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    1) The document provides instructions for a listening comprehension exam for CAPE Spanish Unit 2 consisting of 45 multiple choice questions divided into two sections over 1 hour and 30 minutes. 2) Section A contains 5 short selections that will each be played twice, followed by questions. Section B contains an interview that will also be played in two parts, with questions following each part. 3) Candidates are instructed to choose the best answer for each question and shade it in on their answer sheet. They can make notes and have 1 minute to read the questions before each selection/part plays.

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    1) The document provides instructions for a listening comprehension exam for CAPE Spanish Unit 2 consisting of 45 multiple choice questions divided into two sections over 1 hour and 30 minutes. 2) Section A contains 5 short selections that will each be played twice, followed by questions. Section B contains an interview that will also be played in two parts, with questions following each part. 3) Candidates are instructed to choose the best answer for each question and shade it in on their answer sheet. They can make notes and have 1 minute to read the questions before each selection/part plays.

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    1) The document provides instructions for a listening comprehension exam for CAPE Spanish Unit 2 consisting of 45 multiple choice questions divided into two sections over 1 hour and 30 minutes. 2) Section A contains 5 short selections that will each be played twice, followed by questions. Section B contains an interview that will also be played in two parts, with questions following each part. 3) Candidates are instructed to choose the best answer for each question and shade it in on their answer sheet. They can make notes and have 1 minute to read the questions before each selection/part plays.

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    VIEUX-FORT COMPREHENSIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL

    ADVANCED LEVEL DEPARTMENT


    CAPE SPANISH UNIT 2
    PAST PAPER 2016
    PAPER 01

    LISTENING COMPREHENSION

    1 hour 30 minutes

    INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES

    READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.


    1. This test consists of 45 items. You will have 1 hour and 30 minutes to answer them.
    2. This paper is divided into TWO sections. Section A consists of FIVE selections.
    Section B consists of an interview.
    3. Your question booklet contains questions based on the selections and interview.
    4. In addition to this test booklet, you should have an answer sheet.
    5. Each item in this test has four suggested answers lettered (A), (B), (C), (D). Read each
    item you are about to answer and decide which choice is best.
    6. On your answer sheet, find the number which corresponds to your item and shade the
    space having the same letter as the answer you have chosen. Look at the sample item
    below.

    7. If you want to change your answer, erase it completely before you fill in your new
    choice.
    8. When you are told to begin, turn the page and work as quickly and as carefully as you
    can. If you cannot answer an item, go on to the next one. You may return to that item
    later.

    DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO.


    SECTION A
    Instructions to Candidates

    You will hear FIVE short selections. Each selection will be heard twice. For each
    selection there are a number of questions printed in your test booklet followed by four
    suggested answers. Choose the BEST answer for each question and shade the
    corresponding space on your answer sheet. You can make notes at any time during the
    examination.

    You now have ONE minute to read the questions on the first selection.

    Now, listen to the first selection.

    SELECTION 1

    Listen to the first selection for the second time.

    You now have SEVEN minutes to answer the questions.

    1. What is said to have occurred in Beijing,China?


    (a) Elections of foreign affairs ministers
    (b)Fifth consultation of foreign affairs ministers
    (c)First meeting of foerign affairs ministers
    (d)Signing of agreement between foreign affairs ministers

    2. Which countries were involved?


    (a) China and Barbados
    (b) Nine Caribbean countries
    (c) China and Beijing
    (d)China and Caribbean countries
    3. Who are the TWO persons mentioned?
    (a) Chinese and Barbadian Heads of state
    (b)Chinese President and Caribbean Heads of state Spokesman
    (c)Chinese and Barbadian Foreign Affairs Ministers
    (d)Chinese and American Foreign Affairs ministers
    4. What relations exist between the countries?
    (a)Diplomatic relations
    (b)Trade relations
    (c)Tourism relations
    (d)Political relations
    5. How was the progress achieved between the groups described?
    (a) Several meetings to sign agreements
    (b)Cooperation on different matters
    (c)Donations of money
    (d)Provision Of scholarships
    6. Name the areas that the groups consented to for further strengthening
    (a) Politics and commerce
    (b)Foreign affairs and cheap labour
    (c)Economics and agriculture
    (d)Commerce and tourism

    You now have ONE minute to read the questions on the second selection.

    Now, listen to the second selection.

    SELECTION 2

    Listen to the second selection for the second time.

    You now have EIGHT minutes to answer the questions.

    7 . When was the period of Medvedev’s presidency?


    (a) 2002- 2018
    (b) 2012-2018
    (c) 2000-2019
    (d)2008-2012

    8. What proposal is Medvedev criticizing?


    (a) EU to send troops to calm tensions
    (b) USA to send food to help ease
    (c) UN to send troops to calm
    (d)RUSSIA to send aid

    9. Which two outside groups are mentioned?


    (a)Russia and Ukraine
    (b)USA and EU
    (c)USA and EUROPE
    (d)EU and CANADA

    10. What is Medvedev’s request of these groups for Ukraine?


    (a) Political support
    (b) Moral support
    (c)Economic support
    (d)Medical support

    11. According to him, what has Russia been doing since 1991?
    (a)Assisting to produce gas
    (b)Providing gas lines
    (c)Supplying gas
    (d)Subsidizing gas
    12. What is the total gas bill?
    (a)$100,000,000
    (b)$10,000,000
    (c)$ 100,000
    (d)$1,000,000

    You now have ONE minute to read the questions on the third selection.
    Now, listen to the third selection.

    SELECTION 3

    Listen to the third selection for the second time.

    You now have FIVE minutes to answer the questions.

    13. According to the selection, what problem has resurfaced on the international agenda?
    (a) Food preparation
    (b) Food selection
    (c)Food cultivation
    (d)Food security

    14. Why has this problem resurfaced?


    (a)Instability of economy
    (b) Volatility of primary goods markets
    (c)Hike in prices
    (d)Lack of peace

    15. Which TWO groups were targeted?


    (a)Latin America and Caribbean
    (b)North America and Caribbean
    (c)Latin America and Canada
    (d)Africa and Caribbean

    16. Which TWO topics were addressed in the seminar?


    (a) Social inclusion and availability
    (b) Competitivity and social inclusion
    (c)Sustainability and availability
    (d)Social inclusion and justice

    17. Where was the event held?


    (a) UN headquarters
    (b) EU headquarters
    (c)CARICOM headquarters
    (d)SEPAL headquarters

    You now have ONE minute to read the questions on the fourth selection.

    Now, listen to the fourth selection.

    SELECTION 4

    Listen to the fourth selection for the second time.

    You now have FIVE minutes to answer the questions.

    18. According to the selection, what has changed the world?


    (a) Internet
    (b) Wifi
    (c)World wide web
    (d)Wireless connectivity

    19. Which sector has seen this change as an opportunity?


    (a) Telecommunications
    (b)Business
    (c)Advertising
    (d)Movie Industry

    20. What must a person know to take advantage of this opportunity?


    (a) Specialized applications
    (b) How to start up an enterprise
    (c)Steps to create an online business
    (d)How to create a website

    21. What is One important factor to consider in making use of such an opportunity?
    (a)Prior knowledge of business plan
    (b)Being well informed of your niche market
    (c)Setting up a niche
    (d)Registration of your business

    22. What other factors must be considered?


    (a) Have a clear idea of the business and putting your documents in order
    (b)Researching business competitors and registering your documents in order
    (c)Present a clear business idea and a Net market
    (d)Research your business and register it

    23. What must one bear in mind when choosing a domain name?
    (a)It must be classy
    (b) It should be short
    (c)It must rhyme
    (d)It should be lyrical

    You now have ONE minute to read the questions on the fifth selection.

    Now, listen to the fifth selection.

    SELECTION 5

    Listen to the fifth selection for the second time.

    You now have FIVE minutes to answer the questions.

    24. What is the name of the company mentioned?


    (a) Richard Branson
    (b)Virgin Atlantic
    (c)Richard Atlantic
    (d)Virgin Galactic

    25. What will happen in 18 months?


    (a) Visits to the Sahara desert
    (b) Visits to Space
    (c) Visits to the moon
    (d)Visit to Space Stations

    26. Who will be able to participate in this venture?


    (a) The Family of the Astronauts
    (b) Famous persons
    (c)The General Public
    (d)Scientists

    27. What has already been completed?


    (a) SpaceShip II
    (b) The architectural plans for SpaceShip II
    (c)The full payments for the trip
    (d)The training for the crew

    28. How many people have already made reservations?


    (a) 303
    (b) 230
    (c)330
    (d)300

    29. What is the cost per person?


    (a) $ 202,000
    (b) $220,000
    (c)$2,000,000
    (d)$200,000

    30. Who is the CEO of this company?


    (a) Virgin Galactic
    (b)Richard Branson
    (c)Space Ship II
    (d)The Share holders

    SECTION B

    Instructions to Candidates

    In this section you will hear an interview. The entire interview will be heard a first time and will be
    repeated in two parts. You will be allowed THREE minutes to read the questions and suggested
    answers before the recording is played for the first time.

    After listening to PART 1, you will be allowed SEVEN minutes to answer the questions on PART 1.
    After listening to PART 2, you will be allowed EIGHT minutes to answer the questions on PART 2.
    The entire interview will then be repeated, after which you will be allowed time to check your work.
    You now have THREE minutes to read the questions.
    Now, listen to the entire interview.
    [Entire interview is played.]
    Interview with Albert Lleo, head researcher at CIBERNED, on the topic of Alzheimer’s
    disease.
    Now, listen to PART 1 of the interview.
    [PART 1 is played]
    You now have SEVEN minutes to answer the questions on PART 1.

    PART 1

    31. What is said about the detection of Alzheimer's disease?


    (a)Early detection is impossible
    (b)Early detection is possible
    (c)Early diagnosis is available
    (d)Detection is very difficult

    32. How soon can detection be done?


    (a)Before Dementia starts
    (b)During early stages of dementia
    (c)After medical treatment begins
    (d)After dementia starts

    33. What biomarker can be used in the detection of Alzheimer’s?


    (a)Blood test sample
    (b)Analysis of spinal fluid
    (c)Bone marrow transplant
    (d)Spinal tap
    34. What is the current focus of research on Alzheimer’s
    (a0 Detection of the disease on persons with few or no symptoms
    (b)Prevention of the disease in younger patients
    (c)Cure for the disease
    (d)Treatment for the disease

    Now, listen to PART 2 of the interview.


    [PART 2 is played]
    You now have EIGHT minutes to answer the questions on PART 2.

    PART 2
    35. What does the doctor reveal about medication given to patients with Alzheimer;s disease?
    (a) It stops the degeneration of the disease
    (b) It has an effect on symptoms
    (c) It cures patients from the disease
    (d) It slows down the worsening of the disease

    36. According to the doctor what is being given greater effort?


    (a) Medication to prevent the disease
    (b) Tests to diagnose the disease
    (c)Medication to ease the pain
    (d)Medication to slow down the effects of the disease

    37. What precaution does the doctor give to those using the medication?
    (a)It must be used before dementia is established
    (b) It must be used after dementia sets in
    (c ) It must be used during the onslaught of dementia
    (d) They should take it everyday

    38. How many medications are available to treat Alzheimer’s disease?


    (a) 14
    (b) 4
    (c) 3
    (d) 5

    39. What should happen as the disease advances?


    (a)The medication should be continued
    (b)The dosage should be increased
    (c)The medication should be stopped
    (d)The medication should be changed

    40. Why is the above action necessary with regards to the medication?
    (a)The effectiveness is reduced
    (b) The increased dosage makes it more effective
    (C)The patient has been cured
    (d)A stronger medication will reduce side effects

    Now, listen to the entire interview as it is played for the final time.
    [Entire interview played]
    You may now use the time remaining to check your work.
    END OF TEST
    IF YOU FINISH BEFORE TIME IS CALLED, CHECK YOUR WORK ON THIS TEST.

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