English Language B2 Level Exam

English language B2 level exam consists of 5 sections.

Section I-Reading. it includes two texts. First with multiple choice questions and second gap
filling

See the examples below:

BE WEB WISE

You are going to read an article about online safety. For questions 1-3, choose the answer (A,
B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Protect your computer, by all means, but don't forget to protect yourself, advises web safety
expert, Amanda Knox.

We're always being urged to stay safe online. But in an era where the internet is part of our
everyday lives - for work, fun, study, shopping, even managing finances - it's not always easy
to spot the dangers. Web safety expert, Amanda Knox, explores some of the issues lurking in
cyberspace.

Her first piece of advice is to install software and a firewall to protect your computer from
viruses, hackers and criminals who want to steal your data or financial information. ''Think of
these as your first line of defence,'' says Amanda.

So much for protecting yourself against intruders, but what about other problems? Say you've
accidentally deleted an important file or you've been at the mercy of a natural disaster. Katy
Marsh runs an online photography business from home and when a fire destroyed part of her
house it could easily have spelled ruin for her business too. ''Luckily I keep a regular back-up
of my data so it wasn't a catastrophe.'' Amanda advises that while back-ups are good to have
we must ensure we protect our computers to start with.

Whilst most of us are aware of the need to protect our computers, it seems we're more lax
when it comes to looking out for ourselves, at least according to a recent web awareness survey.
Web safety specialists say better personal awareness is needed and this is due in part to the rise
of 'Social Networking' sites like 'Facebook' or 'Twitter', which allow us to connect with people
around the world with similar interests and professional backgrounds.
Questions

1) In the second paragraph the phrase 'first line of defence' suggests something

a) is the only option. b) offers protection. c) is an instruction.

2) The effect of the fire was

a) worse for Katy's business than her home. b) to ruin Katy's business.

c) not as serious for Katy's business as it could have been.

3) According to the web awareness survey, our attitude to our personal safety is rather

a) relaxed. b) concerned. c) positive.

Career success in the arts

Three sentences have been removed from the article. Choose the most suitable sentence from
the list A-C and put it in the text.

John Prince, famous dancer and choreographer, gives advice on how to succeed in a career in
the arts.
I asked John how he got started and what requirements there are. "Well, to be a professional
dancer it's useful to have had acting lessons or some background in drama. If you want to
succeed in musical theatre you have to have a good singing voice as well. When you approach
an agent you should take a portfolio with your CV, your statistics sheet and some good photos
and reviews of past performances. You'll need dance clothes, ballet shoes, tap shoes, and even
roller skates depending on what kind of show you are going to go for." (1)________________
"Of course, you need to be extremely fit if you want to be a professional dancer. I dance or
move about for about six hours a day. There are great health benefits to being a dancer. I can
eat a lot of pasta without gaining weight because dancing increases your metabolism so much."
(2) __________John has a very busy schedule in the next few months. He took time out to
speak to me today from the making of a pop video to promote N-ergy's latest record. "I
choreographed the dance routine for the boys and they only had 2 days in which to learn it! I
am going to be working on a video for another well-known band - but that's top secret. Next
month I'll be touring Spain in a production of a musical that was written by a friend of mine,
Michaela Evans. (3) ________ .
A. After that it's back to England to start a new term of dance classes.

B. When it comes to coping with stress, I find that exercise helps me to cope with my problems,
so I stay in good shape mentally as well.

C. Being fully equipped with all this stuff beforehand makes it easier when you go for
auditions.

Section II- Vocabulary

It consists of 3 parts.

1. complete the sentences with appropriate words.

Example:
1. Forest fires can start naturally; for example, when ___ strikes the ground during a
storm.
a) thunder c) gasoline b) rubbish d) lightning
2. There is still some doubt among scientists about the ___ of global warming.
a) review c) cause b) effort d) flood
3. Tim's job ___ communicating with newspapers and magazines about his company's
products.
a) appreciates c) adores b) regards d) involves

2. Phrasal verbs
Example:
set off, pick up, hang on, get in
A: You’re arriving in Rome next Friday, right?
B: Yes, that’s right.
A: I’ll (1) ________ you ________ if you like? (collect)
B: That would be lovely.
A: What time does your plane (2) _______________? (arrive)
B: (3) _______________ (Wait). I’ll just check on the ticket. Er…..20.45.
A: OK. If I (4) _______________ (leave the house) at about 8.00p.m., I’ll be there on
time.

3. Word Formation
Example:
1. _________________ people are not always the happiest.
a. wealth b. wealthy c. wealthily
2. There was an _________________ line of cars waiting to cross the border.
a. end b. endless c. ending
3. He runs a _________________ restaurant near the beach.
a. fashion b. fashionable c. unfashionable

Section III- Grammar

Examples:
1. She ________ be Canadian because she’s got a British passport.
A) can’t B) isn’t able to C) mustn’t

2. “Our daughter ________”, they said.

A) was born since three years
B) is born for three years ago
C) was born three years ago

3. When ________ English?

A) has he begun to study B) has he begun study
C) did he begin to study D) did he begin study

4. He’s a good guitarist, but he plays the piano ________ .

A) quite well B) too hardly C) very good D) much better

5. When you go to the shops, bring me ________ .

A) a fruit tin B) a fruits tin C) a tin of fruit D) a tin of fruits

Section IV-writing
Example:

1. I thought I’d _____ you a line to tell you about my new job.
a. drop b. get c. let
2. _____ me know what you've been doing.
a. Get b. Let c. Tell
3. It was nice to hear _____ you.
a.at b.by c. from

section V – Listening