sought after by the world’s best chocolate makers. Finally,
there is the Trinitario, which is believed to be a natural cross from strains of the other two types.
It has a great variety of characteristics but generally possesses a good, aromatic flavour and the
trees are particularly suitable for cultivation.

The cacao tree is strictly a tropical plant thriving only in hot, rainy climates. Thus, its cultivation is
confined to countries not more than 20 degrees north or south of the equator. The cacao tree is
very delicate and sensitive. It needs protection from the wind and requires a fair amount of shade
under most conditions. This is true especially in its first two or three years of growth. A newly
planted cacao seedling is often sheltered by a different type of tree. It is normal to plant food crops
for shade such as bananas, plantain, coconuts or cocoyams. Rubber trees and forest trees are also
used for shade. Once established, however, cacao trees can grow in full sunlight, provided there
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are fertile soil conditions and intensive husbandry. With pruning and careful cultivation, the trees
of most strains will begin bearing fruit in the fifth year. With extreme care, some strains can be
induced to yield good crops in the third and fourth years.

The process of turning cacao into chocolate hasn’t changed much since the Swiss made the major
breakthroughs in the process in the late 1800s. First the beans (up to twelve varieties harvested
from all over the world) go through a process of fermentation and drying. They are then sorted by
hand before cleaning and then roasting. Winnowing follows which removes the hard outer hulls
and leaves what is known as the “nibs”. A crushing and heating process known as Hunte’s Process
is then used to remove nearly half of the cocoa butter from the nibs. This makes unsweetened
chocolate (also known as cooking chocolate). Basic eating chocolate is made from a blending of
the unsweetened chocolate with some of the cocoa butter along with other ingredients such as
sugar and vanilla. The resulting product is then “conched” and this conching gives chocolate the
velvet texture that we know so well. The finished result is then moulded, cooled, packaged by
machine, distributed, sold and, of course, eaten!

Where methods of manufacturing are concerned, manufacturers have a completely free hand and
have developed individual variations from the pattern. Each manufacturer seeks to protect his own
methods by conducting certain operations under an atmosphere of security. No chef guards his
favourite recipes more zealously than the chocolate manufacturer guards his formulas for blending
the beans. Time intervals, temperatures and proportions are three critical factors that no company
wants to divulge.

Apart from the taste, one of the most pleasant effects of eating chocolate is the “good feeling” that
many people experience after indulging. Chocolate contains more than three known chemicals
including caffeine, theobromine and phenlethylamine which are stimulants. Some researchers
believe that chocolate contains pharmacologically active substances that have the same effect on
the brain as marijuana and that these chemicals may be responsible for problems such as the
psychoses associated with chocolate craving. However, eating too much of anything can obviously
cause health problems and as long as moderation is exercised, chocolate should not cause the
average person any harm.

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Questions 28 - 33
The reading passage on The Story of Chocolate has 7 paragraphs A – G.

From the list of headings below choose the most suitable headings for paragraphs B
– G.

Write the appropriate number (i – xi) in boxes 28 – 33 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use them all.

i Growing The Tree

ii Problems With Manufacture

iii Why We Like It

iv How the Aztecs Discovered Chocolatl.

v Chocolate Spreads to Europe

vi First Contact

vii The Countries that Grow Cacao Trees

viii Secrecy Issues

ix Recipes for Using Chocolate

x Varieties of Cacao

xi From Bean to Bar

Example Answer

Paragraph A iv

28 Paragraph B

29 Paragraph C

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30 Paragraph D

31 Paragraph E

32 Paragraph F

33 Paragraph G

Questions 34 – 37
Do the following statements agree with the information given in The Story of
Chocolate?

In boxes 34 – 37 on your answer sheet write:

YES if the statement agrees with the information

NO if the statement contradicts the statement

NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this in the passage

34 Most early Spaniards did not particularly like the chocolate that the Aztecs
originally drank.

35 The Forastero bean is generally regarded as making the best chocolate.

36 Cacao trees need a lot of looking after to be used commercially.

37 Some chocolate companies have been known to steal chocolate recipes from
other companies.

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Questions 38 – 40
Using the information in the passage, complete the flow chart below.

Write your answers in boxes 38 – 40 on your answer sheet.

Use NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS from the passage for each answer.

The Chocolate Production Process

The beans are (eg) __________ at the farm and are then Answer
fermented, dried, sorted and cleaned. harvested

The beans are winnowed after (38) __________ and these two processes
produce the nibs.

Some of the (39) __________ is then extracted using Hunte’s Process to


make cooking chocolate.

The cooking chocolate is then blended with other ingredients to make the
various types of eating chocolate available today.

(40) __________produces the smoothness in the chocolate.

The chocolate is re-heated to melt it, put into moulds and then cooled to
make its final shapes.

The finished product is wrapped automatically, sent to the shops and then
sold. Finally the customer eats his or her bar of chocolate.
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GENERAL TRAINING WRITING PRACTICE TEST 2

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You and your family are planning to spend a weekend at a seaside hotel.

Write a letter to the hotel making the arrangements. Let them know when you will be
arriving and leaving, what type of rooms you would like and ask them how much the
weekend will cost. Also enquire about activities and places of interest near the hotel.

You should write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir,

WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

It has been proved that smoking kills. In some countries it has been made illegal for
people to smoke in all public places except in certain areas. All countries should
make these rules.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

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GENERAL TRAINING SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 2
Section 1

* Tell me about the part of the country where you live.


* What are the main ways of earning money in this area?
* What are some of the advantages and disadvantages of living in this area?

Topic 1 Studying English

* Where have you studied English?


* What do you find most difficult about studying English?
* What’s the best way for you to study English?
* How can speaking English well help you in your life?

Topic 2 Transport

* What is the best way to get around the place where you live?
* How would you improve transport in your town or area?
* How does transport cause pollution?
* Do people prefer using public or private transport in your country?

Section 2

Describe what you think would be the perfect holiday.


You should say:
where it would be
what activities you would do
how long it would last
and explain why this holiday would be perfect for you.

Section 3

Topic 1 Tourism

* What are some of the best places in your country for a tourist to visit?
* What are some of the advantages and disadvantages that tourism brings to an area?
* Could you compare the tourism industry in your country today with that of 50 years
ago?
* What factors do you think could limit the expansion of tourism in the future?

Topic 2 Holidays

* Why do you think people need holidays?


* How much holiday a year do you think a person needs?
* How have people’s expectations about holidays changed over the last 50 years?
* How do you think holidays will change in the next 50 years?
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PRACTICE TEST 3

GENERAL TRAINING LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 3

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 10

Questions 1 - 5
Complete the form below.

Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

WESTLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY


MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM

Example Answer

NAME Camden

FIRST NAME Peter

ADDRESS Flat 5
53 (1) _________________________________
Finsbury

POSTCODE (2) ____________________________________

DATE OF BIRTH 8th July (3) _____________________________

HOME TEL None

MOBILE TEL (4) ____________________________________

PROOF OF RESIDENCE PROVIDED (5) ____________________________________

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Questions 6 - 8

Circle THREE letters A - F.

What type of books does Peter like?

A Wildlife books
B Romance books
C Travel books
D Historical novels
E Science Fiction novels
F Mystery books

Questions 9 and 10

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

9 How much does it cost to join the library?

_________________________________

10 How much does it cost to rent a DVD?

_________________________________

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SECTION 2 Questions 11 - 20

Questions 11 - 14

List FOUR reasons given for people needing blood transfusions.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Write your answers in boxes 11 - 14 on your answer sheet.

11 ____________________________________________________________

12 ____________________________________________________________

13 ____________________________________________________________

14 ____________________________________________________________

Questions 15 - 20
Complete the 2 sets of notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Blood
Types of Blood O, A, B + AB

Component Parts

PART USED FOR


red blood cells (15) __________________________ to cells
white blood cells help patients’ (16) ______________________
_____________________________________
platelets blood clotting
plasma (17) ________________________ the other
blood parts

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GIVING BLOOD

DAYS Wednesday + next 2 days

WHERE Westley General Hospital, (18) ___________________________


Department

WHEN Between 9.00am and (19) ___________________________

MUST be healthy
be (20) ______________________ or over
weigh more than 110 pounds
have had no tattoos this year
not have donated blood within past 56 days

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SECTION 3 Questions 21 - 30

Questions 21 - 27

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Computer Labs

The 4 labs below can be used by undergraduates. Other computer labs can only be
used by postgraduates and (21) _________________________

Lab Locations Wimborne Johnson Building


Franklin Computer Sciences Building
Salisbury (22) ____________________
Court Johnson Building

Reservations (23) ________________ a day unless computers are free


Write reservation in book (24) ________________
(Penalty for erasing someone else’s reservation - 1 year ban)

User Name jamessmith2

Password (25) _________________

Printing Pick up print outs from (26) ______________ in Franklin


Costs (27) ________________

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Questions 28 - 30

Choose the correct letters A - C.

28 The introductory computer course that James decides to take is...

A beginner.
B intermediate.
C advanced.

29 The computer laboratory for James’ introductory computer course is in...

A Wimborne
B Franklin
C Court

30 James will take his introductory computer course...

A on Thursday at 2.00pm.
B on Tuesday at 4.30pm.
C on Tuesday at 5.00pm

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SECTION 4 Questions 31 - 40

Questions 31 - 35
Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

The Shinkansen or Bullet Train

Safety No deaths (bar 1 from passenger misadventure) since its


launch in (31) ___________________________.

Speed Holds world train record for (32) _______________________


of 261.8 kph.
500 series Nozumi’s fastest speed is 300kph.

Punctuality Punctual to within the second.


All bullet trains for 1 year were a total of (33) __________ late.

History First used on Tokyo to Osaka route.


Old models have now been retired.
300, 500 and 700 are recent models.

Services Nozomi trains stop at the (34) _________________________.


Hikari stop more frequently.
Kodama trains stop at (35) ____________________________.

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Questions 36 - 40

Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS for each answer.

36 French TGV locomotives pull the TGV trains from both ends using a _______________.

37 Japanese ground is unsuitable for the TGV type of train because it is _______________
and the tracks frequently curve horizontally and vertically.

38 An extra advantage of the Japanese electric car system is that it can act as
a _______________.

39 Even after the power supply is cut off in the electric car system, electricity is still produced
by _______________.

40 Huge improvements in power, operability and safety administration have been made
possible by advances in _______________.

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GENERAL TRAINING READING PRACTICE TEST 3

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 13

Questions 1 – 6

There are 5 advertisements A – E on the next page.

Answer the questions below by writing the letters of the appropriate


advertisements in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet

Example Which advertisment says that the successful applicant will


be required to sell something?

Answer B

1 Which advertisement is NOT offering a job?

2 Which advertisement specifically asks for someone to look good?

3 Which advertisement offers the chance of a job abroad?

4 Which advertisment doesn’t ask to be telephoned?

5 Which job advertisement wants someone for a part time position?

6 Which advertisement says that speaking a language will help the applicant?

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A B
SECRETARY - URGENT USED CAR SALESMAN
REQUIRED
Busy High Street solicitors requires
an experienced and efficient secretary. £ to be made
All applicants should have excellent Busy town used car dealership
typing, shorthand and telephone skills. urgently needs an experienced
Good package. salesman. Exhaustive knowledge of
different makes of cars a must. Good
Write with CV to: basic plus commission.
Aldersley and Sons Call 020 8567 9634 and ask for
25 Charmin Street Mike.
Guildford GU4 7YD

C
WANTED D E
URGENTLY
BABYSITTER SITUATION REQUIRED SITUATIONS
1 weekday and 1 Hard-working law student,
VACANT NOW
weekend a week. 22 years old, is searching for Receptionist
6.30pm – 11pm a suitable placement for his Chamber maids
coming summer vacation. Bell Boys
Responsible young Anything considered.
lady required Please call Andrew Hall on 020 Applicants must have relevant
8746 3529. experience and a high standard
Call 020 8467 2635 of personal appearance

Phone personnel on 02 7854 3724 for


an application form

The Grand Hotel


F Manchester

ALPINE SKI The specialists in winter sports holidays


This prestigious and busy tour operator is currently recruiting for next winter’s season. We require
a variety of enthusiastic and dedicated people to run our operations in Europe starting in November
and running through to April. Salaries are based on experience, qualifications and suitability.
Knowledge of a suitable European language would be a strong advantage. Interviews this summer.

Posts available are:

Chalet girls and boys Airport Reps Holiday Reps

Ski instructors (relevant qualifications essential)

For details, ring 020 3947 9624 and ask Cathy for a relevant application form.

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Questions 7 – 11

Read the Information leaflet about the Jamestown Hiking Centre on the following
page. Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the following questions.
Write your answers in boxes 7 – 11 on your answer sheet.

7 How much would a hiker have to pay in total for the example hike?

8 On which day will the hikers come across ice?

9 On which day will the hikers have the chance to do a water sport?

10 On which day do the hikers have the option to not do any hiking and just take it
easy?

11 On which day will the hikers get to sleep next to the sea?

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Source: Hiking New Zealand .com
Jamestown Hiking Centre

We offer hiking trips led by experienced guides out into the mountains. The hikes can last
from an afternoon’s hike up to the Josef Waterfall to a fortnight’s trek through the James
Forest and up into the Williams mountains and the rugged adjoining coastline. Below is an
example of the itinerary for our 10 day hiking safari.

Start Drake Visitors Centre, Jamestown 8.00am


Finish Kingstown 7.00pm
Length 10 days
Grade Medium
Price $ Canadian 1000 + $ 20/day kitty

Highlights Hike through beech forest, past limestone sinkholes and across tussock-
covered mountain slopes. Watch the antics of the Longley Seal Pups at a breeding colony.
Hike through the lush forest in a limestone canyon, wade across crystal clear rivers,
and explore glowworm caves in Havely. Take a guided walk on the spectacular Franz
Glacier and marvel at its crevasses and ice caves. Kayak the tranquil Okarto Lagoon
and watch native birds feeding in the shallows. Hike through James forest to natural hot
pools surrounded by mountain peaks in Westland. Watch for penguins and dolphins while
strolling along isolated beaches.
ITINERARY
Day 1 Drive from Jamestown to Longley. Hike through beech forest, camp under
natural rock shelter. 4 hours hiking

Day 2 Hike up above the bushline on Mt Arthurs. Drive to camp by the Bull River. 7
hours hiking

Day 3 Visit seal colony. Drive to Havely and hike while learning river crossing
techniques. 3 hours hiking

Day 4 Explore limestone caves and hike down a river canyon. Visit the Caves at the
Lemon Cliffs. 5 hours hiking

Day 5 Drive to Franztown and walk to the glacier terminal, or do the guided walk on
the glacier ($35). 2 hours hiking

Day 6 Kayak ($40) across Okarto lagoon and up forested river channels, or hike along
beach. 4 hours kayaking or 3 hours hiking

Day 7 Hike up the Knight’s Valley to Welley Flats hut and soak weary muscles in
natural hot pools. 7 hours hiking

Day 8 Boulder-hop up to a waterfall with stunning mountain views, or have a rest day.
4 hours hiking

Day 9 Hike back down the Knight’s Valley, visit a penguin colony and camp on an
isolated beach. 6 hours hiking

Day 10 Hike along a beach frequented by dolphins, drive over the Hast Pass and
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Questions 12 and 13

Read the advertisement below for Regent Taxi Services and look at the
statements following it.

In boxes 12 and 13 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the


advertisement

WESTLEY TAXI SERVICES

* cheapest deals in town


* established since 1979
* max 5 people
* no destination too far
* minivan available (max 9 persons)

$25 to Westley International Airport


$50 to Eastley town centre

Tel: 0684 639746

12 It will cost $50 for 2 people to go to Eastley town centre.

13 Westley Taxi Services will go to any destination.

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SECTION 2 Questions 14 – 28

Questions 14 - 18

Read the Information Guide for Westley Public Library on the following page.
Look at the following customer bills (Questions 14 - 18) that need to be worked
out.

According to the Westley Public Library Information Guide, match the customer
bills (Questions 14 - 18) with the prices given (A - I).

Write the appropriate letters (A - H) in boxes 14 - 18 on your answer sheet.

14 2 CD ROMs for 2 weeks.

15 11⁄2 hours on the internet.

16 6 internet sheet printouts.

17 2 books late for 1 week.

18 6 months library membership.

PRICES

A $3

B $2

C $20

D $12

E $2.50

F $1

G 30 cents

H 50 cents

I $1.50

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WESTLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
INFORMATION GUIDE

1 Only members of the Library may borrow items from the Library. Membership for this year is
$24 for 12 month or pro rata monthly membership. Membership runs from 1st January to 31st
December.

2 Library membership consists of the right to take out 6 hardbacks and six paperbacks. Extra
borrowing may be added on at the librarian’s discretion.

3 Hardback books are taken out for a maximum of two weeks and paperbacks for a maximum of
three weeks. Renewals are permitted. The books can be brought in and re-stamped for renewal or,
in emergencies, members may phone in.

4 Overdue books will be charged at a rate of 50 cents per book per week or part of a week. Lost
books will be charged at the current market price plus a postage/administration charge.

5 Popular books can be reserved on a waiting list. There is no renewal for books in this category.

6 The Library has a CD ROM section from which members are allowed to borrow. Members
borrowing a CD ROM pay a charge of $1 per CD ROM for a period of two weeks – a maximum
of 3 discs may be borrowed at any one time. The Library member will be liable for any loss or
damage to the CD ROM.

7 The Library has a video and DVD section. Library members can borrow up to 2 DVDs at a time for
a two day period. Members must pay a refundable $20 deposit to borrow DVDs.

8 The Library has 10 internet terminals. Use of the terminals is not restricted to members. Any
person can reserve a 30 minute or 1 hour session on one computer in the Library for internet use
at the rate of $1 for 30 minutes and $2 for an hour. 8 PCs will be available to be reserved and 2 will
be there on a “first come, first served” basis. Printouts of internet pages will be charged 5 cents a
sheet. All PCs are equipped with CD writer facilities.

9 Your suggestions for new books to be ordered are always most welcome and may be written in the
suggestion book.

LIBRARY TIMINGS

Mon/Tues/Thurs/Fri 9.00 am - 6.00 pm


Wed 9.00 am - 8.00 pm
Sat 10.00 am - 1.00 pm

THE LIBRAY IS CLOSED ON SUNDAYS AND PUBLIC HOLIDAYS


Source: The Club, Abu Dhabi

Questions 19 – 20
Look again at the Information Guide for Westley Public Library. Complete the
following statements (Questions 19 and 20) with words taken from the guide.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 19 and 20 on your answer sheet.

19 If a book that you want is already taken out, put your name on the ____________
and the book will be kept for you when it is returned.

20 If library customers have any ideas on how to improve the library, they can leave a
written note of their recommendation in the _______________.
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Halifax College
A

Halifax College is a school situated just outside the Nova Scotia capital city of Halifax.
Opened in 1935, it was first privately run by the Halifax Church Council. In 1960 it was
purchased by the provincial government and since then it has been enormously extended
and now operates as a day school as well as keeping its original boarding element. Currently
enrolment stands at 550 but this is expected to rise to 750 by 2005.

The school’s mission is the pursuit of excellence by its students both in academic and
extracurricular fields. Prospective students are expected to show high academic potential
and proficiency in any sporting or musical activity is also looked for. Entrance to the College
is by an in house examination. Six scholarships are offered per year by the College in
academic, sporting and musical areas (2 in each). Details of these scholarships and the
entry procedure can be obtained from the Admissions Office.

Academic life at Halifax College is naturally geared towards students’ success in achieving
their High School Diploma. Halifax College offers all the usual core and elective subjects and
also offers a few unusual ones. See the prospectus for details.

The school is divided into three sub-schools:


Elementary Years 1 - 6
Part 1 Secondary Years 7 - 9
Part 2 Secondary Years 10 - 12
Each sub-school has its own administration and is headed by its own principal. The School
Council is the umbrella organization that administers the school as a whole.

As mentioned earlier, sports and music are considered very important at Halifax College. At
the College we have our own facilities for football, baseball, hockey and lacrosse. In addition
to these we have our own gymnasium, sports hall, indoor swimming pool, athletics track and
indoor and outdoor tennis courts. Students also have the opportunity to row at our boathouse
on the Iona River. Music is centred at our purpose-built music school which has facilities for
learning a variety of instruments and its own performance hall.

The future of our students is of the greatest importance to us here at Halifax College. To
cater for this the College has a Careers Office staffed by a full time careers officer. Students
can see the officer at any time to discuss their future careers and tertiary education options.
The College has a library with an enormous selection of information concerning further
education institutes in Canada and abroad. Various career lectures are organized through
out the school year and students can also book aptitude tests and mock university and job
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Questions 21 – 25
The reading passage on Halifax College has 6 paragraphs A – F.

From the list of headings below choose the most suitable headings for
paragraphs B – F.

Write the appropriate number (i – xi) in boxes 21 – 25 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use them all.

i Student Prospects

ii Study Choices at Halifax College

iii The Teaching and Study Staff

iv College Buildings

v School Structure

vi The History of Halifax College

vii Working at Halifax College

viii Special Circumstances

ix Extracurricular Activities

x Competition at Halifax College

xi Joining Halifax College

Example Answer

Paragraph A vi

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21 Paragraph B

22 Paragraph C

23 Paragraph D

24 Paragraph E

25 Paragraph F

Questions 26 - 28

Read the Information about Halifax College again. Using NO MORE THAN
THREE WORDS, answer the following questions. Write your answers in boxes 26
- 28 on your answer sheet.

26 What is the current school population?

27 How does the average student enter Halifax College?

28 Where can the students practise their skills in boats?

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SECTION 3 Questions 28 - 40

Read the following passage and answer Questions 28 – 40.

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia

The Interior of Australia is a sparsely populated and extreme environment and the delivery
of basic services has always been a problem. One of the most important of these services is
medical care. Before the inception of the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), serious illness
or accidents in the Inland often meant death. The RFDS was the first comprehensive aerial
organization in the world and to this day remains unique for the range of emergency services
that it provides.

The story of the Flying Doctor Service is forever linked with its founder, the Very Reverend John
Flynn. It is a story of achievement that gave courage to the pioneers of the outback. In 1911 the
Reverend John Flynn took up his appointment at Beltana Mission in the north of South Australia.
He began his missionary work at a time when only two doctors served an area of some 300 000
sq kms in the Northern Territory. In 1903 the first powered flight had taken place and by 1918
the aeroplane was beginning to improve itself as a means of transport. Radio, then very much in
its infancy, was also displaying its remarkable capability to link people thousands of miles apart.
Flynn saw the potential in these developments. The Service began in 1928 but it was not until
1942 that it was actually named the Flying Doctor Service and the Royal prefix was added in
1955.

In 1928 the dream of a flying doctor was at last a reality but Flynn and his supporters still faced
many problems in the months and years to come. The first year’s service was regarded as
experimental, but the experiment succeeded and almost miraculously the service survived the
Great Depression of the late 1920s and early 1930s. By 1932 the Australian Inland Mission
(AIM) had a network of ten little hospitals across the coverage area. A succession of doctors and
pilots followed and operations continued to expand over the next few years.

The Service suffered severe financial difficulties in its early years. Flynn and his associates
had to launch public appeals for donations. While some government financial aid was made
available on occasions in the early days, regular government subsidies only became an
established practice later on. Even today the Service continues to rely chiefly on money from
trusts, donations and public appeals for its annual budget and raising money remains an integral
part of the working day for the Service and its volunteers.

In 1922 Flynn began a campaign for funding to buy some aircraft for the AIM. The first flight, on
17th May 1928, was made using a De Havilland model DH50 aircraft. This plane, named
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“Victory”, went on to fly 110 000 miles in the service of the Flying Doctor until 1934 when it
was replaced with a DH83 Fox Moth. In 1928 flying was still in its early days. Pilots had no
navigational aids, no radio and only a compass and inadequate maps, if any. They navigated
by landmarks such as fences, rivers, dirt roads of just wheel tracks and telegraph lines. They
also flew in an open cockpit, fully exposed to the weather. Flights were normally made during
daylight hours although night flights were attempted in cases of extreme urgency. Fuel supplies
were also carried on flights until fuel dumps were established at certain strategic locations.
Nowadays twin engine craft, speed, pressurization, the ability to fly higher and further with
more space for crew and medical personnel have all improved patient care and safety
problems. There are hardly any places now that the RFDS cannot reach though safe landing at
the remote areas is another issue altogether. Many outstations now have some sort of airstrip
lighting but even now car headlights are sometimes used. Landings are therefore still often
made in hazardous circumstances on remote fields or roads and it is pilots who continue to be
responsible for determining if the flight can be safely undertaken.

In the early 1900s basic telephone and telegraphic links existed only near larger towns. Radio
communication was practically unknown and neighbours could be hundreds of miles away.
What was needed was a simple, portable, cheap, and reliable two-way radio, with its own
power source and with a range of 500 kms.
In 1928 Alf Traeger, an Adelaide engineer, invented the Pedal Radio and over the next 10 years
these were distributed around the stations and the operators were trained in Morse Code. Over
the years radio developed with new technology and of course now telephones have taken its
place. Whereas a few years ago, all calls for medical assistance were received by radio, today
this represents only about 2% of all such calls.

Over the years, the RFDS has developed to take along medical specialists, dentists and
various health related professionals. Sister Myra Blanche was the first nurse employed by the
RFDS in 1945 undertaking home nursing, immunizations, advising on prevention of illnesses
and, on occasion, filling in for the doctor. However, flight nurses as we know them were not
used by the Service on a regular basis until the 1960s. Today, based on the judgement of the
doctor authorizing the flight, up to 80% of medical evaluations are made with only the flight
nurse and pilot on board.
Source: Royal Flying Doctor Service

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Questions 29 - 34
The reading passage on the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia has 7
paragraphs A – G.

From the list of headings below choose the most suitable headings for paragraphs
B – G.

Write the appropriate number (i – xi) in boxes 29 – 34 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use them all.

i RFDS Hospitals

ii Funding

iii Communication Issues

iv Navigation Issues

v The Birth of an Idea

vi Aviation

vii Why the RFDS was Founded

viii The First Pilot

ix The Growth of the Service

x Doctors’ Assistants

xi Refueling Problems

Example Answer

Paragraph A vii

29 Paragraph B

30 Paragraph C

31 Paragraph D

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32 Paragraph E

33 Paragraph F

34 Paragraph G

Questions 35 – 40
Read the the article about the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia again
and look at the statements below.

In boxes 35 – 40 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

35 Test flights before 1928 proved that John Flynn’s ideas were possible.

36 The RFDS today gets most of its operational money from charities.

37 In the early years RFDS fliers had only compasses to help them find their way.

38 Today some landing areas still do not have proper lighting.

39 Telephones have now completely replaced radios for reporting emergencies to


the RFDS.

40 Quite a few RFDS flights today don’t even have a doctor on board.

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GENERAL TRAINING WRITING PRACTICE TEST 3

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

2 weeks ago you bought a radio from a local branch of a well known chain of
shops. It did not work properly. The shop took it back and said they would repair
it. You have waited a week and still it is not ready.

Write a letter to the shop complaining. Tell what has happened and how you feel.

Ask them to repair the radio very soon or supply you with a new radio.

You should write at least 150 words.

You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir,

WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

It is better for boys and girls to study separately rather than study in mixed sex
classes. They are less distracted and this leads to better results.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

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GENERAL TRAINING SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 3
Section 1

* Tell me about the job or studies that you are doing.


* Why did you choose this field?
* Do you think you will ever change this job or study? (Why/Why not?)

Topic 1 Schooldays

* What were the good parts and the bad parts about your schooldays?
* What was your favourite subject at school? (Why?)
* How did your school teach sports?
* How would you improve the school that you went to?

Topic 2 Rivers

* Describe a river in your country.


* What kinds of things are rivers used for in your country?
* Are there any pollution problems with rivers in your country? (What?)
* What kind of problems do people face if they live near a big river?

Section 2

Describe your favourite restaurant


You should say:
where the restaurant is and how you found it
what type of food it serves
how often you go there
and explain exactly why you like this restaurant so much.

Section 3

Topic 1 Fast Food

* Is fast food popular in your country? (Why?)


* Why has fast food become so popular over the last 30 years?
* Could you compare fast food with traditional meals?
* How can we stop young people eating so much fast food?

Topic 2 Food Problems

* What are some of the problems that some countries have with food production?
* Could you suggest any ways to solve these problems?
* What other problems can you predict happening in terms of food in the next 50
years?
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PRACTICE TEST 4

GENERAL TRAINING LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 4

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 10

Questions 1 - 5
Complete the form below.

Write NO MORE THAN ONE WORD OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Oakham Surgery
New Patient Form

Example Answer

NEW PATIENT’S ROAD Dawson Road

FULL NAME Mike (1) _________________________________

WIFE’S FIRST NAME Janet

CHILDRENS’ FIRST NAMES 1st (2) ________________________________


2nd
3rd
4th

ADDRESS 52 Dawson Road


(3) ______________________________________
Melbourne

HEALTH CARD NUMBER (4) ______________________________________

WIFE’S HEALTH CARD NUMBER will give later

PREFERRED DOCTOR SELECTED (5) ______________________________________

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Questions 6 - 10

Circle the correct letters A - C.

6 When is Mike’s wife’s first appointment?

A Friday 21st at 2.00pm.


B Friday 21st at 2.30pm.
C Friday 21st at 3.30pm.

7 What is the surgery’s phone number?

A 7253 9819
B 7253 9829
C 7523 9829

8 What is the name of the girl with whom Mike is speaking at the surgery?

A Rachel
B Elizabeth
C Angela

9 What’s the night doctor’s mobile number?

A 0506 759 3856


B 0506 759 3857
C 0506 758 3856

10 Which of the following does the surgery NOT make a charge for?

A Travel vaccinations
B Consultations
C Insurance reports

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SECTION 2 Questions 11 - 20

Questions 11 - 16
Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

Notes on Library

Joining You will need: A completed application form.


Library (11) _____________________________________________
(12) ____________________________________________
Two passport photos.

Opening Library 8am - 10pm (13) ___________________________________


Hours Reception 9am - 5pm (- 6.30 on (14) ___________________________)
(Mon - Sat; closed on Sundays)

Borrowing Undergraduates 4 books


Postgraduates (15) _________________________________ books
Borrowing for 2 weeks + (16) _________________________ renewals (in person)
No renewals over phone
Late return penalty: ₤2 per week

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Questions 17 - 20
Label the library layout below below.

Ground Floor
reception; (17) _______________________________
bathrooms; (18) _______________________________

First Floor
(19) _______________________ section

Second Floor
Science Section

(20) ___________________ Stack System

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SECTION 3 Questions 21 - 30

Questions 21 - 24

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

21 When will Simon begin writing his essay?

___________________________

22 According to Simon, what kind of problems did Jaguar have in the 1970s and 80s?

___________________________

23 What is the word limit for the essay?

___________________________

24 What is the preferable method for handing in the essay?

___________________________

Questions 25 - 27
Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS for each answer.

25 Jennifer wants to write about how _______________ are used by supermarkets.

26 Jennifer found some publications in the library _______________ to help her analysis.

27 The tutor warned Jennifer about _______________ in her work.

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Questions 28 - 30
Complete the tutor’s summary notes on Melanie below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

Notes on Student Essays

Student Melanie needs an (28) _______________ as she has been

unwell with the flu. She will get a (29) _______________ from the

doctor. She’s going to write about (30) _______________ in the UK

and their effect on housing trends. She should be on track with the

essay by the end of the weekend.

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SECTION 4 Questions 31 - 40

Questions 31 - 33

Choose the correct letters A - C.

31 The Pacific is more prone to tsunami because...

A it has many faults.


B its faults undergo subduction.
C its tectonic plates are bigger than elswhere.

32 The biggest tsunami are usually created by...

A undersea volcanic eruptions.


B undersea earthquakes.
C undersea landslides.

33 Tsunami are difficult to detect in deep water because of...

A their wavelength.
B their high speed.
C their wave rate.

Questions 34 and 35

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.

List the two ways which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has set up to
detect tsunami.

34 _____________________________________________________

35 _____________________________________________________

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Questions 36 - 40

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

TSUNAMI EXAMPLES

When Happened Cause Deaths Caused Wave Height


1992 (36) _____________ none 3 feet
_________________
1992 Underwater none (37) _____________
earthquake
1998 (38) _____________ 1200 23 feet
_________________
1998 Underwater 3000 40 feet
volcanic eruption
1896 Underwater (39) _____________ 35 feet
earthquake
8000 years ago Underwater (40) _____________ 30 feet
landslide

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GENERAL TRAINING READING PRACTICE TEST 4

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 13

Questions 1 – 6

There are 5 advertisements on the next page.

Answer the questions below by writing the letters of the appropriate advertisement
in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet. Your answer may require more than one
letter.

Example Which TWO advertisements offer classes in London?

Answer B

1 Which advertisement offers a flexible timetable?

2 Which advertisement is NOT for English tuition?

3 Which advertisement offers a school that has specialized its product?

4 Which advertisement boasts the newest school?

5 Which advertisement offers organized activities out of school hours?

6 Which advertisement says that you can visit and look around?

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A B
QUEEN’S SCHOOL OF International English
ENGLISH
Established 1975 Located in Central London,
International English has been meeting
• general English students’ English language needs for 15
• business English years. We can provide the right service
• English for tourism whatever your English requirements.
• various exam courses
• help with housing Contact us on (00 44) 020 4732 9643
• recreation program Write to: International English,
13 Whitechapel Avenue. London. SW4
Contact us on 00 44 1202 395 132 or
www.thequeensenglish.com

Queen’s School, 12 Hintly Road.


Bournemouth. UK

C
James Wilson MA 25 years of English teaching experience Residential English Tuition

Why waste your money on large classes in a school that doesn’t care? Come and live in
London and study with James Wilson. You’ll get 100% individual attention and 24 hour care
from a family that does care. Content and hours are wholly at your own choosing. Why
not check my website at www.jameswilson.com or call 00 44 20 2740 8535 and ask for a
brochure.

D
BATEMAN’S E
UNIVERSITY SMITHSON’S ENGLISH
PREPARATION LANGUAGE BOOKSHOP
COLLEGE We are stockists of all English language
textbooks (for native & foreign language
With the huge number of foreign students speakers), grammar books, dictionaries, English
studying at the UK’s universities and colleges,
language computer software, graded readers and
we at Bateman’s recognized 10 years ago the
need to provide a specialized institute that a host of other study aids. Why not drop in some
provides English wholly aimed at supporting time and browse or check what we have on the
your study here in the UK. We can offer short net.
and long courses that will get you to the level
that you need.
45 Hunt Street, Southampton. Hants
Find out about us on our website
www.batemans.com or contact us for a Tel: 01233 734 628
brochure:
www.smithsonsbooks.com
Bateman’s College,
14 Worthing Road, Littlehampton
West Sussex

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Questions 7 - 10

Read the Product Information Leaflet for the Marchmain Copper kettle on the next
page. Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the following questions.
Write your answers in boxes 7 – 10 on your answer sheet.

7 What can you use to clean stubborn tarnish and staining if your kettle doesn’t have
a chrome finish?

8 What can using hard water cause in your kettle?

9 What causes a rattle in the kettle when you pour water?

10 Give ONE example of things that will invalidate the warranty?

Questions 11 - 13

Read the Product Information Leaflet for the Marchmain Copper kettle again. Look
at the statements below (questions 11 - 13)

In boxes 11 -13 of your answer sheet write:

DO if the product information leaflet advises that you do it

DON’T if the product information leaflet advises that you do not do it

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the product information


leaflet

11 Before you use water from the kettle for the first time, fill it, boil it and pour the
water away.

12 If your kettle is discoloured after use, send it to the manufacturer for cleaning.

13 It’s best to leave the kettle on a wooden surface after boiling.

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The Marchmain Kettle - The Traditional English Copper Kettle

Made from the finest solid copper, brass and pure tin, this newly designed kettle is now
available worldwide. We are confident that you will not find a better kettle. By following the
simple instructions closely, your Marchmain kettle will serve you efficiently for many years and
of course, enhance your kitchen every day with quality rarely found in today’s marketplace.
It must be remembered that your Marchmain kettle will require regular cleaning to remove
tarnish and water staining which will appear on a daily basis during use (not applicable to
chrome finishes which require only an occasional wipe with damp cloth and light “buff up” with
a dry one). This is normal and we would therefore recommend regular cleaning to prevent a
build up of stubborn staining, but even this can be removed with our copper polish.

DOS

* DO – clean the inside of your kettle thoroughly, fill to level with water, boil and discard
before initial use.
* DO – regularly clean your kettle to prevent severe tarnishing (not applicable to chrome
finishes – see above).
* DO – remove scale from your kettle as necessary if you live in a “hard water” area.
* DO – place your kettle centrally over the burner, and use the low gas setting (Models
3, 4 & 4mw only).

DON’TS

* DON’T – fill the kettle with water above the center seam, which is clearly visible
through the lid aperture (dome versions – just below the spout).
* DON’T – use abrasive cleaners, which may harm the exterior or interior finish of your
kettle.
* DON’T – use “Wire Ball” type de-scaler products which will damage the pure tin or
nickel plated lining of your kettle.
* DON’T – Place “off centre” to the burner, or use more than a low gas setting (models
3, 3mw, 4 & 4mw only).
* DON’T – put the kettle to boil with little or no water inside, this action could render the
kettle unsafe.
* DON’T – throw your receipt away; you will need it in the unlikely event of needing to
return your kettle.
* DON’T return your kettle for tarnish or discolouration as this can almost certainly be
removed with copper polish.

POINTS TO NOTE

Marchmain kettles are entirely hand-made. Therefore no two are exactly alike and finishes
may vary depending on the piece of copper used to create your kettle. Any minor blemish in
finish can be regarded as an individual characteristic, which does not detract from the beauty
or affect the function of your kettle.

All models have a patented whistling device built into them. Part of this device is a ball and
valve assembly inside the spout. The ball should always be free and you will hear this move
when you raise the kettle to pour. This “rattle” is normal and does not represent a fault. If
you do not hear this “rattle”, a gentle shake when the kettle is cold will usually restore the
movement. Always be sure the lid is fitted firmly into its place before use.
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IMPORTANT

In the event of rotation or looseness in the handle, the holding nuts must be re-tightened.

WARRANTY/GUARANTEE

Marchmain Copperware guarantee this kettle for a period of twelve months from the date of
purchase on your receipt, against any problem arising out of faulty material, workmanship
or manufacture. Marchmain Copperware will repair or replace at their discretion, upon
inspection, any kettle found to be faulty in any way (not including failure brought about by
neglect or misuse). This guarantee does not affect your statutory rights.

PLEASE NOTE

Some characteristics of Marchmain kettles, varying factors of use and the effects of “hard
water” areas, can sometimes lead to symptoms which may affect the kettles’ performance
but do not represent a fault.
Source: Simplex Kettles

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SECTION 2 Questions 14 – 28
Questions 14 - 16

Read the First Aid instructions regarding bleeding on the following page.
According to the text, which THREE of the following are true symptoms of internal
bleeding?

Choose THREE letters (A - G) and write them in boxes 14 - 16 on your answer


sheet. The order of your answers does not matter.

A a headache

B a desire to drink

C a lack of strength

D half closed eyes

E pain in the heart area

F a sick feeling

G flushed skin

Questions 17 – 20
Look again at the First Aid instructions regarding bleeding on the following page
and the statements (questions 17 – 20) below:

In boxes 17 – 20 on your answer sheet write:

TRUE if the statement is true

FALSE if the statement is false

NOT GIVEN if the information is not given in the passage

17 If someone has a bad cut on their arm, lift the arm up above the rest of the body.

18 Tourniquets can be very dangerous.

19 You cannot see any physical signs of internal bleeding.

20 It’s important for people suffering internal bleeding to drink a lot of water.
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FIRST AID
Bleeding

External Bleeding

1 Apply direct pressure. Place a clean, folded cloth over the injured area and firmly
apply pressure. If blood soaks through, do not remove it. Instead, cover that cloth
with another one and continue to apply pressure to the wound for 7 – 10 minutes.
If the bleeding is from the ear, place a clean bandage over the ear, lay the victim
on his side, and allow the blood to drain out of the bandage.
2 Elevate the injury. Position the wounded part of the body above the level of the
heart if possible while you apply direct pressure.
3 Know the pressure points. If direct pressure and elevation do not sufficiently
slow the blood flow, find a pressure point. Large arteries found close to the skin’s
surface supply blood to the head and to each arm and leg. The most common
pressure points used during first aid are located in the upper arms and in the
creases above the upper legs. Apply pressure to the closest pressure point to the
wound so that the artery is pressed between your fingers and bone directly behind
the artery. If using the pressure point on a leg, you may need to use the heel of
your hand instead of your finger.
4 Resort to a tourniquet. On very rare occasions everything above may fail. To
prevent the victim from dying, you should apply a tourniquet. Once a tourniquet is
applied, it should not be loosened or removed until the victim has reached medical
help. Use a tourniquet ONLY if everything listed above has failed. If you use a
tourniquet, write down somewhere on the victim the time it was applied, so medical
personnel will know how long it has been in place.

Internal Bleeding

Internal bleeding results when blood vessels rupture allowing blood to leak into body
cavities. It could be a result of a direct blow to the body, a fracture, a sprain, or a bleeding
ulcer. If a victim receives an injury to the chest or abdomen, internal bleeding should be
suspected. He will probably feel pain and tenderness in the affected area.

Other symptoms and signs to watch for:


* cold clammy skin * pale face and lips
* weakness or fainting * dizziness
* nausea * thirstiness
* rapid, weak, irregular pulse * shortness of breath
* dilated pupils * swelling or bruising at the site of
the injury
The more symptoms that are experienced, the more extensive the internal bleeding.

What to do for the Victim

1 Check for an open airway and begin rescue breathing if necessary.


2 Call for medical help as soon as possible and keep the victim comfortable until help
arrives.
NB The victim may rinse his mouth with water, but DO NOT give a victim of internal
bleeding anything to drink.
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Questions 21 - 25
Read the Information Notice concerning Preparation Courses for students at the
Westley Business School. Using NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS, answer the
following questions. Write your answers in boxes 21 – 25 on your answer sheet.

21 Which course is mostly without a teacher?

22 On which course can you NOT pre-book a place?

23 How many hours does Course 1 take?

24 How many places are there every week for students who want to study
computers?

25 Which course takes place only on one day in a specified week?

Questions 26 - 28

Do the following statements agree with the views of the writer of the Information
Notice concerning Preparation Courses for students at the Westley Business
School?

In Boxes 26 - 28 write:

YES if the statement agrees with the writer

NO if the statement doesn’t agree with the writer

NOT GIVEN if it is impossible to say what the writer thinks about this

26 Students registered at Westley Business College don’t have to pay for the
preparation course.

27 Most students at Westley Business School are older than the average college
student.

28 All taught courses are held in the Westley Business School main building.

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Westley Business School
Preparation Courses for Students

80% of the students who take our courses are mature students who have not done any formal
study for several years. Many of the courses at the Westley Business School require a good
knowledge of various skills. If you feel you need some extra preparation before your course,
look below and see if any of our preparation courses suit your needs. All courses take place in
August, and for enrolled students all the courses listed below are free.

Course 1 STATISTICS

A grounding in statistics is a must for any prospective business student. This is a one week
course (Mon - Fri) consisting of one lecture every night. The tutor will ensure that by the end
of the course, you will have had a thorough introduction to all the statistical skills that you will
need to start your course at Westley Business School. Each lecture runs from 6pm to 9pm.

Course 2 ESSAY WRITING

This is a self-study pack containing guidance, practice and tests. At the end of the course
(it should take about 10 hours of self-study) you will receive a 1 hour tutorial with the essay
writing tutor who will go over your work with you.

Course 3 BASIC MATHS

This is a one-off lecture of 3 hours aimed at reviewing all the basic maths that you will vaguely
remember from school! This course is run on a “first come, first served” basis and there are
only 20 places (every Monday in August from 5.45pm - 8.45pm) so don’t be late.

Course 4 COMPUTING

This 2 week course (Mon - Fri 6.30pm - 8.30pm) will give students all the basic computer
skills that they will need for their courses at Westley Business School. There are two courses
running concurrently with only 10 PLACES in each so book early!

NB UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, YOU MUST BOOK IN ADVANCE FOR THESE


COURSES AT THE MAIN WESTLEY BUSINESS SCHOOL RECEPTION

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SECTION 3 Questions 29 - 40
Read the following passage and answer Questions 29 – 40.

The Saltwater Crocodiles of Australia


A

What’s the world’s largest reptile? It’s a saltwater crocodile. Crocodiles have been on this
planet for tens of millions of years - far longer than us! Many animals are unfairly feared through
ignorance as a danger to humans but the saltwater crocodiles wholly deserve the fear and
the respect given to them by people living near them. The large saltwater crocodile has taken
the lives of many unsuspecting men, women, children, their pets and livestock. By maturity
saltwater crocs can reach between 20 and 23 feet. An average length for full grown males is
about 17 feet and females rarely exceed 10 feet.

The saltwater crocodiles are native to many estuarine Indo Pacific regions and for this reason
they are often known as Estuarine Crocodiles. They range from China all the way through
Australia and up into the Indian Ocean. The saltwater crocodile is found along Australia’s
northern coast and up to 200km inland. As the name suggests these crocodiles are mainly
found in estuaries where tidal rivers meet the sea. This watery habitat is often mangrove
lined. They can also be sometimes found in the open sea or inland in freshwater swamps and
billabongs. Saltwater crocs are usually found though in brackish waters where the seawater
meets freshwater.

Saltwater crocs hunt by waiting close to the water’s edge and pounce upon their victims in
the blink of an eye. The usual prey of younger crocs is smaller animals such as fishes and
crustaceans. Adults can also attack and eat larger animals by overpowering them and then
drowning them. After the prey is dead, the croc will break up the prey into smaller pieces by
violent flicking of the head to snap or break bones or twisting and rolling the body. Larger crocs
will also take carrion (dead animals) if hungry.

Nesting takes place in freshwater areas in the wet season (Between November and March)
after the males fight for the females. Raised nests are constructed and into these nests
between 25 and 90 eggs will be deposited. Females will remain near the nests and the eggs
take about 90 days to hatch. Males will be produced if the temperature remains at 31.6
degrees Celsius. Temperatures above or below that will result in females. When the female
hears the young begin to hatch, she will assist them in emerging and carry them in her mouth
to the water. Probably less then 1% of these hatchlings will reach adulthood.

In the post World War Two era many northern pioneers hunted the saltwater crocodile for its
skin. Hunters combed the rivers and their tributaries, indiscriminately shooting the saltwater
and freshwater crocodiles. Hides were sold wet salted to Europe. It is estimated that 270, 000
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saltwater crocodile hides plus 200 to 300, 000 freshwater crocodile hides were exported in the
15 years prior to 1972. The days of hunting slowly died as the hunters recognized that they
had shot their way out of the market. There were so few crocodiles remaining in the late 60s
that the hunters couldn’t make a living. This unsustainable harvest was brought to a halt by the
Western Australian government in 1969. In 1971 the Northern Territory Government granted
the Saltwater crocodile total protection and Queensland followed suit in 1974.

Over the next decade the crocodile populations made a remarkable comeback. Protection plus
a nucleus of very wary but healthy breeding stock deep in inaccessible breeding grounds led
to a crocodile revival. In the late 70s crocodile sightings became more common. After several
well-publicised crocodile attacks fears that a growing crocodile population would interfere with
and inhibit a growing human population led to a more proactive form of crocodile conservation
in the Northern Territory. A major public education campaign was undertaken, to prevent
people’s actions once again threatening one of the Northern Territory’s most valuable natural
resources.

Crocodile farming licences were issued with the intention that young crocodiles harvested
from the wild could be commercially utilized and the farms could provide a home for any
larger animals threatening populations. Darwin Crocodile farm was first licensed in 1981, and
provided a major public education facility in the form of a new and exciting tourist attraction,
whilst being able to commercially utilize the crocodiles for their skins. Provisions were made
for juveniles to be released if populations in the wild became threatened. Sustainable and
successful breeding from the nucleus of problem crocodiles supplied to the farm has now
led to the farm being able to selectively choose its own breeding stock. Monitoring of growth
rates and temperaments of animals set aside for breeding is the basis of the selection of
mature animals to be used in the farm’s breeding programme. Any male that shows excessive
aggression towards other crocodiles, especially females, is removed from the breeding
programme. Some may be used as single display males, but animals with excellent skin quality
are now culled for their skins and heads.
Source: Crocodile farms NY PTY Ltd

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Questions 29 - 34
The reading passage on The Saltwater Crocodiles of Australia has 7 paragraphs
(A – G).

From the list of headings below choose the most suitable headings for
paragraphs B – G.

Write the appropriate number (i – xi) in boxes 29 – 34 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use them all.
Example Answer

Paragraph A vi

i Crocodile Exploitation in Australia’s North

ii Crocodile Attacks

iii Habitat

iv Crocodile Farming

v The Biggest Reptile in the World

vi A Fearsome Beast

vii Crocodiles and Tourism

viii Breeding

ix Feeding

x Dangers for Young Crocodiles

xi Stocks Recovery

29 Paragraph B

30 Paragraph C

31 Paragraph D

32 Paragraph E

33 Paragraph F

34 Paragraph G

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Questions 35 - 40
Below you will find a summary of paragraphs E, F and G. Complete the
summary using words from the box below the summary and write them in
boxes 35 – 40 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more words than spaces, so you will not use them at all.

Example Answer

The value of saltwater crocodile (eg) ______ led hides


to a massive...

The value of saltwater crocodile (eg) ______ led to a massive increase in (35) ______ after
the Second World war and by the early 1970s there were very few left. Finally the local

state governments arrested the (36) ______ in numbers by making the saltwater crocodile

a protected species. Within ten years stocks of crocodiles almost entirely recovered in spite

of worries that the (37) ______ human and crocodile populations were not (38) ______.

Crocodile farms were set up from 1981 for the purposes of breeding, education, tourism,

commerce (selling the skins) and finding a home for crocodiles (39) ______ humans in the

wild. Now if there is a danger to the crocodile populations in the wild, there are plenty of

(40) ______ crocodiles that can be released to replenish stocks.

threatening rise compatible equal

living educating average hunting

expanding young conservation decline

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GENERAL TRAINING WRITING PRACTICE TEST 4

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You are going to study in a college in the UK next year. You would like to stay in a
college Hall of Residence.

Write a letter to the college giving your accommodation requirements. You should
outline what your room and food needs are and also ask what alternatives are
available if they cannot provide what you want.

You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir,

WRITING TASK 2

You should spend about 40 minutes on this task.

It is very clear now that English should be the primary foreign language taught in
all schools around the world. Learning a different foreign language before English
is, in today’s world, a waste of time.

Do you agree or disagree with this statement?

You should write at least 250 words.

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GENERAL TRAINING SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 4
Section 1

* Describe the house or flat/apartment in which you live at the moment.


* Do you think it is better to live in a house or a flat/apartment?
* What are the advantages and disadvantages of having a garden?

Topic 1 Parks

* Do you visit parks? (Why/Why not?)


* Do you think parks are important for towns and cities? (Why/Why not?)
* Do you think that parks should be free or that people should pay to use them?
* What are some of the disadvantages of parks in a town or city?

Topic 2 Free Time

* Do you have much free time in your life? (Why/Why not?)


* What do you like doing in your free time?
* What free time activities do you particularly dislike?
* How much free time do you think a person should have every day?

Section 2

Describe one of your good friends


You should say
where you met
what this person does
what things you do together
and why you particularly like this person

Section 3

Topic 1 Family and Friends

* Do you prefer spending time with your family or with your friends? (Why?)
* Can you compare the activities that you do with your friends and your family?
* Do you think it is important for your family and friends to like each other?
* Can you compare the relationships that you have with friends and the ones you have
with family?

Topic 2 Living with Friends

* Do you live alone, with friends or with family? (Why?)


* What are some of the advantages of living with friends?
* What are some of the disadvantages of living with friends?
* What are some of things that can break a friendship?

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PRACTICE TEST 5

GENERAL TRAINING LISTENING PRACTICE TEST 5

SECTION 1 Questions 1 - 10

Questions 1 - 5
Complete the form below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR SOME NUMBERS for each answer.

BUS PASS APPLICATION FORM

Example Answer

PASS APPLIED FOR 1 month

NAME Nathalie (1) ______________________________

ADDRESS 45 (2) ___________________________________


Newlands
Adelaide

POSTCODE (3) _____________________________________

DATE OF BIRTH (4) 13th May 1982

TEL NUMBER (4) _____________________________

UNIVERSITY CARD SHOWN Yes

ZONES REQUIRED (5) _____________________________________

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Questions 6 - 10

Complete the notes below.

Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS OR SOME NUMBERS for each answer.

Adelaide Day Trips on the Bus

1 The MacDonald Nature Park

Outward Journey Leaves 8.00am


Length of Journey 2 hours
Return Journey Leaves (6) ______________________________________
Things to do/see Walk nature trails + MacDonald River
Bring A camera

2 Pearl Bay

Outward Journey Leaves 9.00am


Length of Journey (7) ______________________________________
Return Journey Leaves 4.00pm
Things to do/see Walk along (8) _____________________ + see view
Lie on the beach + swim
Bring Swimming gear + a towel

3 The Huron Gold Mine

Outward Journey Leaves 9.30am


Length of Journey Half an hour
Return Journey Leaves (9) ______________________________________
Things to do/see Go round the museum and tunnels
Find some gold!!
Bring (10) ______________________________________

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SECTION 2 Questions 11 - 20

Questions 11 - 16

Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS OR A NUMBER for each answer.

11 The highest point of the bridge is 134m above __________________________________.

12 The two pairs of pylons are made of __________________________________.

13 _______________________________% of the steel for making the bridge came from


the UK.

14 800 families from __________________________________ homes were moved without


compensation to accomodate the construction of the approaches to the bridge.

15 People _________________________________ was the main cause of death of workers


while constructing the bridge.

16 Three __________________________________ were made to mark the opening of the


bridge. One is worth several hundred dollars today.

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Questions 17 - 20

Which FOUR of the following facts are NOT true about the Sydney Harbour
Bridge today?

Choose FOUR letters (A - J) and write them in boxes 17 - 20 on your answer


sheet.

A There are no more trams crossing the bridge.

B There are eight traffic lanes on the bridge.

C Trains still cross the bridge.

D People are allowed to walk across the bridge.

E Buses are allowed to cross the bridge.

F The Harbour Tunnel has not helped traffic congestion on the bridge.

G More than 182 000 vehicles cross the bridge daily.

H Horses can no longer cross the bridge.

I Bicycles are not allowed to cross the bridge.

J To go back and forward across the bridge costs $6.

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SECTION 3 Questions 21 - 30

Questions 21 - 27
Complete the sentences below.

Write NO MORE THAN 3 WORDS for each answer.

21 While waiting for Phil, Mel and Laura were ____________________________________.

22 A telephone survey was rejected because it would be ____________________________.

23 A mail survey was rejected because it would ___________________________________.

24 The best number of people to survey would be _________________________________.

25 If their survey only included 100 people, it would not be __________________________.

26 The number of people that Laura, Phil and Mel agree to survey was ________________.

27 The number of questions in the survey was agreed to be _________________________.

Questions 28 - 30

Circle THREE letters A - G.

What are the three locations that Laura, Phil and Mel chose for their survey?

A The town square

B The train station

C The university cafeteria

D Dobbins department store

E The corner of the High Street and College Road

F The bus station

G The corner of the High Street and Wilkins Road

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SECTION 4 Questions 31 - 40

Questions 31 - 34

Complete the table below by matching the individual with their role (questions 31
- 34) in the lecture on the coelacanth.

Write the approprate letters (A - F) on your answer sheet.

NB There are more roles than individuals so you will not need to use them all.

INDIVIDUAL ROLE
Dr. J.L.B. Smith (31) _____________________
Marjorie Courtney-Latimer (32) _____________________
Dr. Mark Erdmann (33) _____________________
Captain Goosen (34) _____________________

ROLES

A Paid fishermen for unidentified finds.

B Caught a strange looking fish.

C Contacted scientists in Indonesia.

D Photographed a coelacanth seen by accident.

E First recognised the coelacanth for what it was.

F Bought a specimen of a coelacanth in a market.

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Questions 35 - 40

Choose the correct letters A - C.

35 The coelacanth was...

A well known to Indonesian fishermen.


B unknown to Indonesian fishermen.
C a first in the market.

36 The only difference between the Comoros coelacanth and the Sulawesi coelacanth is...

A their intercranial joint.


B their paired fins.
C their colour.

37 Coelacanths seemed to have their greatest population...

A 360 million years ago.


B 240 million years ago.
C 80 million years ago.

38 Modern coelacanths probably left no fossilised remains over the past 80 million years
because...

A of too much clay sediment.


B conditions where they lived were not favourable for fossilisation.
C volcanoes are needed for fossilisation.

39 Scientists had a better understanding of the coelacanth after 1991 because...

A the French government had previously limited study on the Comoros


coelacanth.
B the Comoros were far away and difficult to reach.
C the Comoros opened an airport.

40 On the 1991 expedition, scientist studied the coelacanth...

A only from fishermen’s specimens.


B through the windows of their submarine.
C from diving down.

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GENERAL TRAINING READING PRACTICE TEST 5

SECTION 1 Questions 1 – 12

Questions 1 – 6
On the following page are 5 advertisements for Hall of Residence accommodation
at the University of Westley. Read the requirements for 6 students below
(questions 1 - 6) and then choose the Hall (A - E) that best meets their
requirements.

Answer the questions below by writing the letters of the appropriate


advertisements in boxes 1 – 6 on your answer sheet.

Example You are a first year girl who is worried about her safety.

Answer D

1 You are a male first year student who wants a single room, close to the University
and with laundry services in the Hall.

2 You are a male, second year student who wants a single room and to cook your
own meals. You want to be close to the University.

3 You are a first year girl who wants to share with another girl.

4 You are a first year girl who wants meals provided but you want to be able to cook
sometimes too.

5 You are a male student who would like to share with another student for your first
year.

6 You are a student with a late night job in the town centre so you want to live close
to the town centre.

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Below you can find the Hall of Residence accommodation possibilities that Westley University
offers its students. Gwyn House, Plas Hall and Rath Place are all situated on the Hawley Site
which is only a 7 minute walk from the University. Read through and decide which hall would
suit you best.

A GWYN HOUSE B RATH PLACE


(first year students only)
Male only single or double
* single rooms rooms. Fully catered and
* all rooms en suite laundry services available at
* full board a modest fee.
* mixed sex
* shared kitchens
* TV and video room
* reasonably priced

C PLAS HALL

Plas Hall provides single rooms D


for mixed sex students. It is
self-catering and kitchens and PIMMS HALL
bathrooms are all shared.
There are no amenities but on Situated only 5 minutes walk from the
the Hawley site you can find University, Pimms Hall offers women only
everything you need such as single or shared ensuite rooms with full
TV and laundry services. catering and laundry supplied. With women
only, security is taken very seriously and there
is 24 hour security controlling the hall. As there
is full board, there are no student kitchens.

E MARY’S LODGE

This hall is situated on a hill overlooking the University and the town. It is self-
catering accommodation and offers single rooms with shared bathrooms and
kitchens. There are no buses but it is very close to the town centre so walking there
is no problem but to the University site takes a good 25 minutes.

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Questions 7 - 10
Read the Instructions for Use leaflet about the Cleanex Washing Machine below
and then look at the questions following it.

The Cleanex Washing Machine


Instructions for Using your Washer

Preparing Your Laundry

Divide your laundry by fabric and colour fastness. Wash white and coloured items separately.
Remember to empty any pockets, removing especially those small items like coins, paper,
pins and badges that might jam the pump. Fasten or remove loose buttons and fasten
zippers. Turn shirts inside out for better results.

Check Wash Labels

Garments and laundry generally have wash instruction labels inside the garment (which may
tell you if they should be dry-cleaned, hand washed or machine washed) showing the wash
temperature, how to iron etc... Important: fabrics should only be machine washed if their
labels show the appropriate symbol.

Alternate Items

For best results we recommend you alternate small and large items and, when you load your
washer, remember to spread them out. Never overload your washing machine.

Detergents and Fabric Softeners

Open the dispenser marked C by pulling it outwards. Fill with detergent and conditioner using
the quantities indicated by the manufacturer on the packet according to the load you are
washing, the water hardness and how soiled your laundry is. As you become more familiar
with your washer, you will regulate the quantities according to your own personal experience.
In the detergent dispenser, there are 3 compartments. Compartment 1 is for prewash cycle
detergent, compartment 2 is for wash cycle detergent and compartment 3 is for fabric
softener. Never fill compartment 3 above the grid.
Use compartment 2 for liquid detergent, filling the compartment just before you start the
washer. Remember that liquid detergent is ideal for wash cycles with temperatures up to
60°C and for the programmes with no prewash cycles.
Dispensers for liquid and powder detergents which are placed inside the drum of the washer,
are sold on the market. To improve the effectiveness of the washing cycle, we recommend
that you insert a detergent dispenser in the drum before loading.
Do not use hand washing detergents since these produce very heavy suds.
When using cold wash cycles, remember to reduce the detergent dosage.
Source: Merloni Elettrodomestici

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According to the Instructions for Use leaflet about the Cleanex Washing
Machine, answer the following questions (7 - 10) choosing the appropriate
letters A - D. Write your answers in boxes 7 - 10 on your answer sheet.

7 You must remove small items from the pockets or clothing or...

A they could be lost.


B they could affect the colours of the wash.
C they could break the action of the washing machine pump.
D they could make holes in the clothing.

8 The washing label on a fabric garment will indicate machine washing by...

A writing on it.
B displaying a particular symbol on it.
C being of a particular colour.
D being inside the garment.

9 When you have used the washing machine for a long time, you will know how much
detergent to use because of...

A your experience.
B the manufacturers indications.
C the hardness of the water.
D how dirty your laundry is.

10 The best way to use detergent is to...

A never overload the machine.


B use with temperatures up to 60°C.
C use a prewash cycle.
D put it in a dispenser in the drum before putting the laundry in.

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Questions 11 and 12
Now read the advertisement for Quick Kill below and answer the questions that
follow.

QUICK KILL Bug Infestations???

If you are suffering from infestations of ants, wasps, hornets or any other creepy
crawly that you want out of the house, here is the answer. Quick Kill is a low allergic,
odourless insecticide. It has been developed with highly purified ingredients to provide the
effectiveness that you need without the harsh smell. Quick Kill is deadly to all insects that
you might find around you. Coming with a sample powder packet to test out, there is no
better time to try out this new and effective answer to infestation.
ONLY $4.99
Quick Kill - Now only the insects know that you have sprayed!

Complete the following statements (Questions 11 and 12) with words taken
from the Quick Kill advertisement.
Write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 11 and 12 on your answer sheet.

11 Nobody can tell when you have sprayed Quick Kill because it is _______________.

12 The price for Quick Kill includes a _______________.

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SECTION 2 Questions 13 – 28

Questions 13 - 19

On the following page read the Information Guide from WestTel Communications
listing 7 convenient methods (A - G) to pay your phone bill.

Answer questions 13 – 19 below by writing the appropriate letter (A - G) to


indicate which method would best answer the questions. Write your answers in
boxes 13 - 19 on your answer sheet.

13 Which method stresses that there is no waiting around?

14 Which method requires just one form to be completed to have all your WestTel bills paid
every month?

15 With which TWO methods can you use the internet to pay?

16 For which THREE methods can you use a bank to pay?

17 For which method must you visit the WestTel offices in person?

18 Which method will soon be expanded?

19 For which method can you only use a cheque for payment?

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WESTTEL COMMUNICATIONS
7 CONVENIENT WAYS TO PAY YOUR PHONE BILLS

A Online Payment at WestTel.com

Pay from the convenience of your home or office - anytime you want! Just log onto
WestTel.com and pay all your bills through a fast, reliable and secure online payment
system.

B Automatic Cash Payment Machine

Just walk up to one of the automatic cash payment machines at WestTel offices and other
strategic locations around town and pay your bills on the spot - no queues, no hassles. New
machines are planned at other convenient locations.

C Payment via Telebanking and teller Machines

Pay our WestTel bills using telebanking, public teller machines or online at any major high
street bank.

D Payment by Ordinary Mail

Just send a cheque for the total amount of your phone bill by ordinary mail to the Account
manager of your local WestTel branch, making the process easy as you don’t have to visit
the branch. Send only cheques - no drafts or cash please.

E Payment by Cash, Cheques and Credit Cards

Pay all your WestTel bills by cash, cheque or credit card at your nearest WestTel office. All
major credit cards are accepted. Cheques can also be dropped off into specially marked
boxes located in our lobbies.

F Cash Payment at Bank Counters

Just walk into any major high street bank and pay all your telephone bills by cash or at the
counter.

G Direct Debit

Bank customers can pay their WestTel bills simply by opting for the direct debit facility with
their bank. Only one application form for this facility needs to be filled out and submitted
at the bank branch where you maintain an account. The amount due to WestTel is then
deducted directly from your account each month.

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Questions 20 - 27
Look at the Information sheet concerning courses offered at the Westley
Centre for Adult Education on the following two pages and look at the
questions below. Answer the questions by selecting the appropriate letter
(A - F).

Write:

A if the question refers to Marketing for your Small Business

B if the question refers to Cooking

C if the question refers to Dance

D if the question refers to Wine Tasting

E if the question refers to Languages

F if the question refers to Beginning Piano

G if the question refers to Introduction to Photography

Your answer may require more than one letter.

20 For which TWO courses will you have to pay extra for materials?

21 For which course must you be a beginner?

22 Which course specifies specific clothing to be worn?

23 For which TWO courses do you need some of your own equipment (not clothing)?

24 Which course will not wholly take place at the WCAE?

25 In which course will you learn things from other students?

26 For which course will you need to practise at home?

27 For which course do two people often register together?

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Courses at The Westley Centre for Adult Education
Whether it’s belly dancing, wine tasting, starting a business or fishing, the WCAE offers more
than 100 courses that will improve your quality of life in more ways than one. Below there is
a selection of some of the courses that we have on offer. Have a look and see if you find a
course that might interest you. Check our website for the full list of courses on offer and tuition
fees. All classes take place at the Centre unless specified.

Marketing for your Small Business

If you are a practicing entrepreneur or thinking about starting your own business, this is a
practical course on how to adapt traditional marketing tools to various situations in small
enterprises. Learn a general framework for developing entrepreneurial marketing. “Lessons
learned” by other participants are shared to better understand marketing within the context
of small business enterprises. Get a sense of the marketing competencies required for
entrepreneurs and how to develop an entrepreneurial marketing plan.

Cooking

Dinner doesn’t have to involve a great time commitment and a kitchen stocked with many
ingredients. Learn the fundamentals of the five basic cooking methods - sautéing, steaming,
roasting, braising, and pan-frying - and expand your culinary creativity and save time in the
kitchen. Master the five cooking principles, and get recipes utilizing these techniques. Also,
discuss with the teacher how to use an ingredient in more than one recipe and see how the
five recipes translate into dinners for the five workdays. Practice your newly mastered skills
in our kitchens and so become more comfortable in your kitchen. The tuition includes a
materials fee for food. (Demonstration and participation.)

Dance

Salsa is the hot, hot, hottest of the Latin American dances! Characterized by explosive
movements, its beat is lively and sensuous and makes you want to get up and move. Come
and enjoy this easy-to-learn, fun dance step and get hooked. Specify when you register if you
are a “leader” or a “follower.” People commonly take the course in pairs but there are plenty
of singles so come along. Expect to change partners during the class. Wear leather-soled
shoes.

Wine Tasting

Whether it’s a glass of wine while watching a sunset or the perfect complement to a glorious
meal, impress your friends with your newly acquired wine savvy. Learn what makes a good
wine, whether expensive or inexpensive, and how to order with ease in any restaurant. Enjoy
various red and white wines for tasting, and learn the ins and outs of pouring, reading wine
labels, and more. The tuition includes a materials fee for wine. At the end of the course there
is a trip to a local wine importer where you can test your new skills.

Languages

The WCAE offers two languages at beginner level, French and Spanish. These courses are
not intended for students who have studied the languages in the past and want a refresher
course but for those who are completely new to the language. Classes emphasize basic
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grammar, pronunciation, and oral exercises. The texts, not included in the tuition, are
available at Borders Books and Music, 10-24 School Street, Westley, at the corner of School
and Washington Streets.

Beginning Piano

If you once played the piano or you’re just dying to learn, here’s your chance. Playing at a
digital keyboard, learn chords, note names, sharps and flats, musical forms, key signatures,
basic rhythms, and meters. Receive individual attention as you play with an ensemble, and
practice on your own with headphones. Also, develop good habits for the future. Purchase
the text at the first class from the instructor for $20. You should own or be able to rent a
keyboard or piano for at-home practice. Participants will need to practise for about an hour a
day at home to properly exploit what they learn.

Introduction to Photography

Wish you had more control over the lighting and development of your photographs? Learn
about basic 35mm camera operation; technical information, such as f-stops, shutter speed,
depth-of-field, filters, and exposure techniques; and the basics of black-and-white film
processing. Also, discover different strategies for composition and receive feedback. This
course is for those who own a 35mm camera with manual settings.
Source: Boston Centre for Adult Education

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SECTION 3 Questions 28 - 40
Read the following passage and answer Questions 28 – 40.

Wind Energy
A

People have taken advantage of wind energy for years. Images of milling corn and
transporting water present a familiar picture of English countryside and in the past
innumerable wooden mills could be located around England. Now countries are planning
for when fossil fuels run out and they are considering wind again to supply us with a future
energy source. Using energy from the wind is also an easy and efficient method for countries
to fulfil their commitments concerning emissions of greenhouse gases. Many European
states, with their long winters and little sunshine, now favour wind power over solar-based
methods of producing power. For example, last year Germany increased capacity by 44%.
Denmark, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden and the United Kingdom are examples of other
countries with large wind power capacity.

As the windiest country in Europe, the United Kingdom’s wind power potential is larger than
the rest of Europe put together. Half of this resource is in Scotland. The UK’s government has
promised to generate 10% of their electricity using renewable resources. Wind power is seen
to be the answer to doing this. The UK has issued wind farm licences to produce as much
electricity as about six nuclear power stations. This policy has found favour with the public
who support the search for cleaner energy sources.

Until 1989, Denmark was the only European state that had installed wind turbines for
generating electricity. After 1989, other European countries followed suit developing support
mechanisms for developing renewable energy and particularly wind power. Since 1994
the remaining European countries have also really started to support wind power station
installation. Countries offer different levels of support. Some governments have paid
companies premiums to maintain their competitive edge while others have given investment
subsidies to foster the development of technology. Tax incentives have also been offered.

Nature provides us with indications for the best sites for wind turbine installation. Wind force
and direction can be observed by leaning trees. This can most frequently be seen in open
countryside and areas near coastlines and it is here, particularly in elevated spots clear of
trees or buildings which obstruct the current of air, that wind farms have mostly been erected.
Massive wind turbines, twice the size of conventional turbines, are also being developed for
use offshore, as it is there that the strongest and most constant winds are found.

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comparatively inexpensive and it creates no pollutants or emissions during operations.
The electricity generated in the first 6 to 9 months of operation by a typical wind turbine will
usually meet its manufacturing costs. However, wind farms are frequently regarded as a
type of visual pollution because of their common locations on hilltops. It is inescapable that
sites with the most wind are usually the most beautiful, and because they are built in wild,
remote and untouched settings their impact is all the more noticeable. This is one of the most
controversial questions when deciding on wind farm locations. Thus the siting of wind farms
ought to be done with the greatest sensitivity. When turbines are due for decommission, the
entire structure can be wholly recycled or removed and the cost of total site restoration can
usually be completely met by the scrap value.

Wind turbines blades are made of glass fibre or wood epoxy and they can be of a diameter of
30 to 60 metres. The blades of the wind turbine generator are turned by the wind. The blades
are joined to the hub that is in turn connected to the gear shaft. When the wind blows, the
blades and hub turn the shaft that revolves within the generator; that then produces electricity.
The power created is dependent on the blade size and the swept area. The speed of the wind
and its availability are also key variables to be considered. The electricity is then moved to
either the grid for regional use or to supply power to a stand-alone facility.

European operational capability was 2500 megawatts in total by the end of 1995. By the end
of 1996 it had increased to 3400 MW and at the end of 1997 to 4600 MW. There were steady
increases in growth (40% per annum) over the following 6 years and the forecast is that this
growth rate will persist. This is in contrast to practically zero growth in traditional fossil fuel
energy production. Nonetheless, even at existing production levels, only 2% of potential
energy is being exploited. In due course therefore wind farms may well satisfy 20% of total
European power requirements. The European country with the most operational capacity
is Germany. This is mostly down to the level of support given to wind power by Germany’s
government. It has also been helped by recent innovation in the field of turbine development.

Source: Energylinx Ltd

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Questions 28 - 33
The reading passage on the Wind Energy has 7 paragraphs (A – G).

From the list of headings below choose the most suitable headings for
paragraphs B – G.

Write the appropriate number (i – xi) in boxes 28 – 33 on your answer sheet.

NB There are more headings than paragraphs, so you will not use them all.

Example Answer

Paragraph A iv

i Industrial Considerations

ii Government Policy and Support

iii Current Installation of Wind Turbines in Europe

iv The New Alternative

v Location of Wind Power Turbines

vi Materials

vii Wind Power in Germany

viii Wind Power in the UK

ix Turning Wind into Energy

x Return on Investment

xi Environmental Considerations

28 Paragraph B

29 Paragraph C

30 Paragraph D

31 Paragraph E

32 Paragraph F

33 Paragraph G

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Questions 34 – 40
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the passage on
Wind Energy?

In boxes 34 – 40 on your answer sheet write:

YES if the statement agrees with the information

NO if the statement contradicts the statement

NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this in the passage

34 The UK has also experimented with solar energy as well as wind energy.

35 Wind power is popular with the UK general public.

36 Wind power stations are better situated at sea than on land.

37 Wind farm generators only produce a minimal amount of air pollution.

38 After decommissioning, no visible sign of wind power stations can be left.

39 The towers of the wind turbines are made from fibre glass.

40 Denmark has the highest current wind power capacity in Europe.

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GENERAL TRAINING WRITING PRACTICE TEST 5

WRITING TASK 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You celebrated your birthday with some friends last week in a restaurant. It was
a great success and you and your friends enjoyed the evening very much.

Write a letter to the restaurant to thank them. Mention the food, service and the
atmosphere. Also suggest any improvements to make things better.

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You do NOT need to write your own address. Begin your letter as follows:

Dear Sir,

WRITING TASK 2

You should about 40 minutes on this task.

World travel was revolutionized in the 20th Century to the extent that the world has
now become a global village. What factors will influence travel this century? Will
travel continue to grow or will it become less popular?

You should write at least 250 words.

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GENERAL TRAINING SPEAKING PRACTICE TEST 5
Section 1

* Tell me a little about your country.


* What are some of the good things and some of the bad things about living in your
country?
* Where would be your favourite place to live in your country? (Why?)

Topic 1 Libraries

* Do you ever go to libraries? (Why/Why not?)


* Do you think libraries should be free or that people should have to pay to use them?
* How can we get more people to use libraries?
* Do you think government money for libraries could be spent on better things?

Topic 2 Team Sports

* Do you play or watch a team sport? (Why/Why not?)


* Why do you think people like playing or watching team sports?
* What are some of the disadvantages of playing or watching team sports?
* How can we encourage younger people to play more sport?

Section 2

Describe a place that you like


You should say:
where this place is
when you first went there
what you do or did there
and explain why this place is so special for you.

Section 3

Topic 1 Places of Interest

* What kinds of places in your country are threatened by building or other types of
progress?
* Do you think it is important to preserve historical areas in countries? (Why?)
* How can governments protect places of interest?
* What sort of places will be of interest to people in the future?

Topic 2 The Environment

* What kinds of pollution problems does your country face?


* How can ordinary people help fight pollution?
* Do you think that there should be stricter punishments for people and companies that
pollute the environment?
* What sort of pollution problems do you think the world will face in the future?
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