READING PET

Name: . Mark:
MIGUEL NGEL MEZA RUEDA
5th May 2017

Part 1
Questions 1-5
Look at the text in each question. What does it say? Circle the correct letter A, B or C.
Example:
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A Remember to buy your ticket when you get on the ferry.
Please purchase tickets
at the office before B You should buy your ticket before getting on the ferry.
boarding the ferry C The ferry wont leave if you havent got a ticket.

A Rob is enjoying his holiday.

B Rob loves rainy weather.
C The weather has spoiled Robs holiday.

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EXPERIENCED The shop needs:
SALESPERSON NEEDED TO A full-time salespeople to sell mens clothing.
SELL EXCLUSIVE
MENS CLOTHING B salespeople with experience to work part-time.
AFTERNOONS ONLY
C a young salesperson to start work immediately.

A The swimming pool will be heated on Tuesday afternoons.

B Swimmers may use the other pool on Tuesday afternoons.
C On Tuesday afternoons, swimmers cant use the heated pool.

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A DVDs may be returned through the letterbox over the
CLOSED BETWEEN weekend.
Saturday 5 pm
and Monday 9 am B The DVD shop is closed from Saturday morning until Monday
Please return DVDs through evening.
the letterbox.
C Return DVDs before 9 am on Monday.

5 Andrew,
Please take my books back to A Mum wants Andrew to take his books back to the library.
the library before you go to
your basketball practice. B Mum asks Andrew to return her books to the library.
Thanks,
Mum C Mum tells Andrew to go to basketball practice before he goes
to the library.

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 Part 2
Questions 6-10
The teenagers below are all looking for a summer camp. On the next page, there are
descriptions of eight summer camps for young people. Decide which summer camp would be
the most suitable for the following teenagers. For questions 6-10, mark the correct letter (A-H).

Alex is 18. Hes planning to study marine biology at university. He is

6 very interested in whales and seals. He would like to see these
animals in their natural habitats.

Marissa is keen on horses. She has always dreamed of living on a

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horse farm. She wants to learn more about horses.

Next year, Linda wants to study cinema at university. She doesnt

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want to be an actor or director. She wants to be a sound technician.

Nathan loves the ocean. He enjoys water skiing and diving. He

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wants to learn to sail a boat.

Matthew has been studying classical piano since he was five.

10 Matthew loves classical music, but he wants to learn more about
popular music.

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 SUMMER CAMPS

A ADVENTURES ON THE CARIBBEAN

Do you enjoy sea sports? Come to Adventures on the Caribbean Summer Camp. Learn to surf, scuba dive and sail
a boat. Get scuba diving certifications ranging from beginner to instructor. Join us for an amazing three-week
summer camp on a yacht.

B HORSE HEAVEN
Come to Horse Heaven Summer Camp and discover the unique connection between man and horse. At Horse
Heaven, our campers dont only learn to ride a horse, they also learn how to take care of it. Come to Horse Heaven
and make friends with a horse.

C BRANDYWINE MUSIC CAMP

Calling all classical musicians! Come to Brandywine Music Camp.
Study music with professional musicians. Meet people with the same interests. Perform in the camp orchestra.
Come and play with us at Brandywine.

D HOLLYWOOD ACTORS CAMP

Do you know what actors Brad Mitchell, Fiona Fogg and Regina Waters are doing this summer? They are going to
be working with young actors at the Hollywood Actors Camp. Do you want to be a star? Come and join us and
get a chance to work with the pros.

E OCEAN ADVENTURE
Come to Ocean Adventure Summer Camp to learn about seals and whales.
At our camp we have got:
kayaking expeditions to the seals secret caves
voyages on a whale observation boat
fascinating lectures from local experts and marine biologists
And for fun, there are campfires and barbecues on the beach.

F ROCK CAMP
Do you want to be a rock star? Come to Rock Camp. Weve got a special programme for young musicians.
Campers can study piano, drums or keyboard. We also have special classes for singers. Learn how to read music or
prepare for an audition. Join us at Rock Camp and learn all about todays most popular music.

G COWBOY CAMP
Have you ever wanted to be a cowboy? Come to Cowboy Camp.
At Cowboy Camp, youll learn how to ride a horse and rope cattle. But thats not all. Well also teach you how to
set up a campsite in the wild and cook a delicious meal on a campfire.

H FILM CAMP
Tired of sitting in the audience? Do you want to make your own films?
Come to Film Camp and learn all about making films. If you want to be a director, you can direct your own film.
If you want to be an actor, you will have lots of opportunities to act. And for all you techies, there are courses in
camera, lighting and sound. Sign up today!

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 Part 3
Questions 11-20
Look at the sentences below about Nottinghamshire. Read the text below to decide if each sentence is
correct or incorrect. If it is correct, tick ( ) A. If it is not correct, tick ( ) B.
A B
11 Tourists only come to Nottinghamshire to see the countryside.

12 Travelling around Nottinghamshire by car is very convenient.

13 It isnt pleasant to walk around Nottingham in the rain.

14 You can get information about Nottinghams history in the City Hall.

15 Theres a very old pub next to Nottingham Castle.

16 Robin Hood probably lived in Sherwood Forest when John was King of England.

17 Every year, theres a four-day event in Sherwood Forest.

18 Visitors to the Tales of Robin Hood museum are taken to an imaginary forest.

19 The museum provides food and entertainment for visitors.

20 Nottingham is a good place to visit for the young and old.

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 WHY VISIT NOTTINGHAMSHIRE?
For a holiday with a difference, try Nottinghamshire. Situated in the East
Midlands of England, the area offers beautiful walks with spectacular
panoramic views of the countryside. Many of the old historic towns and cities
make Nottinghamshires history come alive with their impressive cathedrals,
churches and museums. Easily accessible by car, the area has become a
popular tourist destination. Nottingham is the capital city and theres
something to do for every member of the family.
Nottingham is known as the Queen of the Midlands and is delightful even in
the rain. The city centre is very compact and its easy to walk from one tourist
site to the next. Pick up brochures and maps at the Information Centre in the
City Hall. They will tell you where to go and give a brief account of
Nottinghams history.
Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, the oldest inn in England, sits in the shadow of
Nottingham Castle. Dating back to 1189, today its a pub with a wonderful
atmosphere. There are many tunnels, caves and secret passages that lead from
the inn into the castle.
It is believed that Robin Hood, Englands most colourful folk hero, came
from Nottinghamshire. During the days of King John, the legendary Robin
and his band of Merry Men robbed the rich to feed the poor. Many exciting
stories tell us of their adventures in Sherwood Forest. If you visit Nottingham in October, theres usually a pageant in
the castle grounds. This is a spectacular four-day event where the entertainers dress up in clothes similar to those that
people wore 1,000 years ago.
The Tales of Robin Hood is an interactive museum where visitors sitting in cable cars are taken to a simulated
Sherwood Forest. Flying arrows, ferocious wolves and the Sheriff of Nottingham are there to frighten us all. But we
know that Robin Hood and his Merry Men will save us in the end. And if you think that the museum is not for you, how
about a candlelit banquet at the Sheriffs Lodge? A five-course meal with entertainment is provided and everyone has to
dress up in authentic Robin Hood costume.
You can make your stay in Nottingham even more memorable if you explore the unique labyrinth of caves under the
city, visit the many museums and galleries and participate in a walking Ghost Tour one evening. Nottingham is the
capital of an area thats proud of its past, and theres a lot to offer in the city and in the surrounding area for adults and
children alike.

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 Part 4

Questions 21-25
Read the text below and the questions on the next page. For each question, mark the correct
letter A, B, C or D.

Lynns Blog
I have just come back from an amazing day in New Delhi, the capital of India. I saw
many places in the city and I took some great photos in one of the markets.
Here are some of the amazing photos I took!
The most interesting place we went to was the National Gandhi Museum. I had
heard the name Gandhi before, but I didnt know much about him until today.
At the museum, I learned that Gandhi was a very special person. He was a small
and quiet man. He dressed in simple clothes and lived in a very simple house. He
didnt look or behave like a great leader, but he changed the history of India. The
Indian people loved and admired Gandhi so much that they gave him the name
Mahatma, which means Great Soul.
Mahandas Karamchard Gandhi was born in India in 1869. When he was 19, he went
to London to study law. Then he moved to South Africa, where he worked as a
lawyer. In 1915, Gandhi returned to India. At the time, India was ruled by the British
and the British often treated the Indians badly. Gandhi believed that his country
should be free, but he didnt believe in using violence. So he organised peaceful
demonstrations against the British.
In the end, Gandhi succeeded. The British left India and it became an independent
country in 1947. Sadly, Gandhi was shot and killed in 1948 by a man who didnt
agree with his beliefs.
The next time I have to write about a person I admire, I think Ill choose Gandhi!
Mahatma Gandhi

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21 Why has the writer written this text?
A to describe India
B to tell us about Gandhis life
C to persuade people to come to New Delhi
D to explain the history of India

22 From the text, we learn that Gandhi:

A grew up in South Africa.
B was unknown to most Indians.
C was an important part of the history of India.
D looked and acted like a powerful man.

23 According to the writer, Gandhi was given the name Mahatma because:
A the Indians cared about him.
B he had died.
C he agreed with the British.
D he was a religious man.

24 How did Lynn feel when she left the museum?

A bored
B confused about Indias history
C impressed by what she had learned about Gandhi
D sad that Gandhi had died after a long illness

25 Which of the following statements sums up Gandhis beliefs?

A It is possible to fight and win without guns and wars.
B If you wear simple clothes and live in a simple house, you will change history.
C You should shoot and kill people who dont agree with your beliefs.
D Only use violence if peaceful demonstrations dont work.

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 Part 5

Questions 26-35

Read the text and choose the correct word for each space. For each question, mark the correct
letter A, B, C or D.
Example:
0 A do B get C have D are

Over 4,000 couples come to (0) ............... married in the village of Gretna Green every year. Why do
you think this small town is so special?

In 1754, England (26) ............... a law that changed this sleepy Scottish village forever. The law stated
that people (27) ............... the age of 21 couldnt marry without the permission of their (28) ............... .
But this law didnt apply to Scotland, where (29) ............... people got married at 16. So what did
couples do (30) ............... they were in love and under 21? They ran away to Scotland, (31) ............... .
Gretna Green became a very popular place for (32) ............... . Stories tell us of lovers who travelled
many days (33) ............... in difficult conditions to get there. Todays laws are different, but the
(34) ............... of running away to Gretna Green is still popular for young couples (35) ...............
want a romantic wedding with a difference.

26 A received B passed C accepted D decided

27 A under B at C over D by

28 A area B children C daughters D parents

29 A educated B young C old D religious

30 A if B while C however D as

31 A forever B in time C of course D actually

32 A celebrations B birthdays C occasions D weddings

33 A because B and C or D but

34 A schedule B timetable C idea D plan

35 A which B what C where D who

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 WRITING PET
MIGUEL NGEL MEZA RUEDA
5th MAY 2017

Part 1

Questions 1-5
Here are some sentences about Alisons summer holiday. For each question, complete the
second sentence so it means the same as the first. Use no more than three words.

Example:
0 Its been two days since my best friend Alison returned from London.
two days ago
My best friend Alison returned from London .................................................... .

1 She called me to tell me about her holiday.

She called me so she .................................................... me about her holiday.

2 Alison said that she had walked all over the city.
She said that she had spent a lot of time .................................................... the city.

3 Alison told me that London wasnt as exciting as New York.

Alison told me that New York .................................................... than London.

4 Unfortunately, she didnt have time to go to Edinburgh.

Unfortunately, there wasnt .................................................... for her to go to Edinburgh.

5 If she travels to the UK again, she will go to Edinburgh.

Hopefully, she will have time .................................................... Edinburgh if she visits the UK again.

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 Part 2

Question 6
You and some friends are planning to go away for the weekend. Write an e-mail to an English-speaking
friend called Darren. In your e-mail, you should:

tell him where you are going and when.

invite him to come with you.
say when you are leaving and where you will meet.

Write 35-45 words.

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 Part 3

Write an answer to one of the questions (7 or 8) in this part. Write your answer in about 100 words.
Write the question number.

Question 7
Imagine you write an advice column for a newspaper. This is part of a letter you received from

one of the readers.

Please help me. I dont know what to do. I won

100,000 in the lottery. My parents want me to
put all the money in the bank. My friends want
me to have a big party. I want to buy a
motorbike and travel all around the world. What
should I do?

Now answer the letter giving advice.

Question 8
Your teacher has asked you to write a story.
This is the title for your story:
Adventure in the City
Now write your story.

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