Read the text below. Match choices (A—H) to advertisements (1—5).

There are
three choices you do not need to use.

This advertisement is for people who ...

1.

2.
3.

4.
5.

A want to buy bicycles

B prefer an active pastime

C want to borrow a lot of money

D want brand name accessories

E need to repair a car

F want to host a party

G want to see a show

H need to go somewhere
Read the text below. For question (6-10) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Write your
answer on the separate answer sheet.
London Hostels
Hostels have been the main stay of travellers for many years. Traditional hostels offered low rates
and shared sleeping arrangements in exchange for chores. In the 1960’s a new type of hostel emerged
that did away with the chore requirement. A typical London hostel will provide bedding and access
to shared cooking and bathing spaces. The term “hostel” can also refer to accommodation houses for
homeless people, and travellers may want to make a distinction by using the term “youth hostel.”
London hostels provide comfortable lodging to travellers looking to save money. While health issues
and crime are generally not a concern, travellers may want to lock up personal belongings when
leaving the hostel. Since guests of London hostels will almost never have a private room, it is a good
idea to lock up money and travel documents at the reception. Most London hostels will offer to
secure your items in a locked space, sometimes for a fee, to house such personal belongings.
London hostels are quite numerous, and the city draws many hostel guests from around the world.
For many travellers, this is a major advantage of staying in hostels in London. Since guests are often
sleeping in the same room and using many of the same facilities, youth hostels in London are one of
the best places to meet other travellers. In a city as world renowned as London, guests are sure to
meet interesting international contacts.
Another advantage to a hostel in London is the shared kitchen area. Almost all hostels will have a
fully stocked kitchen or cooking area - ideal for backpackers and tourists who like to enjoy a home
cooked meal as a contrast to UK restaurants. Obviously, for travellers on a budget, cooking can also
be a great way to save money.
If a hostel in London is only one of the many hostel stays you plan to make, you may want to buy
into a hostel group. As a member of a hostel group, you will be eligible for discounted and cheap
London hostel rates at just about any popular hostel in Europe or the UK. Your pass also makes you
eligible for additional discounts at surrounding restaurants or other entertainment venues.

6. What is stated in the text about hostel residents?

A They enjoy spacious rooms.

B They enjoy individual bathrooms.

C They used to pay extra for room service.

D They used to tidy up their rooms themselves.

7. What is one of the reasons people stay at youth hostels?

A They have no homes of their own.

B London hotels are often overcrowded.

C It’s a good place to get to know people.

D Hostels do not admit large youth groups.

8. According to the text, how should you keep your valuables safe?
A To take them with you when you go out

B To hide them among your belongings

C To lock them up in your own room

D To leave them at the hostel safety box

9. What is mentioned as an advantage of a hostel group membership?

A Being able to use the hostel cooking area

B Being able to get a room without booking

C Being able to save money when going out

D Being able to use a storage area free of charge

10. For what kind of travellers is a hostel a suitable place?

A For travellers who prefer cooking for themselves

B For travellers who take care of their health

C For travellers who try to avoid noisy company

D For travellers who dislike sharing facilities

Read the text below. Match choices (A–H) to (11–16). There are two choices you do not need to
use. Write your answers on the separate answer sheet.
College Directory
11. Wells College educates women to think critically, reason wisely, and act humanely as they
cultivate meaningful lives. Through our academic program, residential atmosphere, and community
activities, you’ll learn and practice the ideals of the liberal arts.
12. University of Pittsburg Bradford. Earn a world-renowned degree in a personalized environment.
Work with professors who will know your name and your goals. Choose from 41 majors and many
research, internship and study-abroad opportunities.
13. University of Rode Island has a great major called “Writing and Rhetoric.” Prepare yourself for a
career as a journalist, a novelist, an advertising copywriter, a public relations professional, or an
English teacher! You’ll love our beautiful campus located minutes from RI’s gorgeous beaches.
14. University of Dayton. Discover our community: a friendly campus, technology-enhanced
learning, challenging academics, competitive athletics and a strong Catholic tradition.
15. Cogswell College. Launch a fun, rewarding career in special effects, animation, scripts, music
and sound in movies, video games and high tech. Graduates move up to Cisco, LucasArts, Pixar,
Disney, EA and other upmarket firms.
16. University of Alabama. UA has a rich tradition of excellence in academics, student life and
sports. Ranked in the top 50 public universities surveyed by U.S. News & World Report; 9
undergraduate degree-granting schools and colleges; 20:1 student-teacher ratio.

Which university __________?

A maintains a religious atmosphere

B guarantees prestigious employment

C is gender specific

D offers studies overseas

E provides online learning

F focuses on ecological issues

G trains for working at school

H has a high official recognition

Read the text below. Choose from (A–H) the one which best fits each space (17–22). There are
two choices you do not need to use.
Why are Zebras Striped?
When zebras stick together in a herd, the pattern of their stripes blend together with the stripes of the
zebras around them. This is confusing to a lion! All it can see is a large, moving, striped mass. The
lion has trouble picking out individual zebras and it’s harder still for the lion to
recognize (17) ______ ! Each zebra pattern is unique like a fingerprint. Like a
fingerprint (18) ______ and no two zebras are exactly alike. What is truly amazing is (19) ______
from their body stripe! There are several species classified according to variations in stripe patterns.
The mountain zebra has silver-white stripes with black markings (20) ______ except for the stomach
and the inner thighs. Plains zebras are pale yellow with broad black stripes. Do you know that people
of Africa think of zebras as black animals with white stripes (21) ______ as white animals with black
stripes! Black stripes or white, the fact remains (22) ______ and are among the fastest and most
graceful of runners in the African bush land.
The lion has trouble picking out individual zebras and it’s harder still for the lion to
recognize (17) ______ !

A that zebras are extremely unique

B patterns vary from zebra to zebra

C whereas people outside Africa consider them

D zebras’ stripes are hard to count

E that zebras can recognize other zebras

F which way each zebra is moving

G Africans try to protect zebras

H that extend to every part of the body

Bach, Beatles and ...Maths?

From the rich complexity of the Bach fugues to the catchy songs of the Beatles music and
mathematics overlap in all kinds of interesting __________ (23).
Would you believe that research has shown that certain __________ (24).of music end up being
more popular and mainstream __________ (25)their mathematical structure?
The link between the physical practice of music and strong mathematical __________ (26).are
demonstrated in various studies. They show that kids who play a musical instrument can __________
(27). more complex arithmetical operations than those who do not play an instrument.
23.

A means

B items

C ways

D methods

24.
A notes

B pieces

C details

D tones

25.
A except for

B along with

C due to D apart from

26.
A abilities

B opportunities

C properties

D features

27.
A count

B enumerate
C achieve

D perform

César Chávez Day

César Chávez Day _____ (28) on March 31 each year. The holiday serves as a tribute to his
commitment to social justice and respect _____ (29) human dignity. To honour his memory a day
has been established as a holiday in several states _____ (30) Arizona, California, Colorado,
Michigan, New Mexico, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin. Chávez is honoured because he was a leader
who fought ______(31) the exploitation of farm workers. He worked for fair pay, safe working
conditions, good housing and equal rights. One of _____ (32) famous quotes is “;Si, se puede!” Yes,
you can! Those words have been an inspiration for many people, especially in Mexican-American
community.
28. 29. 30. 31. 32.