Earth alert
Listen to a young man talking about his experience as a volunteer. For questions 1-7 choose the correct letter A, B or C.
1. The narrator decided to become a volunteer because ….
A) his parents asked him to
B) he wanted to help an endangered species
C) he wanted to do some research
2. When travelling to Costa Rica the narrator …..
A) felt nervous
B) couldn’t believe how far away he was going
C) felt relaxed
3. The narrator’s main task was …..
A) to clean the beach
B) to work during the day
C) to take care of the nests of the Leatherback Sea Turtle
4. The work was done …..
A) under difficult conditions
B) under easy conditions
C) using artificial light
5. Staying with a family is good because …
A) you can cook your own meals
B) you make a financial contribution to the local area
C) you get to know more people
6. The facilities in the village are …
A) basic but improving all the time
B) sub-standard
C) like they are at home
7. The narrator believes the conservation project ….
A) will run for less than 20 years
B) may save the Leatherback Sea Turtle
C) is not succeeding
Food and Health
Listen to the conversation between two friends and answer the questions 1-7, deciding whether the statements are A (True), B (False) or C (Not stated)
Listening
1. The girls have been able to look after themselves at University.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
2. Jackie’s mum is a better cook than Julia’s mum.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
3. They share a kitchen with tidy students.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
4. There is a wide variety of food on offer at the refectory.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
5. Julia hasn’t been exercising enough.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
6. The girls are going to get up early tomorrow.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
7. The girls are planning to cook a traditional fried breakfast tomorrow.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
Listen to the dialogue and mark statements 1-6 below as T (True) or F (False)
Listening
1. The man is organizing a Christmas party. ………
2. The party will cost less than 2000 pounds. ………
3. The man would like a formal sit down meal. ………
4. Smoked salmon is a possible menu choice. ………
5. The man has already arranged for a DJ at the party. ………
6. The woman will call him back with the total cost for the party. ………
Schooldays and Work
Listen to a conversation between two friends. Decide whether the answer tom the questions is A (True), B (False), C (Not stated).
Listening
1. Liz was pleased with how the interview went.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
2. Liz chose what to wear to the interview two weeks before the interview.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
3. Liz doesn’t like wearing skirts.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
4. Liz coped well with the coffee incident.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
5. Liz asked lots of questions at the interview.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
6. Liz and Anna are both students.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
7. Liz hopes to get a job.
A) True B) False C) Not stated
Listen to a radio interview and choose the correct answer (A, B or C) for questions 1-7.
Listening
1. Annie woks for a (n)
A) fashion publication
B) employment office
C) radio station
2. What happened when Annie went for her first job interview?
A) She got the job
B) She wore the wrong clothes
C) The interview went very badly
3. What does Annie say about what to wear to an interview?
A) You should dress slightly unusually
B) You should dress conservatively
C) You should dress fashionably
4. According to Annie, a black suit is appropriate if you are interviewing for
A) any job
B) a creative job
C) a high position in a big company
5. What does Annie suggest is essential in an interview?
A) There should be something characteristic in the candidate’s appearance
B) The candidate should be well-dressed
C) The candidate should wear a tiepin
6. How can candidates find out more information about what to wear to the interview?
A) Go to the company and look at what the others are wearing?
B) They can call Annie at her office
C) They can speak to other employees of the company
7. What should all candidates definitely NOT wear to an interview?
A) jewellery
B) jeans
C) leather jackets
Strong ties
Match the speakers 1-6 with statements A-G. Use the statements only once; there is one you do not need to use.
Listening
A. Speaker can’t wait to take up a new extreme sport. Speaker 1 ……
B. The speaker isn’t sure about extreme sports. Speaker 2 ……
C. The speaker wouldn’t dream of trying extreme sports. Speaker 3 ……
D. The speaker finds extreme sports too dangerous. Speaker 4 ……
E. The speaker is crazy about winter sports. Speaker 5 ……
F. The speaker would consider trying extreme sports. Speaker 6 …….
G. The speaker recommends a new sport. Speaker 7 ……..
Listen to the speakers. For questions 1-7, choose A, B, C.
Listening
1. You will hear a teenager talking about pastimes. Which is his favourite?
A) clubbing B) football C) hanging out with friends
2. Listen to a girl talking about her best friend. She’s annoyed when her friend is
A) mean B) moody C) jealous
3. Listen to a girl talking about films she likes. Which film does she find funny?
A) Meet the Parents B) Harry Potter C) Batman
4. Listen to a woman talking about summer holiday plans. Where is she thinking of going?
A) Ireland B) Greece C) Italy
5. Listen to a boy talking to a friend on the phone. What is the boy doing?
A) accepting an invitation B) congratulating his friend C) giving advice
6. Listen to a girl talking about fashion. Where does she buy her clothes?
A) in new shops B) in expensive shops C) in second-hand shops
7. Listen to a man talking about recycling. What kind of waste does he recycle most?
A) glass B) paper C) clothes