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Skills Practice

4° Año

Teacher: Teresa Melo

Writing
Skills
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D-Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.

You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
MUSIC
What kind of music do you enjoy?
Do you prefer listening to music at home or in a concert? Why?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
E-Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
HOLIDAYS
What kind of holidays do you like?
 Do you prefer going to the beach or to a big city? Why?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
F- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate
style. You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
BOOKS
Have you read an interesting book recently?
What makes it so special? Did you like it?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
G- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate
style. You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
SPORTS
Do you practise any sports?
Do you prefer indoor or outdoor sports? Why?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
H- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate
style. You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
FOOD
What is your favourite food? Why?
Do you prefer ordering in or eating out? Why?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
I- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
You see the announcement on an English-language website:
Articles wanted
SCHOOL
 What was your favourite subject in school? Why?
Do you prefer studying at home or at a library? Why?
Write us an article answering these questions and we will
publish it on our website.
Write your article.
WRITING STORIES
1-Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.

You must begin with this sentence:

As Peter entered the forest, he realized he was completely lost.
Write your story.
2- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.

You must begin with this sentence:

Sarah was really excited, it was her first date in months.
Write your story.
3- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.

You must begin with this sentence:

While he was cooking, Henry received an unexpected phone
call.
Write your story.
4- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.

You must begin with this sentence:

When Mike opened the front door and saw who was there, he
couldn’t believe his eyes.
Write your story.
5- Write your answer in about 100 words in an appropiate style.
You have 20-25 minutes to complete this task.
Your English teacher has asked you to write a story.
You must begin with this sentence:
When the ship sailed off, Martha began to realize what she was
leaving behind.
Write your story.
Listening
Skills
LISTENING 1

There are seven questions in this part. For each question, there are three pictures and a
short recording.
LISTENING 2

There are six questions in this part. For each question listen to a short recording and answer
the question.

1. You will hear two friends talking about buying a new camera. Where does the woman
recommend buying one?

A From a website B From a mall C From a local shop

2. You will hear two friends talking about a film they have just seen. They agree that the film
would be better if...

A it had fewer special effects. B it was shorter. C the costumes were better.

3. You will hear a man talking about a job he has just been offered. Why does he feel happy
about it?

A He has always wanted a job like this. B He will not have to travel far. C He will be able
to learn new skills.

4. You will hear two people talking about an arrangement they have made with a friend. The
woman thinks that if their friend is late, they should ...

A wait for her. B go without her. C go somewhere nearer.

5. You will hear two people talking about local curry restaurant. They both agree that ...

A the food is good quality. B the service was good. C the price was reasonable.
6. You will hear two people talking about climbing. The woman wants the man to ...

A give her some climbing advice. B help her choose some climbing shoes. C work out with
her.

LISTENING 3

You will hear a radio announcer giving details about a local Motor Show. For each question,
fill in the missing information in the spaces. Write no more than three words and/or a
number.

LISTENING 4

You will hear a radio interview with the manager of a summer activity course. For each
question, choose the correct answer.

1 This year, the course will run for...

A six weeks.

B seven weeks.

C eight weeks.

2 The problem last year was that...

A few people wanted to attend.

B there were too few workers.

C there was nothing to do on rainy days.

3 This, year, for the first time, children will...

A do creative activities.

B do new outdoor sports.

C organise events.

4 Molly doesn’t think children will come for six weeks because...

A it’s too expensive.

B they will do the same activities again and again.

C their parents will want to spend time with them.

5 The course isn’t open to teenagers because...

A Molly thinks they aren’t interested in the activities which are available.

B Molly thinks they should spend time with young people of a similar age.

C: Molly’s staff think that teenagers are difficult to please.

6 It’s important that parents of children attending the course...

A: pay the full amount immediately.

B: choose the activities the child wants to do when they apply.

C: inform Molly about any food the child cannot eat.

LISTENING 1

Listen to seven short conversations about people’s homes. Match the picture to the
conversation.
LISTENING

There are six questions in this part. For each question listen to a short recording and answer
the question.

1. You will hear two people discussing holiday plans. They both want to...

go somewhere cheap. go by car. go abroad.

2. You will hear a woman complaining about her new French teacher. The woman thinks that
her teacher...

is not organized enough. is not inspiring enough. does not have enough knowledge.

3. You will hear a man talking about a woman he met recently. Why did he enjoy meeting her?

They had a lot in common. She asked him interesting questions She told interesting
stories.

4. You will hear two people talking about transport. Why does the woman drive her car to
work?

It's fast. It's more comfortable. It's cheaper.

5. You will hear two people talking about a history museum. Who would the man recommend
the museum to?

primary school children secondary school children university students

6. You will hear two people talking about a bike ride. What did the man dislike about the ride?

the weather the hills the traffic

LISTENING 3.

A man needs to buy a part for his car. He calls a company to order the part. Listen and
complete the details in the order form.

LISTENING 4

Listen to Adam talking to Carol about his day. Choose the correct answer.

1 Adam went to bed late because…

a. he was fixing his computer.

b. he didn’t feel tired.

c. his son felt sick.

2 Adam’s son returned to bed at…

a. four o’clock a.m.

b. six o’clock a.m.

c. a quarter to seven a.m.

3 At ten to eight,

a. Adam’s alarm clock went off.

b. Adam got up.

c. Adam left home.

4 In the morning, Adam didn’t have time to…

a. wash.

b. have breakfast.

c. buy petrol.

5 Adam borrowed money to buy…

a. a bus ticket.

b. lunch.

c. petrol.

6 This evening, Adam will…

a. relax and watch TV.

b. spend time with his family.

c. be very busy.
LISTENING 1

A geography teacher is describing the work students will do on the geography course. Listen
and complete the table with the words in the word bank. You will not need to use all the
words.

LISTENING 2

Listen to a student, Marcel, discussing accommodation with the accommodation officer at a

university. Choose the correct answer.

1 Students should arrange their accommodation for September in…

January March May

2 Now it is…

January March May

3 Marcel cannot stay in university hall in September because…

it is too expensive for him. / he will be a 2nd year student.

there aren’t any places left.

4 Marcel dislikes the room on Old Road because…

there are already too many students in it. / it only has one bathroom.

it is far from the university.

5 The accommodation on Edward Street…

is small, but cheap. / has its own private bathroom.

has a kitchen and a living room.

6 What will Marcel probably do next?

look for accommodation online / take the room on Old Road

talk to his friends about sharing a house

LISTENING 3

A rep on a cruise ship is describing the activities on offer to holidaymakers.

Listen. Choose true or false.

1 The swimming pool is open 24 hours a day.

2 You cannot use the sauna in the mornings.

3 You need to book to use the gym.

4 There are four squash courts on board.

5 The art class is at 2 o’clock.

6 There is a class in Italian cooking today.

7 There are limited places on the art and cooking classes.

8 You don’t have to pay extra to see the jazz band and comedy show.

9 You need a ticket to see the shows.

10 Today’s lecture is the same as tomorrow’s lecture.

LISTENING 4

Rose and Jack are talking about holiday plans. Listen and answer true or false.

1 Rose and Jack are planning to take a holiday in spring.

2 Rose and Jack are planning to take a holiday in Greece.

3 They are planning to stay there for two weeks.

4 They are planning to go on holiday in May.

5 Rose prefers staying in cottages to staying in hotels.

6 They plan to travel around by bus.

7 The palace apartment does not have enough bedrooms.

8 The second cottage is not near the town.

9 The town house is spacious, but doesn’t have a garden.

10 Jack prefers the cottage to the town house.

LISTENING 1

Listen to eight short conversations and choose the correct answers.

1. Francesca Meyer must…

go to gate 23 right away. / take a different flight.

board her plane in five minutes’ time.

2. The train to Bristol…

is not running. / has just arrived. / is late.

3. Passengers to Lenton Bridge must …

stay on the bus. / change onto the 10a bus. / buy another bus ticket.

4. The captain announces that the plane…

will arrive on time. / will arrive late. / will land at a different airport.

5. Rail passengers to Penzance must…

wait, as their train is late. / go from platform 2 to platform 4.

check the computer screens for further information.

6. The coach driver announces that…

the coach will arrive at its destination in forty minutes.

the coach will arrive on time, despite the heavy traffic.

the coach will take a different route to its destination.

7. Due to the bad weather, the plane…

will arrive late. / will go to a different airport. / will not take off.

8. Train passengers for Hastings must…

sit in coach A or B. / change trains in Tonbridge. / change trains in Ashford.

Reading
Skills
In this part, you have to match five people to eight texts.

The people all want to attend a course. Read the descriptions of eight courses. Decide which
course would be the most suitable for each person. For Questions 1-5, select the best course.

A - Form and Colour

This is year-long course is perfect for people who want to learn about how to use a camera and
who want to take it up as a profession. Students will learn how to use light and shade, colour
and different shapes. The course will also teach students to change their work using computer
technology. Tips will be given on how best to get started in the profession.

B - Practice makes Perfect

Learn about how to use computer software to make your work life easier. This course is
designed for people who use computers regularly as part of their career, but who feel they are
unable to make the most of the technology. Learn about new software for storing documents
and photographs and keeping records. This evening class runs for ten weeks from September
to December.

C - Armchair Explorer

This is a series of daytime lectures by people who have lived and worked in wild places. Each
of the six talks will focus on a different continent. Lecturers will show photographs of the
animals and plants, and explain why they are only found in one area. Lecturers will include Leo
Holland, a scientist from the Antarctic project, and Milly Oliphant, who researches birds in the
Amazon rainforest. Tea and Biscuits provided.

D - Art Starter

Are you interested in a career in art? If so, this full-time, eight-week course will be perfect for
you. Learn about different methods used by artists, including painting, drawing, photography
and computer design. Artists will create work for an exhibition which will be displayed in the
Town Hall for one month in September. Top businessmen and women from the design
industry will be invited to attend the exhibition, so this could be a great start to your career!

E - Wild Design

Whether you want a career in art, or you just want to enjoy your hobby, this holiday course is
for you. Wild Design is a two-week summer course situated on the wild coast of South Wales.
We teach all kinds of art, including photography and painting, and the wild sea, beautiful
flowers and great wildlife will definitely give you lots of creative ideas. Even if you already
have a good understanding of art, you are sure to learn something new from our team of
professional tutors.

F - Explore your Imagination

Do you want to show your friends a photograph of you beside the Egyptian pyramids or in the
jungles of Borneo? Well now you can tell your friends that you have travelled the world
without actually leaving the country! Join this evening class and learn how to use the latest
technology and software to change photographs to a professional standard. You will also learn
how to make your own computer designs using the computer programmes used by
professionals.

G - Technology for You

Do you feel as if everyone is using a computer except you? Join in this five-day course and
learn the basics. You’ll learn how to store your personal files, send emails and use simple
programmes to write and print letters. In the afternoons you will have the choice of either
learning how to make Birthday Cards and other designs on a computer, or you can join our
‘Basic computers for Work’ class.

H - Wildlife Photographer

Travel to a different wild place every week and learn how to take photographs of animals,
plants and scenery. Our expert teachers will advise you how to take the best pictures. This
course will run for six weeks on Saturdays. Students should already have a good
understanding of photography and their own equipment. The class is suitable for everyone, as
there is very little walking involved.

Question 1

Harriet is 71, and is interested in painting and drawing. She would like to go somewhere in
the summer where she can learn new tips and paint attractive scenery.

A - Form and Colour

B - Practice makes Perfect

C - Armchair Explorer

D - Art Starter

E - Wild Design

F - Explore your Imagination

G - Technology for You

H - Wildlife Photographer

Question 2

Belinda works for a large Art Company and she feels she needs to improve her computer
skills. She already has a basic understanding of some common computer programmes, but
she wants to learn how to organise her work and store information.

A - Form and Colour

B - Practice makes Perfect

C - Armchair Explorer
D - Art Starter

E - Wild Design

F - Explore your Imagination

G - Technology for You

H - Wildlife Photographer

Question 3

Jenny is interested in a career in design, and wants to learn how to create art and change
photographs using special computer programmes. She wants a course that will fit into her
normal school day.

A - Form and Colour

B - Practice makes Perfect

C - Armchair Explorer

D - Art Starter

E - Wild Design

F - Explore your Imagination

G - Technology for You

H - Wildlife Photographer

Question 4

George is unable to travel because he has difficulty walking, but he wants to learn more
about the wildlife and scenery in different parts of the world.

A - Form and Colour

B - Practice makes Perfect

C - Armchair Explorer

D - Art Starter

E - Wild Design

F - Explore your Imagination

G - Technology for You

H - Wildlife Photographer
Question 5

Chris wants a change in career, so he’s looking for a full-time course in which he can learn
everything there is to know about photography and how to use computers to change and
sell his work.

A - Form and Colour

B - Practice makes Perfect

C - Armchair Explorer

D - Art Starter

E - Wild Design

F - Explore your Imagination

G - Technology for You

H - Wildlife Photographer

In this part of the exam you need to read a long text and answer 5 multiple choice questions.

Read the text and then answer questions 1-5.

Different Colours can affect us in many different ways; that’s according to Verity Allen. In her
new series ‘Colour me Healthy’, Verity looks at the ways that colours can influence how hard
we work and the choices we make. They can even change our emotions and even influence
how healthy we are.

‘Have you ever noticed how people always use the same colours for the same things?’ says
Verity. ‘Our toothpaste is always white or blue or maybe red. It’s never green. Why not? For
some reason we think that blue and white is clean, while we think of green products as being a
bit disgusting. It’s the same for businesses. We respect a company which writes its name in
blue or black, but we don’t respect one that uses pink or orange. People who design new
products can use these ideas to influence what we buy.’

During this four-part series, Verity studies eight different colours, two colours in each
programme. She meets people who work in all aspects of the colour industry, from people
who design food packets, to people who name the colours of lipsticks. Some of the people she
meets clearly have very little scientific knowledge to support their ideas, such as the American
‘Colour Doctor’ who believes that serious diseases can be cured by the use of coloured lights.
However, she also interviews real scientists who are studying the effects of green and red
lights on mice, with some surprising results.

Overall, it’s an interesting show, and anyone who watches it will probably find out something
new. But because Verity is goes out of her way to be polite to everyone she meets on the
series, it’s up to the viewers to make their own decisions about how much they should believe.
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What is the writer doing in this text?

giving information about how colours influence us

reporting what happens in a new television series

giving information about a television presenter

giving his opinion of a recent television show

Which of the following shows the probable content of the four shows?

Part 1 – Health; Part 2 – Products and Industry; Part 3 – Emotions; Part 4 – Decisions

Part 1 – Blue and Black; Part 2 – Red and Orange; Part 3 – White and Grey; Part 4 – Green and
Yellow

Part 1 – Meeting Designers; Part 2 – Meeting People who Name Colours; Part 3 – Meeting
Doctors; Part 4 – Meeting Scientists

Part 1 – Cleaning Products; Part 2 – Make-up; Part 3 – Clothes; Part 4 – Food

According to Verity, why is a knowledge of colour important?

It can help you to choose the best products.

It can give you new ideas.

It can help you to change people’s minds.

It can help you to sell products.

Who does the writer respect least?

Verity Allen

The people who name lipsticks

The ‘Colour Doctor’

The scientists who work with mice

Which of the following would make a good title for the text?
Enjoy it, but don’t believe everything.

Another great show from Verity Allen! Five Stars!

Don’t miss this if you work in Business!

Watch this programme! It will make you healthy!

In this part, you have to match five people to eight texts.

The people below are all looking for a place to stay while they are on holiday in Torquay, a
busy town in the south of England. Read about 8 types of accommodation. Decide which
accomodation would be most suitable for each person.

A Peace Haven

Located right on the sea front, our hostel is popular with surfers. Plenty of parking and storage
for equipment. Drying room and laundry. Prepare your own meals in our large kitchen, or eat
out at one of the many seafood restaurants nearby. Accommodation is in shared male and
female dormitories.

B Palm Court

Just a five minute walk from the beach, Palm Court Caravan Park is perfect for families. Kids
will love the adventure playground and heated pool with its slides and wave machine.
Entertainers perform twice a week. For parents, there’s a hot tub and bar. A babysitting
service is also available in the evenings.

C Diana and Arturo’s

Get creative in our quiet guest house in the hills. Enjoy sea views without the crowds. Diana
teaches courses in sculpture, and Arturo runs painting classes. Come for one night or stay for a
month! Guests who stay here say they love meeting new people and enjoying our huge
evening meals on the terrace. Over 16s only.

D Dolphin Hotel

Its central location makes Dolphin Hotel a great place to stay if you want to experience the
best of Torquay. The harbour, with its bars, nightclubs and restaurants, is on our doorstep. The
shops and train station are just around the corner. Our bar is open from 7pm and we serve
breakfast until midday – perfect if you’ve had a late night!

E Holly Tree Farm

Experience country living at Holly Tree farm. We have five cottages to rent, each with between
3 and 5 beds. Rent one or two cottages, or rent all five if you have a large party (of up to 21
people). Children will enjoy feeding the lambs and chickens. Please note, this is a working
farm, and entry to some areas is not allowed.

F Surf World
At Surf World, we have everything you need for a fun-packed holiday for all the family. You
won’t even have to leave our gates to try amazing new sports, like canoeing, archery and
windsurfing. On wet days, come to the Fun Centre and enjoy indoor activities like art, music,
drama and dance. Accommodation in woodland cabins of 2-8 people.

G Green Cross

Green Cross is a 400-year old cottage in the hills. The beautiful cottage has a large garden with
a play area, barbecue and sea views. Accommodation includes one double bedroom and a
twin room. There is a village pub and shop less than a mile away. Perfect for families who want
a bit of peace and quiet.

H The Art House

The Art House is a bit different! All eight double rooms are furnished in the different artistic
styles. The Art Deco room, for example, is decorated with theatrical glass furniture, mirrors
and fur, while the 1960s room is fun and colourful, and has pop art on the walls. The Art House
offers bed and breakfast accommodation on the edge of town, walking distance from the
beach.

Question 1

Debbie is a teacher. She is married with three children. She would like to go somewhere
where her children have plenty to do. She’d also like to go out to a restaurant one evening
alone with her husband.

A - Peace Haven

B - Palm Court

C - Diana and Arturo’s

D - Dolphin Hotel

E - Holly Tree Farm

F - Surf World

G - Green Cross

H - The Art House

Question 2

Frances doesn’t have anyone to go on holiday with, so she’d like to meet people while she’s
on holiday. She likes art and dislikes crowds.

A - Peace Haven

B - Palm Court

C - Diana and Arturo’s

D - Dolphin Hotel

E - Holly Tree Farm

F - Surf World

G - Green Cross

H - The Art House

Question 3

Ben and his friends enjoy water sports. They want to find a place to stay near the beach.
They don’t have much money, so they’d prefer to cook for themselves to keep costs down.

A - Peace Haven

B - Palm Court

C - Diana and Arturo’s

D - Dolphin Hotel

E - Holly Tree Farm

F - Surf World

G - Green Cross

H - The Art House

Question 4

Dan is planning to spend his holiday with his wife, his parents and his sister’s family. They
would like peace and quiet, so they don’t want to be near lots of other noisy families.

A - Peace Haven

B - Palm Court

C - Diana and Arturo’s

D - Dolphin Hotel

E - Holly Tree Farm

F - Surf World

G - Green Cross

H - The Art House

Question 5

Kerry is getting married soon, so she and her girlfriends want to spend a weekend by the
sea. They plan to stay out late and get up late. They want a convenient location as they don’t
have their own transport.

A - Peace Haven

B - Palm Court

C - Diana and Arturo’s

D - Dolphin Hotel

E - Holly Tree Farm

F - Surf World

G - Green Cross

H - The Art House

In this part of the exam you need to read a long text and answer 5 multiple choice questions.

Read the text and then answer questions 1-5.

Horton

At first glance, there is little in Horton to attract people. The other nearby towns have much
more to offer: Bradfield has its river and historic buildings, while Newtown has shops and
entertainment. The buildings of Horton look dirty and unloved. For shops, there is a small
supermarket, a few bargain shops, a bakery which, strangely, does not sell bread and a florist
which has one stand of sad-looking flowers. Even so, Horton has several advantages over its
neighbouring towns.

Firstly, it has a country park. Four thousand years ago, this was an important fort. There are no
historic remains here now, but there are wonderful views over the countryside. On sunny
weekends you can often see kids out with their parents, kicking balls or flying kites.

There aren’t many job opportunities in Horton, and the roads to nearby cities aren’t really fast,
but there are excellent rail links. You can be in London in an hour and a half, and other cities
are less than an hour away. That means that parents can earn a good salary and still get home
in time to spend the evenings with their families. Houses in Horton aren’t pretty, but they’re
functional and cheap. The streets are quiet and safe, and there are plenty of parks and
playgrounds. It has a library, three primary schools and a secondary school, St. Mark’s. It’s not
as academically brilliant as other schools in the area, but it is friendly and offers a wide range
of subjects and activities to children of all abilities and backgrounds. The town also has a
swimming and a sports centre, and the community halls hold regular clubs and events for
people of all ages.
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What is the writer’s main purpose?

To explain what tourists can do in Horton

To explain why Horton is a good place to live

To explain why Horton is not as pleasant as other towns

To describe the history of Horton

What part of Horton does the writer find disappointing?

the shops

the country park

transport links

the schools

What type of people is Horton most suitable for?

wealthy professionals

low income families

elderly people

sport and history students

What advantages does Horton bring to workers?

There are plenty of jobs available in the town.

You can drive to nearby cities in a short time.

You can get to several cities quickly by train.

Working conditions are better here than in other towns.

Which of the following is the best description of Horton?

A quiet, country town which has a number of good leisure facilities.

A friendly, historic town which is a great place to live, work and take a holiday.

A busy, industrial town which has good links to neighbouring cities.

A dirty, unpopular town which has little to offer visitors or residents.

Read the text

There was once a prince called Llewellyn. His father King John gave him a
hunting dog, called Gellert. It was a fine dog. It stood as high as his hips
and it could smell a deer a mile away. One day Llewellyn decided to go
hunting with his friends and called all his dogs to him. All the dogs came
except Gellert. He stood in the doorway of the castle, wagging his tail, and
putting his head on one side like dogs do when they want to be friendly, but
he wouldn’t come. Llewellyn and his friends had a bad day’s hunting; they
caught nothing. On the way home they were in a bad mood. As they came
towards the castle Gellert came bounding out to meet them, wagging his
tail. As Gellert came closer, Llewellyn saw that he had blood on his jaws, on
his chest and on his sides. «How can that be? »Llewellyn asked himself.
Gellert had come from the castle. Then Llewellyn remembered that the dog
often played with his baby son, and he remembered that Gellert was half
wild and half wolf. «Perhaps he has killed my son! » he thought, and he ran
into the castle to the child’s room. There was no sign of the baby and all
the furniture was overturned and there was blood everywhere. Llewellyn
took out his short sword and drove it into the side of Gellert. And, with the
last gasp of life from Gellert, so Llewellyn heard the cry of the baby from
beneath the overturned cot. He ran to the cot and picked it up, and there
lay his son, smiling and unharmed. But just behind the cot was a dead wolf.

Answer the questions.

1. Why did Llewellyn keep dogs?
___________________________________________________
2. How do you know when dogs want to be friendly?
________________________________________________________
3. Why were Llewellyn and his friends unhappy when they came back from
hunting that day?
________________________________________________________

Circle the correct option.

4. Gellert was reluctant to meet his master when he came back from hunting.
 A. True B. False
5. Gellert had been fighting in the baby’s room.
A. True B. False
6. Llewellyn suspected Gellert of having killed his son because ________
A. It used to play with his son
B. It wasn’t a pedigree
C. It was wagging his tail
7. Llewellyn realized his son was still alive _________
A. After he had killed Gellert
B. As Gellert was dying
C. When he picked the cot up

8. The baby was crying because __________

A. He was laying beneath his overturned cot
B. He was hurt
C. The dog was dead
9. Find a word in the passage that means the same as
Knocked over _______________________

10. Find a word in the passage that means the same as

Bottom half of the face _______________________

READING
In British schools children aged 5-11 are now being taught how to be “nice”. They
have special lessons explaining how to make friends, how to resolve disputes and to
control their tempers, for example. They also learn how to express envy, how to say
“Sorry”, how to compliment other people and how to listen to other people’s
problems with a sympathetic ear. In one session children talk about their different
emotions and play a game called “Guess what I’m feeling”, and they also build an
“emotional barometer” to show their feelings. In another lesson they write words
like “generous”, “sensible” and “honest” on bricks and then they use the bricks to
build a “wall of friendship”.

The government, which is spending about ten million pounds on this initiative,
believes that many children no longer learn these things at home, so schools have
to provide the emotional and social guidance that they need. School inspectors
emphasise that bad behaviour and indiscipline in many secondary schools is
affecting teaching and learning; the government hopes that this new project will
improve the situation. But some people think that only a small minority of children
need this sort of help and that these lessons will use up valuable time that should be
spent on academic subjects. Nick Seaton, the head of the Campaign for real
Education, says these lessons are absolute nonsense: “Parents do not send their
children to school to have them spending their time talking about their emotions in
this way. They send them so they can learn to read, write and add up.”

What do you think? Would lessons like these be a waste of time in your country?
How would students in your class react if such an initiative was introduced into your
school?

1. Read the text an answer the questions in your own words.

A) Who are the lessons aimed at?
....................................................................................
B) What are these special lessons about?
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C) What is the purpose of the game “Guess what I’m feeling”?
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D) Why does the government think these lessons are necessary?
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E) Does Nick Seaton agree with the government’s opinion?
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2. Say if these statements are true or false. Give evidence from the text.
A) These special lessons are mainly based on human relationships
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B) Students have to learn by reading books and learning theory
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C) The government says that parents don’t teach their children how to
behave emotionally.
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D) According to the inspectors’ opinion, learning will improve if students
know how to manage their feelings and emotions
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E) Nick Seaton says that parents are in favour of the government’s policy.
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3. Find words or phrases in the text that have these meanings.
A) Quarrels ................................
B) Building material ....................................
C) Give .................................
D) Advice ...................................
E) Make better ........................................
F) Rubbish/meaningless .........................................
THE CHURCH BELL OF ATRI
A long time ago, in the village of Atri, there was an excellent mayor. He lived in the Town
Hall, next door to the church. This mayor cared about the villagers. If anyone was in
trouble, they would come to see him and he would sort it out. Sometimes however, he was
out. So, one day, he set up a new system. He announced that, if anyone was in trouble, or if
anyone was the victim of a crime – there were no police in those days – they should ring
the church bell. The system worked very well. If anyone rang the bell, all the villagers
would come running, as well as the mayor himself. They would listen to the complaint and
sort it out together.
There was a young man in the village, who fancied himself as a dashing knight. One day, he
decided that his horse was too old for his flashy image. He set the horse loose to look
after itself and he bought a young horse, a huge beautiful white stallion. He pranced
around the village in blue and red silk clothes on his magnificent steed, trying to attract
the attention of the young ladies and make all the other young men jealous.
The old horse roamed around the village, eating what grass there was, but when winter
came, there was none and there was no-one to give it any hay. It wandered into the town
centre and into the church. The bell rope had worn thin and it looked like straw to the
horse. It gave a tug and began to nibble it. The church bell rang out loud and clear. Of
course, everyone came running. They felt sorry for the poor skinny horse. The mayor
decided that the horse had been wronged and was in need of support. He ordered the
young man to take it back and look after it properly. All the villagers made sure he carried
out the instruction.

TRUE or FALSE? Correct the false sentences. Answer the questions in full sentences.

1) This story happened recently. a) Where did the mayor live?

2) The village had a really good mayor. b) What was his attitude towards the
3) The mayor lived in the church. villagers?
4) The mayor looked after the villagers. c) What was the system that the mayor
5) The villagers depended on the police to sort announced?
out crimes. d) Why didn’t the villagers depend on the
6) The mayor set up a new system. police?
7) The mayor told the villagers to ring the e) How did the new system go?
church bell if there was any trouble. f) Why did a certain young man let his
8) The mayor never went out. horse go?
9) There was a young man in Atri who thought g) How did the horse manage on its own?
he was something special. h) Where did it go and what did it do?
10) The young man took his old horse to an animal i) Who came to see what was happening?
refuge centre. j) How did the villagers react when they
11) He bought a car to replace his horse. saw the horse?
12) He rode his white stallion round town, trying k) What decision did the mayor make
to attract the attention of the young women. about the horse?
13) His old horse rang the church bell. This story was written in the thirteenth or
14) The mayor ordered him to look after his old fourteenth century and its author is anonymous.
horse. What is the moral of the tale, do you think?
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