Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

Listening 3 Recording 4 Listen and underline the correct

answer, a), b) or c).
1 Recording 3 Listen and match speakers 1–6
with topics a) –h). There are two extra answers 1 The couple have now     b    .
you do not need. a) been married for nearly thirty years
b) become grandparents
1 Mark   d   c) decided to go away somewhere different
2 Sally ___ 2 For their wedding anniversary, they ____.
3 David ___ a) took their family to the beach
4 Karen ___ b) were given tickets to the Maldives
5 Anthony ___ c) chose to push the boat out and go on holiday
6 Lola ___ 3 On their first visit, the island was ____.
a) inhabited by friendly locals
a) illegal immigration b) virtually deserted and the beach was pristine
b) antisocial behaviour c) a quiet place where only local fishermen fished
c) child labour 4 They had stayed in a ____.
d) capital punishment a) small thatched dwelling by the beach
e) drink-driving b) hut that they had built themselves
f) freedom of speech c) romantic hotel in a cave
g) ageism 5 When they returned there, they were ____.
h) the war against drugs a) delighted that the beach was still so unspoilt
b) expecting everything to have changed
5 c) dismayed to discover the area had been developed
6 They now look back on their honeymoon ____.
2 Recording 3 Listen again and write true (T) or a) and cherish all the great memories from it
false (F). b) with a sense of sadness and loss
c) and regret that it was such a disastrous trip
1 Mark believes that if it made obtaining
firearms more restricted, the U.S. would 5
have a lower crime rate. T 
2 Sally thinks people who risk everything
to escape their own countries deserve
Grammar
everything they get.     
3 David acknowledges that the purchase of 4 Choose the correct answer to complete the text,
low-priced goods made in developed a), b) or c).
countries gives children the chance to pay
If I didn’t have my family to think about, 1 a in
for an education they’d otherwise not have.     
this case I do, I’d move out of the city in a flash and
4 Karen appreciates living in a country
relocate to a secluded village 2           I could enjoy a
where there is no fear attached to saying
bit of peace and quiet. We’ve 3           in the city for
what you think.     
ages now and over the last few years the increase in
5 Anthony sees every reason for people to
antisocial behaviour 4           quite noticeable. To be
cause a nuisance or vandalise property
honest, I no longer feel safe. 5           a real pity, as
when there are no jobs to be had.      6
           the choice, I’d much prefer to go into town
6 Lola considers that we live in a fairly
with friends than be stuck at home alone. 7          
balanced society and is glad that the
constantly amazes me, though, how many of us
wisdom gained through life is not wasted.     
seem 8           forgotten how to enjoy the simple
things in life like walking in the countryside.
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1 a) which b) who c) whom

2 a) since when b) where c) for which
3 a) been lived b) living c) been living
4 a) has become b) becomes c) is becoming
5 a) It’s b) What’s c) That’s
6 a) doing b) given c) making
7 a) This b) It c) What
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 Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

5 Complete the second sentence with no more Vocabulary

than five words so that it means the same as the
first. Use the word in capitals. 7 Complete the sentences. Use the correct form
of the words in brackets.
1 We’ve got two cars and they’re sports cars.
BOTH 1 The investigating team agreed that a miscarriage
We’ve got two cars, both of which are sports (carry) of justice had indeed occurred.
cars.  2 Having read all the positive reviews, I’d have to
2 Fred lost his temper so I walked out of the room. say that in my opinion the restaurant was
POINT completely                               (rate).
Fred lost his temper,        I 3 The cottage, which had been                               (habit)
walked out of the room. for nearly a decade, was in a very poor state of
3 Isn’t that the man with the son who’s in prison? repair.
WHOSE 4 This is the only one of its kind in the whole world
Isn’t that the man        ? so it’s                               (place) and, therefore,
4 We’ve got two computers but they’re not working. priceless.
NEITHER 5 Although she was given the best treatment money
We’ve got two computers,       could buy, her condition continued to
. (generation).
5 Erik never goes back to the big, old house in the 6 Abbey Road has been                               (mortal) by
village. He was born there. the music of the Beatles and will always have a
WHERE place in the history of the 60s music scene.
Erik never goes back to the big, old house in the 7 The                               (establish) march was a
village        . peaceful affair that aimed to demonstrate how
6 I may have to work late so I’ll call you if I do. disgruntled the general populace were at the
CASE government’s mismanagement of the economy.
I may have to work late,        
call you. 6

5 8 Complete the sentences with the words from

the box. There are three words you do not
6 Correct two mistakes in each sentence. need.

1 It’s the a pity that your sister, whose who lives in congestion convictions deserted
Hawaii, can’t make it to your wedding. freedom gaudy infrastructure
innocence punishment unexposed
2 To approach the car from the front, I looked at the
uninhabitable vicinity
two front tyres, both of whom were flat.
3 A big group of people, many whom were from the 1 Some proponents of capital punishment are
village, watched in horror as the huge waves suggesting it should be brought back for crimes
crashing against the side of the small boat. such as terrorism.
4 It looks me as though I’ll be late as there’s a 2 Although all the rooms were painted in bright,
five-miles tailback on the motorway. colours and clearly hadn’t been changed since the
seventies, we saw the potential it had.
5 Since when are you interested in visiting old,
3 Government cuts will mean that much-needed
beautiful Egyptian ruins? improvements to the existing                     will have to
6 I could hardly believe when my leather brown coat be curtailed for the time being.
was stolen from work. I really thought it was a 4 In our legal system, previous                     are not
safe place to have left it. made public during a court case so that a fair
7 Adam went on a twenty-miles-long run, the result hearing can be given to the defendant.
5 A new initiative to tackle homelessness aims to
for which was that he slept all afternoon.
create homes from currently                     old
8 It’s not coincidence that he ran away on the night buildings.
of the arson attack and isn’t seen or heard of since. 6 Ironically, the prosecutor’s use of CCTV footage
9 For her birthday I baked a chocolate, large rich provided proof of the defendant’s                     .
cake, who I then decorated with gold leaf. 7 Don’t be surprised if the town square is
completely                     in the middle of the day.
8 People take their siesta then, to avoid the midday
heat.

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 Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

8 If you were in the                     at the time, how is it

that you claim to have seen nothing of the
incident?

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 Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

9 Complete the sentences with one word. 11 Complete the proposal with words and
phrases a)–m) below. There are two options
1 The judge severely condemned the man for having
you do not need.
taken the law into his own hands.
2 His lawyer said the only course of action left to I’d first like to give 1  f   information. We’re a
him was to appeal                     the sentence he’d group of teachers who have taught all around the
been given. world so we’ve built up a network of contacts. To
3 It was shocking to see how run-                    2
                    , we’re going to talk briefly about our plan
grandfather’s farmhouse had become in the years to create an online material bank and discussion
since his accident. forum for teachers around the world.
4 This government will not tolerate those The 3                    our proposal is to obtain sufficient
individuals or gangs who are known to mete out funding for us to get this project off the ground, and
their own type of rough                     . the aim of the project itself is to build up a support
5 The police were amazed that someone had the network for teachers, which in effect will be created
gall to                     out a robbery of that scale in by them, for them.
broad daylight. OK, what 4                    initially is to create lesson plans
6 Fortunately, education systems and local action and relevant materials which can be used for set
groups are working to improve environmental levels or stages and will cover a broad range of
, so most citizens nowadays do know about the curriculum subjects. We’re 5                    with a menu of
issues that are affecting our planet. lesson options linked to each subject and provide
7 Amnesty International has always been a fierce information on the level and age that the materials
defender of and advocate for human                     would be most suitable for. What 6                    that
worldwide. these materials are added to by other teachers who
8 If we are to minimise cultural misunderstandings send in their own plans and resources, which we
in relation to gender, we need to bear in                     then publish on the site.
the role that women play in other societies. We know that this 7                    because we’ve spoken
to many other teachers around the globe who, as
7 developers of their own resources, are keen to share
their ideas and this site will provide them with this
opportunity. It will give rise to many benefits: in
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Function                     , teachers all around the globe will have a
platform for sharing resources and ideas. This in
10 Replace the incorrect word in the sentences. turn will mean they have other ways to supplement
1 Instead of going on holiday in the summer when their own banks of teaching materials. Secondly,
everyone is doing the same thing, I’d much prefer there is 9                    of increasing collaboration
sooner wait until the autumn when it’s cooler and between other nations and cultures. We will be
quieter everywhere, wouldn’t you? setting up subject-orientated discussion forums too
2 Taken the choice, I would much rather travel so that teachers may ask questions and discuss
everywhere by public transport than by car. It’s so aspects as they wish to.
much cheaper and less stressful. So, to 10                    , we’re looking to provide an
3 Without a shadow of a dilemma, the economic opportunity for greater international cooperation
situation is most definitely worsening as people between teachers and for best practice to be shared
are having to economise more and more. in a more informal manner. You can be a part of this
4 No doubt would I speak to my parents like that! In by helping to provide start-up funds for our site.
my opinion, you were totally wrong to disrespect Is there 11                    clarification?
them in that manner.
5 I’m afraid it’s totally out of the situation for you to a) the long-term benefit h) going to come up
take unpaid leave right now. We’re incredibly b) idea is feasible i) that’s our plan
busy and must have completed this order by the c) sum up j) start with
end of the month. d) main objective of k) the first instance
6 When push comes to jump, you really find out e) looking to come down l) we plan to do
who your true friends are and which people are f) you some background m) anything needing
there when you most need help. g) we’re proposing is

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 Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

Reading 1 Fiona was c   Maggie before she went on

12 Read the email and choose the correct holiday.
answer, a), b) or c). a) thankful that Jack made up with
b) glad she managed catch up with
Dear Maggie c) apologetic for not seeing
How are you and the boys? I hope everything’s 2 Fiona decided to visit Sozopol                     .
going well and you managed to sort out that a) because Maggie recommended it
misunderstanding with Jack. I’m sorry I didn’t get to b) when it wasn’t at its busiest
see you before I left but things were a bit frantic – c) as she’d only heard good things about it
you know me, leaving everything until the last 3 The houses are                     .
minute. a) built pretty close together
I’m sitting on the balcony of my hotel room, b) well maintained
overlooking the clear blue waters of the Black Sea. c) charming because of the way they’ve been
A few sailing boats are drifting by but otherwise modernised.
there is just limitless blue as far as the eye can see. 4 The nearby restaurant                     .
The sun is high in a cloudless sky while seagulls fly a) has a bright and sunny terrace
past on the warm, gentle sea breezes. b) is always bustling with people
This is Sozopol, a picturesque Bulgarian seaside c) serves traditional cuisine
town. May is a very good time to be here because 5 More curious visitors                     .
it’s not yet high season. I don’t think you’ve been to a) might be surprised by the lack of shops
Bulgaria, have you? I’ve wanted to come here for a b) can discover the work of local artisans
long time as I’ve read so much about the country c) won’t be able to resist the tacky souvenirs
and we only see a very one-dimensional picture on 6 Fiona imagines that Sozopol might be                     .
those awful property programmes on television. a) her kind of place when busy
All the streets here in the centre of the old town are b) quite an interesting place in the summer
cobbled and very narrow. The buildings are made of c) best to avoid in the peak season
wood and stone and most of them have overhanging
balconies so you could almost jump from one house 5
to the next! You get the feeling that time has
somehow stopped here. Many of the buildings are in
a poor state of repair but the shabbiness adds to the 13 Read the letter again. Underline true (T) or
charm. Just next door is a traditional restaurant with false (F).
a huge terrace. The vines are heavy on the trellises 1 Fiona admits she’s not one to keep on top
that cover the outdoor area and offer shade from the of things. T/F
heat of the sun. It’s so atmospheric and peaceful. 2 She’s writing on a calm, still day. T/F
There are, of course, the inevitable and ubiquitous 3 In May, Sozopol is just entering the
shops selling tourist stuff but if you’re a little more busiest time of year for tourism. T/F
adventurous you can find some fabulous glass and 4 Fiona’s knowledge of Bulgaria comes
ceramics. This must be a haven for the local artists solely from reading guidebooks. T/F
as the environment is certainly very inspiring. I’m 5 She thinks the country is largely
going to buy a couple of paintings for the new house misrepresented by TV programmes. T/F
and perhaps some glassware as well. 6 The old town is full of character. T/F
My eyes have certainly been opened though. I 7 The author remarks that all the local
would hesitate to come here at the height of the buildings are dilapidated and in need
tourist season as it must be heaving. You know me of attention. T/F
and my dislike of crowds! 8 Fiona’s hotel is located close to an eatery
Anyway, tomorrow I’m heading inland to explore that has a wonderfully relaxed ambience. T/F
the mountains. I don’t know whether there’ll be any 9 You have to be prepared to look beyond
reception there but if there is, I’ll write to you again the obvious, typical souvenirs to find
next week. more interesting local products. T/F
Love, 10 Fiona feels that this place must really
Fiona x attract and influence artists in the area. T/F
11 Fiona doesn’t recommend visiting in the
summer because of the heat. T/F

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 Advanced Achievement test 2 (Units 3–4)

Writing
15 A description: Choose a place you know well
14 Underline the correct alternative. and write a guidebook entry in 200–250 words.
1 In effective/conclusion, if we’re to tackle social Include at least three of the topics below.
inequalities, we need to first understand what the  architecture
principle barriers are to employment among the  food and drink
worst off.
 history
2 The isolation of elderly people within our
 location
communities illustrates very clearly one of today’s
most important issues/causes, that is, the  nearby attractions
disintegration of our local communities and the  the people
loss of traditional family values.                                                               
3 Of course there should be a limit imposed on the                                                               
number of climbers ascending Mount Everest,                                                               
given the impact they are having on the natural                                                               
environment. One possible reference/solution                                                               
would be to restrict the number of climbers                                                               
allowed access to the mountain per season.                                                               
4 One of the positive consequences/anecdotes of the                                                               
proposed bypass through an area of natural beauty                                                               
was that the community came together in protest                                                               
and became more of a cohesive unit.                                                               
5 Some people are obsessed with sharing everything                                                               
they think or do on social networking sites. This                                                               
refers/represents a growing problem in terms of a                                                               
lack of attachment to reality and of meaningful                                                               
engagement with the society in which we live.                                                               
6 The recent social unrest has caused/led to a rise in                                                               
vandalism, an increase in policing levels and                                                               
general public dissatisfaction.                                                               
                                                              
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