Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

1 A. ideal
1 B. prospect
1 C. opinon
1 D. view

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

2 A. willing
2 B. helpful
2 C. beneficial
2 D. accustomed

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

3 A. access
3 B. entrance
3 C. allowance
3 D. commencement

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

4 A. move
4 B. push
4 C. lead
4 D. submit

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

5 A. mean
5 B. common
5 C. average
5 D. broad

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

5 A. slim
5 B. skinny
5 C. weak
5 D. shallow

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

6 A. permission
6 B. limitation
6 C. existence
6 D. allowance

Part 1

For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A,B,C or D) best fits each gap.

The British dental catastrophe

For most of us, going to the dentist every six months used to be the norm. True, we might not have relished the (1) ………….., but at least it didn’t mean taking out a second mortgage to pay for any possible treatment, or queueing overnight in the rain with hundreds of others just for the chance to register with an NHS dentist. But these days, fewer than half of us visit the dentist on a regular basis and it’s not hard to see why. There simply aren’t enough dentists to go round. Finding a dentist (2) ………….. to provide NHS treatment can be almost impossible in some areas. Official
figures show that half the people in England have no (3)………….. to an NHS dentist, while research shows that not going to the dentist regularly will not only (4)…………. to bad teeth, but it could also put you at risk of serious health problems such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes and even mouth cancer.
Although it’s difficult to make direct comparisons, a recent survey that compared access to NHS dentists in Britain with access to dentists in other European countries and the US, shows how serious the situation has become. The survey found on (5) …………. there were fewer than four NHS dentists per 10,000 in England, compared with six dentists per 10,000 in the US. Things tend to be worse away from major cities so if you live in the country, your chances of seeing an NHS dentist are (6) ………… .
The situation has arisen because dentists, overwhelmed by the pressures of NHS dentistry, are increasingly moving into private work. Dentists say NHS fees mean that they can’t offer patients a high-quality service. The current system makes only minimal (7) ……………. for preventative work, although dentists are trained to detect symptoms that could have implications for both your dental and general health, and should (8) …………. out for suspicious signs at every check-up.

7 A. search
7. B look
7. C scan
7 D. anticipate

Part 2

For questions 9-16, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap.

Memory lapse or dementia?

It’s a horribly disconcerting experience – groping to remember your best friend’s name, forgetting an arrangement that you made only yesterday or realising that your pin number has vanished into a memory black hole. These ‘senior moments’ affect us all at times, but when do brief memory lapses or moments of confusion become something you (9) to worry about? The fear that you might, literally, be losing your mind, is one that can be very real, (10) if you’ve seen a parent or relative develop Alzheimer’s. Dementia affects around 750,000 people

disease destroys brain cells and as the structure and chemistry of the brain become increasingly damaged, the person’s

ability to remember, understand and communicate gradually declines. It’s a particularly cruel disease because it robs us of

in the UK, and although there are 100 different forms of it, Alzheimer’s is the (11) common. This who the memories that make us (12) we are, define our experience and provide us with the means to communicate with other people. Although lots of us experience memory problems at some time, in most (13) these have (14) to do with dementia. It’s important to put the risk into perspective. The reality is that, although it does happen, dementia is

unusual under the age of 65. For the majority of people memory lapses will be nothing (15) than occasional blips. It is important to realise that your memory slows down a bit as you age, but this is a very gradual decline, quite different from the more dramatic deterioration that happens with Alzheimer’s. The most common early sign of a problem is forgetting recently learned information.

While Although (16) it’s normal to forget appointments and telephone numbers occasionally, people with early dementia tend to forget more frequently and they also forget the same information again later.

Part 3

For questions 17-24, read the text below. Use the word given in capitals at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line.

Why you can’t say no to certain foods

Are you a chocoholic or a fast food addict? Don’t blame yourself – certain foods can trigger an eating binge, but there are ways to control the cravings. Even if you’re a fairly disciplined eater, there are sure to be foods you’ll have no (17) RESIST to. For some it’s a bar of chocolate, for others a burger. You probably think there’s no one to blame but your weak-willed self. But the reassuring truth is that when it comes to controlling your junk food intake, the odds are heavily stacked against you. High-fat, high-sugar foods can act like an (18) ADDICT

drug, making us crave even more of the same. In the States, where (19) OBESE rates are reaching epidemic proportions, there’s even a group called Junk Food Anonymous, which aims to help people recover from their (20) DEPEND on synthetic or refined food. Fat is often added inexpensive to food to make it more palatable so it’s a good way of making (21) EXPENSE , bland food irresistible

seem tastier. Another reason certain foods are so (22) RESIST is that they have a very real effect on our mood, making us feel more relaxed. Our eating habits develop when we are young and as we move into adulthood the chocolate that

we were rewarded with as a young child becomes a guilty (23) INDULGE. We might feel we’ve earned the right to treat ourselves after a hard day at work, for example.

Past (24) ASSOCIATE can reinforce bad eating habits that are difficult to break free from.

Part 4

For questions 25-30, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given. Do not change the word given. You must use between three and six words, including the word given.

Did anything about his behaviour seem strange to you? STRIKE

Did anything about his behaviour (25) strange?

She takes photographs as a hobby rather than as a job. MUCH

Taking photographs (26) a job as a hobby for her.

Ben needs to clean his car. HIGH

It’s (27) his car.

I didn’t turn the TV on because I didn’t want to wake the baby. FEAR

I didn’t turn the TV on (28) the baby.

I’m not surprised he looks tired if he only had three hours’ sleep last night. GIVEN

It’s not surprising that he looks so tired (29) slept for three hours last night.

You’ll need to practise every day if you want to be a professional musician. DO

Only by (30) you stand a chance of becoming a professional musician.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(31) What is suggested in the opening paragraph?

A. Teenagers don’t want to get their clothes dirty.
B. Teenagers are more interested in fashion than health.
C. Older people are much healthier than they used to be.
D. Teenagers won’t take exercise if older people are around.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(32) According to Andrew Findley

A. children write false notes to excuse them from PE at school.
B. parents need to be skillful at the sports that children like.
C. parents are unhappy with the sports facilities in schools.
D. parents sometimes aggravate the situation.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(33) Roger Draper believes that the situation could be improved by

A. offering a wider choice of activities.
B. scrapping all traditional sports.
C. banning all team sports in schools.
D. introducing extreme sports to inspire teenagers.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(34) One of the problems with pushing a teenager to be more active is they may

A. not appreciate the wider benefits of exercise.
B. become too tired to do their schoolwork.
C. insist on their parents taking up a sport too.
D. resent the fact that they can’t do certain sports with their friends.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(35) In order to inspire a teenager, you

A. should tell them about the sports you used to play when you were young.
B. should stress how lucky they are to have good sports facilities.
C. Ought to practice what you preach.
D. should ban them from watching TV in the evening.

Part 5

You are going to read an article about encouraging teenagers to keep fit
For questions 31-36, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which you think fits best according to the text.

Get them going!

Welcome to the world of the 21st century teenager – where DVDs and computer games rule and trainers are something you wear to look cool rather than run in. As a result, at a time when they should be at their peak fitness, the UK’s teenagers are lagging badly behind. A national survey recently found that many 16- to 20-year- olds had less aerobic capacity and muscle strength than healthy 60-year-olds. And not surprisingly this is giving cause for concern.
Roger Draper, chief executive of Sport England, agrees. ‘If they want to give themselves a head start in staying healthy for life, teenagers need to get into the exercise habit now‘, he says. ‘We want to see more teenagers channelling their natural energy into exercise in any shape or form.’
Many parents think that encouraging teenagers into sport is something schools should take responsibility for but Andrew Findley, a former PE teacher, points out that schools can only go so far. ‘The majority of pupils only get two hours of PE a week so although it’s better than nothing there’s only so much teachers can do – parents have a major role to play too’, he says. ‘It always amazed me how many pupils would come with a note from home excusing them from PE without good reason. A lot of teenagers also feel it’s not cool to do well at school and that goes for PE as much as other subjects.’
A recent survey of 11- to 14-year-olds revealed that sport is becoming a less popular way of spending leisure time while the number of children in that age range who say they love sport has dropped by 10 per- cent compared to previous years. Roger Draper puts this down to the number of other pursuits competing for teenagers’ leisure hours, from playing on the computer to going out clubbing. ‘That’s why we’re looking to support sports such as skateboarding and other street sports, which young people are increasingly interested in. We cannot just promote the old tradition- al sports of football, hockey and cricket – many teenagers still want to play these but many others don’t and we need to broaden sport’s appeal.’
Membership of sports clubs drops significantly in teenage years; 71 percent of 7- to 10-year-olds belong to a club compared to 43 percent of 15- to 19-year- olds. The danger is that those who have dropped out may not take up another activity to keep them fit and will enter adulthood with a sedentary lifestyle. While

for teenagers who wouldn’t even dream of joining a sports club in the first place, it’s particularly important that they find alternative exercise they enjoy – or at least do regularly.
It’s great if teenagers show an interest in competitive sport but if they don’t, it’s essential to realise that exercise and the health benefits it brings are more important than becoming brilliantly skilled in a particular discipline. It’s all very well talking about the benefits of exercising but when you’re faced with telling a sulky 16-year-old you’re not driving them down the road because the walk will do them good, it’s another matter. So is it really worth the effort? Bearing in mind the way a teenager’s mind works can help parents to strike a balance between encouraging a more active lifestyle and what will be viewed as nagging. Dr Dawn Skelton points out that most teenagers find it hard to imagine themselves getting older and live for today not tomorrow, so the importance of keeping fit for the future may be lost on them.
‘Parents need to focus on how a healthier lifestyle can help them now’, she says. ‘If they are studying for exams for instance, research shows that exercise can boost their concentration levels. Girls might be inspired by the fact that exercise can improve their looks in terms of their skin as well as their figures and teenage boys might like the idea of building up their muscle mass. Sport can also be useful social contact through which they can form relationships that last a lifetime.’
And of course, setting a good example helps too. It’s no good telling your child to get up and be active if you are slouching in front of the TV. Family trips to the swimming pool, bowling alley or nearest country park will help you all to stay active – with family harmony as an extra bonus. If they try something they aren’t keen on, encourage them to give it a good go but if they are still adamant it’s not for them try and find an alternative rather than insisting they carry on or just give up. Many clubs provide taster sessions so you don’t have to shell out for a whole course and risk your teenager dropping out after a few tries. Maybe the most important thing is to remember that whatever they choose to do, it can be challenging but it should be fun. That way they are more likely to stick at it and reap the rewards of a healthier lifestyle.

(36) When a teenager is willing to try something new, parents

A. should never pay money upfront for them to take part in a sport.
B. shouldn’t force the issue if things don’t turn out as expected.
C. shouldn’t risk them joining a club unless it has been recommended.
D. should be careful to avoid any sports that are expensive.

Part 6

You are going to read four reviews of a new restaurant. For questions 37-40, choose from reviews A-D. The reviews may be chosen more than once.

Which reviewer

37. makes inferences to New York in their review when discussing the restaurant’s decor, like reviewer B?

A. If any among you still doubt that David Beckham is an exceedingly smart cookie, members of the jury, allow me to submit the clinching evidence. A few weeks ago, the Daily Mirror recently reported, he withdrew as an investor in his chum Gordon Ramsay’s Union Street Cafe, which opened in Southwark on Monday. The Mirror did not explain why, revealing only that the two men ‘wanted different things’. We could speculate for hours about what that means, but let me posit this theory: Beckham wanted a really good restaurant and Ramsay wanted something else. This is not to suggest he wanted a really bad restaurant. Eccentric as his psycho shtick may make him appear, he is not clinically insane, and this newbie, his 10th in Britain, is far from atrocious. It would be more endearing, or at least more memorable, if it were. What makes it so irk- some is the so-what-ishness of this rather brand new restaurant.
B. Here's what I'm going to do: I'm going to close my eyes, stick my fingers in my ears and pretend I don't know that this big, new, shiny restaurant in Southwark has anything to do with Gordon Ramsay. Otherwise, it's impossible to approach without being blind-sided by the baggage trailed in his wake. He's the tallest of poppies, our Gordon; everybody lining up to give him a trampling. So let's make believe that Union Street Cafe is brought to us by nice, anonymous people intent on giving us fine food and a good time. You in? This is Big Sweary's first opening without his eminence grise pa-in-law, with whom he fell out in spectacular, Greek tragedian fashion. Sorry, I'll try again. It's all cheery bustle in this high-windowed and handsome room, more New York than London, in its studied mix of haute-industrial and luxury: ducting and concrete, framing well-spaced tables and designer leather chairs. The open kitchen is set on high, pulpit-style; inside is chef Davide Degiovanni, formerly of the Four Seasons. It's a telling piece of recruitment: despite the warehouse disguise, this is not about the grunge.
C. Union Street Cafe is not a cafe and isn't strictly in Union Street (see address below) but it's certainly the most talked-about and 'in' new restaurant for the autumn. This, you'll doubtless know, is because it was rumoured that its owner, Gordon Ramsay, the former footballer who once had a trial with Rangers, was going into partnership with David Beckham, the well- known foodie. Why this macho convergence would have made for an ideal restaurant, is hard to fathom. Have we got a picture in our heads of Victoria in a lace pinny, sulkily announcing the daily specials? No? Just me, then. But it doesn't matter now, because Beckham chose not to invest any dosh. So the USC is just a new Gordon Ramsay joint, in a funny part of town. Great Suffolk Street isn't hopelessly grotty, just a bit down-at-heel. It, and Union Street which it bisects, are in the heart of Southwark, the raffish heart of Olde South London that's now so trendy, bounded by Tate Modern, Borough Market, Guy's Hospital and the London Dungeon. I think it appealed to Gordon because it's London's version of Brooklyn; edgy, but without the West End's gleam and swagger. And there's a famous Union Street in Brooklyn.
D. David Beckham pulled out at the last minute, but that hasn’t stopped a rush for tables at Gordon Ramsay’s new venture; and the fact that Union Street Cafe is doing brisk trade, proves that Ramsay himself retains impressive pulling power. With its casual urban setting and emphasis on Italian cooking, this venue marks a welcome departure for the megastar chef, who has drafted in Davide Degiovanni to head up the kitchen. Expect small portions of accomplished, ingredients-led dishes, ranging from intensely flavoured tagliolini with rabbit and provolone, or lamb cutlets with baked fennel and onion, to Amaretto and chocolate budino, a deliriously rich, custardy dolce. Switched-on young staff in casual garb are a good fit for the restaurant’s warehouse-chic theme and there are cocktails aplenty in the basement bar. ‘I absolutely loved the whole package,’ said one fan.

Part 6

You are going to read four reviews of a new restaurant. For questions 37-40, choose from reviews A-D. The reviews may be chosen more than once.

Which reviewer

38. like reviewer A, suggests that the public might lack sympathy with Ramsay’s public persona?

A. If any among you still doubt that David Beckham is an exceedingly smart cookie, members of the jury, allow me to submit the clinching evidence. A few weeks ago, the Daily Mirror recently reported, he withdrew as an investor in his chum Gordon Ramsay’s Union Street Cafe, which opened in Southwark on Monday. The Mirror did not explain why, revealing only that the two men ‘wanted different things’. We could speculate for hours about what that means, but let me posit this theory: Beckham wanted a really good restaurant and Ramsay wanted something else. This is not to suggest he wanted a really bad restaurant. Eccentric as his psycho shtick may make him appear, he is not clinically insane, and this newbie, his 10th in Britain, is far from atrocious. It would be more endearing, or at least more memorable, if it were. What makes it so irk- some is the so-what-ishness of this rather brand new restaurant.
B. Here's what I'm going to do: I'm going to close my eyes, stick my fingers in my ears and pretend I don't know that this big, new, shiny restaurant in Southwark has anything to do with Gordon Ramsay. Otherwise, it's impossible to approach without being blind-sided by the baggage trailed in his wake. He's the tallest of poppies, our Gordon; everybody lining up to give him a trampling. So let's make believe that Union Street Cafe is brought to us by nice, anonymous people intent on giving us fine food and a good time. You in? This is Big Sweary's first opening without his eminence grise pa-in-law, with whom he fell out in spectacular, Greek tragedian fashion. Sorry, I'll try again. It's all cheery bustle in this high-windowed and handsome room, more New York than London, in its studied mix of haute-industrial and luxury: ducting and concrete, framing well-spaced tables and designer leather chairs. The open kitchen is set on high, pulpit-style; inside is chef Davide Degiovanni, formerly of the Four Seasons. It's a telling piece of recruitment: despite the warehouse disguise, this is not about the grunge.
C. Union Street Cafe is not a cafe and isn't strictly in Union Street (see address below) but it's certainly the most talked-about and 'in' new restaurant for the autumn. This, you'll doubtless know, is because it was rumoured that its owner, Gordon Ramsay, the former footballer who once had a trial with Rangers, was going into partnership with David Beckham, the well- known foodie. Why this macho convergence would have made for an ideal restaurant, is hard to fathom. Have we got a picture in our heads of Victoria in a lace pinny, sulkily announcing the daily specials? No? Just me, then. But it doesn't matter now, because Beckham chose not to invest any dosh. So the USC is just a new Gordon Ramsay joint, in a funny part of town. Great Suffolk Street isn't hopelessly grotty, just a bit down-at-heel. It, and Union Street which it bisects, are in the heart of Southwark, the raffish heart of Olde South London that's now so trendy, bounded by Tate Modern, Borough Market, Guy's Hospital and the London Dungeon. I think it appealed to Gordon because it's London's version of Brooklyn; edgy, but without the West End's gleam and swagger. And there's a famous Union Street in Brooklyn.
D. David Beckham pulled out at the last minute, but that hasn’t stopped a rush for tables at Gordon Ramsay’s new venture; and the fact that Union Street Cafe is doing brisk trade, proves that Ramsay himself retains impressive pulling power. With its casual urban setting and emphasis on Italian cooking, this venue marks a welcome departure for the megastar chef, who has drafted in Davide Degiovanni to head up the kitchen. Expect small portions of accomplished, ingredients-led dishes, ranging from intensely flavoured tagliolini with rabbit and provolone, or lamb cutlets with baked fennel and onion, to Amaretto and chocolate budino, a deliriously rich, custardy dolce. Switched-on young staff in casual garb are a good fit for the restaurant’s warehouse-chic theme and there are cocktails aplenty in the basement bar. ‘I absolutely loved the whole package,’ said one fan.

Part 6

You are going to read four reviews of a new restaurant. For questions 37-40, choose from reviews A-D. The reviews may be chosen more than once.

Which reviewer

39. disagrees with the other three reviewers, believing Ramsay’s new restaurant to be not particularly fashionable?

A. If any among you still doubt that David Beckham is an exceedingly smart cookie, members of the jury, allow me to submit the clinching evidence. A few weeks ago, the Daily Mirror recently reported, he withdrew as an investor in his chum Gordon Ramsay’s Union Street Cafe, which opened in Southwark on Monday. The Mirror did not explain why, revealing only that the two men ‘wanted different things’. We could speculate for hours about what that means, but let me posit this theory: Beckham wanted a really good restaurant and Ramsay wanted something else. This is not to suggest he wanted a really bad restaurant. Eccentric as his psycho shtick may make him appear, he is not clinically insane, and this newbie, his 10th in Britain, is far from atrocious. It would be more endearing, or at least more memorable, if it were. What makes it so irk- some is the so-what-ishness of this rather brand new restaurant.
B. Here's what I'm going to do: I'm going to close my eyes, stick my fingers in my ears and pretend I don't know that this big, new, shiny restaurant in Southwark has anything to do with Gordon Ramsay. Otherwise, it's impossible to approach without being blind-sided by the baggage trailed in his wake. He's the tallest of poppies, our Gordon; everybody lining up to give him a trampling. So let's make believe that Union Street Cafe is brought to us by nice, anonymous people intent on giving us fine food and a good time. You in? This is Big Sweary's first opening without his eminence grise pa-in-law, with whom he fell out in spectacular, Greek tragedian fashion. Sorry, I'll try again. It's all cheery bustle in this high-windowed and handsome room, more New York than London, in its studied mix of haute-industrial and luxury: ducting and concrete, framing well-spaced tables and designer leather chairs. The open kitchen is set on high, pulpit-style; inside is chef Davide Degiovanni, formerly of the Four Seasons. It's a telling piece of recruitment: despite the warehouse disguise, this is not about the grunge.
C. Union Street Cafe is not a cafe and isn't strictly in Union Street (see address below) but it's certainly the most talked-about and 'in' new restaurant for the autumn. This, you'll doubtless know, is because it was rumoured that its owner, Gordon Ramsay, the former footballer who once had a trial with Rangers, was going into partnership with David Beckham, the well- known foodie. Why this macho convergence would have made for an ideal restaurant, is hard to fathom. Have we got a picture in our heads of Victoria in a lace pinny, sulkily announcing the daily specials? No? Just me, then. But it doesn't matter now, because Beckham chose not to invest any dosh. So the USC is just a new Gordon Ramsay joint, in a funny part of town. Great Suffolk Street isn't hopelessly grotty, just a bit down-at-heel. It, and Union Street which it bisects, are in the heart of Southwark, the raffish heart of Olde South London that's now so trendy, bounded by Tate Modern, Borough Market, Guy's Hospital and the London Dungeon. I think it appealed to Gordon because it's London's version of Brooklyn; edgy, but without the West End's gleam and swagger. And there's a famous Union Street in Brooklyn.
D. David Beckham pulled out at the last minute, but that hasn’t stopped a rush for tables at Gordon Ramsay’s new venture; and the fact that Union Street Cafe is doing brisk trade, proves that Ramsay himself retains impressive pulling power. With its casual urban setting and emphasis on Italian cooking, this venue marks a welcome departure for the megastar chef, who has drafted in Davide Degiovanni to head up the kitchen. Expect small portions of accomplished, ingredients-led dishes, ranging from intensely flavoured tagliolini with rabbit and provolone, or lamb cutlets with baked fennel and onion, to Amaretto and chocolate budino, a deliriously rich, custardy dolce. Switched-on young staff in casual garb are a good fit for the restaurant’s warehouse-chic theme and there are cocktails aplenty in the basement bar. ‘I absolutely loved the whole package,’ said one fan.

Part 6

You are going to read four reviews of a new restaurant. For questions 37-40, choose from reviews A-D. The reviews may be chosen more than once.

Which reviewer

40. like reviewer C, believes that having a famous owner, has helped the popularity of the restaurant?

A. If any among you still doubt that David Beckham is an exceedingly smart cookie, members of the jury, allow me to submit the clinching evidence. A few weeks ago, the Daily Mirror recently reported, he withdrew as an investor in his chum Gordon Ramsay’s Union Street Cafe, which opened in Southwark on Monday. The Mirror did not explain why, revealing only that the two men ‘wanted different things’. We could speculate for hours about what that means, but let me posit this theory: Beckham wanted a really good restaurant and Ramsay wanted something else. This is not to suggest he wanted a really bad restaurant. Eccentric as his psycho shtick may make him appear, he is not clinically insane, and this newbie, his 10th in Britain, is far from atrocious. It would be more endearing, or at least more memorable, if it were. What makes it so irk- some is the so-what-ishness of this rather brand new restaurant.
B. Here's what I'm going to do: I'm going to close my eyes, stick my fingers in my ears and pretend I don't know that this big, new, shiny restaurant in Southwark has anything to do with Gordon Ramsay. Otherwise, it's impossible to approach without being blind-sided by the baggage trailed in his wake. He's the tallest of poppies, our Gordon; everybody lining up to give him a trampling. So let's make believe that Union Street Cafe is brought to us by nice, anonymous people intent on giving us fine food and a good time. You in? This is Big Sweary's first opening without his eminence grise pa-in-law, with whom he fell out in spectacular, Greek tragedian fashion. Sorry, I'll try again. It's all cheery bustle in this high-windowed and handsome room, more New York than London, in its studied mix of haute-industrial and luxury: ducting and concrete, framing well-spaced tables and designer leather chairs. The open kitchen is set on high, pulpit-style; inside is chef Davide Degiovanni, formerly of the Four Seasons. It's a telling piece of recruitment: despite the warehouse disguise, this is not about the grunge.
C. Union Street Cafe is not a cafe and isn't strictly in Union Street (see address below) but it's certainly the most talked-about and 'in' new restaurant for the autumn. This, you'll doubtless know, is because it was rumoured that its owner, Gordon Ramsay, the former footballer who once had a trial with Rangers, was going into partnership with David Beckham, the well- known foodie. Why this macho convergence would have made for an ideal restaurant, is hard to fathom. Have we got a picture in our heads of Victoria in a lace pinny, sulkily announcing the daily specials? No? Just me, then. But it doesn't matter now, because Beckham chose not to invest any dosh. So the USC is just a new Gordon Ramsay joint, in a funny part of town. Great Suffolk Street isn't hopelessly grotty, just a bit down-at-heel. It, and Union Street which it bisects, are in the heart of Southwark, the raffish heart of Olde South London that's now so trendy, bounded by Tate Modern, Borough Market, Guy's Hospital and the London Dungeon. I think it appealed to Gordon because it's London's version of Brooklyn; edgy, but without the West End's gleam and swagger. And there's a famous Union Street in Brooklyn.
D. David Beckham pulled out at the last minute, but that hasn’t stopped a rush for tables at Gordon Ramsay’s new venture; and the fact that Union Street Cafe is doing brisk trade, proves that Ramsay himself retains impressive pulling power. With its casual urban setting and emphasis on Italian cooking, this venue marks a welcome departure for the megastar chef, who has drafted in Davide Degiovanni to head up the kitchen. Expect small portions of accomplished, ingredients-led dishes, ranging from intensely flavoured tagliolini with rabbit and provolone, or lamb cutlets with baked fennel and onion, to Amaretto and chocolate budino, a deliriously rich, custardy dolce. Switched-on young staff in casual garb are a good fit for the restaurant’s warehouse-chic theme and there are cocktails aplenty in the basement bar. ‘I absolutely loved the whole package,’ said one fan.

Part 7

You are going to read an extract from a magazine article about following your little passions in life.
Choose from the paragraphs A-G the one which fits each gap (41-46). There is one extra paragraph which you do not need to use.

A. In fact, if you’re not feeling passionate, there is evi- dence that acting as if you are can help! ‘If you jump, throw a fist in the air and shout “Yes!”, a feedback loop in your brain will interpret this behaviour as pas- sionate and you’ll get a surge of adrenaline,’ she explains. ‘People who are under-emotive can increase their pleasurable hormonal responses by behaving enthusiastically.’

B. If you are not sure exactly what you want to explore, try tasters in subjects you’re interested in first. Get a book about it, talk to someone who’s done it, find a one-day workshop. Perhaps your passion could simply be trying new things?

C. Passion can be as simple as teaching children to play football or getting up early in the morning to photo- graph a beautiful sunrise. It’s not about doing some- thing because you think you should or because it will make you money – it’s about doing something you love as well as you can, purely for the love of it.

D. Whether this particular example of passion is mis- placed or not is another matter. It’s about people standing up for something they really believed in. It was their ‘cause’, even though few people agreed with their ideals. They were prepared to fight for what they wanted and risked everything in the process.

E. It’s fairly easy to identify passionate people in the public eye – most people at the top of their profes- sion have needed a hefty amount to get them there. But there’s a difference between pure passion and cold, calculating ruthlessness. True passion usually involves a positive gain directed outside ourselves – towards other people or nature. But what if you’re struggling to muster enthusiasm for daily life, let alone to feel passionate about anything?

F. Consider what you are doing when time seems to fly. What did you love as a child or teenager? Consider anything you’ve felt ‘naturally’ drawn towards. What activity never seems like work and always boosts your energy?

G. According to international coach Anthony Robbins we each need to find the emotional force that drives us. ‘The most important decision we make in life’, says Robbins, ‘is to focus on something that will get us inspired, excited, something that will move us, some- thing that will ignite a spark.’

Make it happen

‘One person with passion is better than forty people merely interested’, the author E M Forster once said. Some people’s passion may be about winning Olympic gold, discovering a cure for cancer or sailing across the Atlantic single-handed, but passion doesn’t always have to involve amazing, earth- shattering feats or superhuman efforts.

41.

In 1959 Dr Robert White, an American personality psychologist, introduced the term ‘effectance motivation’, or the urge we all have to engage with our environment to make our influence felt, and to master tasks in a competent fashion. You can see this if you watch children when they’re transfixed with mastering a game or task. Time flies and they have no sense of anything going on outside their ‘concentration zone’: that’s a slice of pure passion and emotion in action!

42.

Sometimes passion can be ignited by things we don’t want to happen as much as by those we do. Almost every campaign for public good, from the abolition of slavery through to women’s right to vote and Live Aid for Africa, started with a spark of passionate rage that grew to a far-reaching flame. The last of these examples reflecting the growing trend for celebrities fighting for a good cause.

43.

The truth is that passion can ebb and flow and when we’re tired, depressed or despondent it tends to be the first thing to disappear. But according to Christine Dunkley, a psycho- logical therapist, we have a lot of control.

44.

This is important because being passionate may help us live longer. A study by Professor Thomas Glass examined the impact of activities we might feel passionate about on longevity. The findings were dramatic. ‘Social engagement was stronger than things like blood pressure, cholesterol, or other measures of health.’ So do something for your health. Ask yourself what you feel strongly about. What would you like to do, change, make, become?

45.

Every one of us has an interest in something, but it often gets sidelined with the demands of daily life. We may come to view it as an indulgence, or worry we will be judged for it, particularly if the thing we love isn’t something we’re particularly good at. But passion doesn’t necessarily mean being great at something. And what if you don’t know where your passion lies?

46.

Whatever you settle on, the main thing is to find something. Reawaken your passionate side and appreciate the passion in others. You’ll find life becomes more fulfilling and colour- ful. We may not be able to live every minute of every day passionately – that would probably be exhausting! But with a bit of thought and imagination, passion is something we can enjoy experiencing at least a little of every day.

Part 8

You are going to read some extracts from a health advice magazine. For questions 47 – 56, choose from the articles (A-E). The articles may be chosen more than once.

In which extract is the following mentioned?

47. People may be unaware of something that is causing disease in their body.

48. Cutting back too much can be harmful.

49. If you feel self-conscious, this could be for you.

50. A shocking hygiene confession is made.

51. This could be a flexible way to monitor your activity and performance levels.

52. A change in body reaction could be dangerous.

53. Drastic measures may not achieve the expected results.

54. You should reassess your lifestyle to see if it is causing a bad habit.

55. People need to be aware of the dangers of something that seems safe.

56. A high-profile health problem boosts manufacturers’ turnover.

Health advice magazine

A. There are now five times as many cases of food poison- ing as there were 20 years ago. It’s partly down to the fact that we eat out more often. Consider that one in three men and one in five women admit that they don’t wash their hands after going to the toilet or before preparing food; it’s enough to put you off popping out for a quick bite on a Friday night. And before you reach for one of those mints sitting on the counter by the till, think how many non-hand-washers have dipped their fingers into that bowl. But the problem isn’t restricted to grubby eateries. More than half of food poisoning infections are contracted in the home. This may be because people are eating more pre-prepared food and shopping less often, so food is stored for longer. But most food poisoning is preventable if you know what you’re doing.

B. Next time you have a headache, don’t automatically reach for the painkillers. Using them too often could be more dangerous than you think. For a vulnerable minority, the route to addiction can be alarmingly fast. It’s thought that overusing painkillers leads to changes in the way the brain handles pain signals, so it becomes oversensitive to stimuli that wouldn’t normally cause pain. As the pain threshold lowers, people seek out stronger medication and increase the dosage and soon they are hooked. Somewhere along the line we have become blase about the dangers of these medicines which are available in petrol stations, news agents and supermarkets. People must not assume that over the counter drugs are safe because clearly this is not the case.

C.The basic premise of detox is that we need to clear the toxic waste from our bodies every so often in order to stay healthy. It sounds a reasonable idea, but nutrition experts are quick to point out that there’s no evidence to support it. Detoxing is a concept that underestimates the abilities of our liver and kidneys. Any toxins that do get absorbed are very efficiently dealt with and secreted by our bodies. The concept of detox diets is irrational and unscientific. Those promoting detox diets often claim that in order to detoxify, we should avoid foods such as wheat and dairy products. The reality is that these foods provide us with important nutrients, and it is unnecessary and potentially harmful to exclude them from the diet.

D. There is a lot of publicity about the dangers of having ‘high cholesterol’ at the moment – mainly coming from companies that make special foods that claim to lower it for you. It is a widespread problem though: according to the British Heart Foundation around two thirds of British people have a blood cholesterol level above the suggested healthy target figure. And as there are no symptoms until it causes dis- ease, many people with high cholesterol may not be aware that they have it. However we need some cholesterol because the body wouldn’t function without it! It is a key part of cell membranes and it is also found in bile, which is important for digestion and absorption of fat.

E.Just like a real-time personal trainer (PT), an online coach discusses personal goals, tailors exercise schedules and offers advice to clients of all abilities. Instead of face-to- face guidance, however, the virtual trainer gives feedback via emails and texts – perfect for the self-concious exerciser! While critics say that it is impossible to effectively train clients without meeting them, online coaches offer a valuable compromise when it comes to training. First they are a cost-effective alternative. Second, they represent a more flexible option, especially if your work takes up much of your time or makes it difficult for you to commit to regular sessions. And just because your coach is in cyberspace, it doesn’t mean he won’t be keeping tabs on you. The mere thought of the next email should have you racing to put on your sports kit.

F.Most of us are unclear as to where social drinking stops and alcohol dependency starts. A heavy-drinking student is fairly normal, but a 40-year-old party animal? A sozzled 60-year-old? At what point do the questions demand a serious answer? Recommendations from the government are that men should consume no more than three to four units of alcohol a day and women only two to three units. Of course, committed social drinkers of all ages often ignore units, taking comfort from the fact that they are not reaching for the bottle before lunchtime, and their friends are drinking as much as they are so it must be alright. But you can even test yourself online by looking at Alcohol Concern’s website to determine if alarm bells should be ringing. Most people can reduce their alcohol consumption without professional help but it’s not just about cutting down, it’s about editing your life to remove the reasons you are drinking too much.

Writing Part 1

You must answer this question. Write your answer in 220-260 words in an appropriate style.

1. You have listened to a radio discussion programme about which measures could be taken, by local authorities, to reduce traffic and pollution in big cities. You have made the notes below:

Which measures should be taken, by local authorities, to reduce traffic and pollution in big cities?

provide exclusive lanes for public transport
introduce a congestion charge for vehicles accessing the city centre
ban all vehicles from the city centre during busy hours

2. Some opinions expressed in the discussion:

“Cars are the main factor contributing to pollution and should not be allowed to the city centre.”
“The costs of imposing a congestion charge is much higher than the benefits.”
“Public transport is the best solution.”

Write an essay discussing two of the solutions in your notes. You should explain which solution would be the most effective in reducing the pollution and the traffic in big cities, giving reasons in support of your answer.

You may, if you wish, make use of the opinions expressed in the discussion, but you should use your own words as far as possible.

This response will be reviewed and graded after submission.

Writing Part 2

Write an answer to one of the questions 2-4 in this part. Write your answer in 220-260 words in an appropriate style.

2. You have just completed six months working as a volunteer for a global organisation helping to educate children in Africa. In preparation for a meeting with the person in charge of your area, you have been asked to write a report to him/her.

Your report should explain what you feel you have achieved in this position so far, describe any problems you have had, and suggest any improvements you think are necessary.

Write your report.

3. Your teacher wants you and your classmates to improve your critical-thinking skills. She asks you to write a review of your favourite novel.

Discuss the plot of the book, the writer’s style in telling the story, the development of the characters, and what you find interesting as well as lacking. Mention if and how you would change the story in any way.

Write your review.

4. You have recently taken up a new hobby which you really enjoy. Write a letter to a friend telling them all about your new hobby.

Mention any special equipment or training that you need. Say what attracted you to the hobby in the first place and why you find it so enjoyable. Say if you think they would enjoy it or not and why.

Write your letter. You do not need to include postal addresses.

This response will be reviewed and graded after submission.

LISTENING Part 1

You will hear three different extracts. For questions 1-6, choose the answer (A, B or C) which fits best according to what you hear. There are two questions for each extract.

Extract One

You will hear two friends talking.

1. Why did Karen want to go riding with Annie?

A to improve her daughter’s riding skills

B to strengthen her relationship with her daughter

C to spend time with her friend who is a riding instructor

2 How did Karen feel when she rode her horse?

A inadequate compared to the other riders

B relieved that it had gone better than she’d expected

C concerned about accidents

Extract Two

You will hear part of a radio interview with an actor, about how he tries to keep fit.

3 Bob goes to the gym because

A he isn’t disciplined enough to go running.

B he enjoys the social aspect of it.

C he is trying to lose weight for a particular event.

4 Bob believes that New Year’s Resolutions

A can never have a worthwhile effect on people.

B do more harm than good.

C can inspire people to make a change.

Extract three

You will hear two people talking about a new activity they have taken up.

5 George decided to go ice skating

A because he’d always wanted to try it.

B because he’d bought his daughter a pair of ice skates.

C to find out if he was still good at it.

6 Alison was surprised when she went line dancing because

A it was a better workout than she had expected it to be.

B the music during her first lesson was very contemporary.

C most people were wearing strange clothes.

Listening Part 2

You will hear a radio report about panic attacks. For questions 7-14, complete the sentences.

People tend to have a panic attack when their brain tells them they are in a 7

The first sign of a panic attack is often an abnormal beating of 8

It may be useful to keep a diary of any 9 you have so that you can analyse them.

You should not 10 from places that cause you to panic.

If you tense and relax all your 11 your whole body will actively relax.

Holding a 12 to to your face can help you breathe during an attack.

13 for 10 to 15 seconds will calm hyperventilation.
14 such as herbs, camomile tea and aconite can relieve panic attacks.

Listening Part 3

You will hear part of a radio interview with a psychologist, about friendship. For questions 15-20, choose the answer (A, B, C or D), which fits best according to what you hear.

15 According to the presenter

A We have to adjust our friendships as our lives change

B new books are being written to teach people how to manage friendships.

C it’s almost impossible to keep childhood friends for life.

D the most important friends are childhood friends.

16 Barbara warns that foul-weather friends

A never want you to be happy.

B engineer bad situations so that they can feel superior.

C have their life perfectly organised.

D can spoil the times when you are feeling good about life.

17 The danger of a trophy friend is that

A he or she will inhibit your social life.

B you may develop unrealistic expectations.

C he or she will push you to be a higher achiever.

D he or she will expect you to become more popular.

18 A sisterly friend

A can be relied on but may be too involved in your life.

B will resent other close friendships in your life.

C will be as close to your family as she is to you.

D will want to go out on dates with you and your new partner.

19 According to Barbara, a good friend

A probably needs to be someone that you see very often.

B tends to ask for your help slightly more than you would like but you tolerate it.

C doesn’t expend too much of your time or energy.

D never puts you in a serious mood.

20 When making new friends

A try to be as funny as you can.

B don’t mention serious issues before you have got to know them well.

C be sensitive to their need for space.

D spend as much time with them as you can.

Listening Part 4

You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about their weight.

While you listen you must complete both tasks.

TASK ONE

For questions 21-25, choose from the list A-H the person who is speaking.

21. Speaker 1

22. Speaker 2

23. Speaker 3

24. Speaker 4

25. Speaker 5

A a hair stylist

B a car park attendant

C a police officer

D a primary school teacher

E a shop assistant

F a receptionist

G a driving instructor

H a gardener

TASK TWO

For questions 26-30, choose from the list A-H what each speaker is expressing [which statement most accurately reflects what the speaker says].

26. Speaker 1

27. Speaker 2

28. Speaker 3

29. Speaker 4

30. Speaker 5

A I enjoy the encouragement people give each other.

B Job satisfaction inspired my weight loss.

C We aren’t meant to talk while we are working.

D I eat at work because I am bored.

E Special events encourage me to eat badly.

F Convenience food has made me fat.

G I didn’t realise I could find help for my illness.

H My job involves working with food so I eat too much.

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