Complete the passage with the words provided:
In Korea, in former days the marriage between a man and woman represented the joining of two families, rather (1) ______ the joining of two individuals. The event (2) ______ Taerye (Great Ritual), and people from all over the village or neighborhood participated. The ceremonies and events surrounding the actual marriage were long and (3) ______. Professional matchmakers paired up likely candidates for marriage, with the new couple often meeting for the first time at their wedding! The families considered many factors in the decision, consulting with fortune tellers for (4) ______ about the couple's future life together. During the Chosun period, people married (5) ______ their early teens, with the girl often being several years older than the boy. The groom usually traveled to the house of the bride for the ceremony, then stayed there for three days (6) ______ taking his new bride to his family's home. The actual ceremony involved many small rituals, with many bows and symbolic gestures. The (7) ______ were expected to control their emotions and remain somber. (8) ______ Koreans have kept several aspects of the traditional ceremony, most modern ceremonies resemble Western marriage ceremonies more than (9) ______ Korean ones. However, many folk villages and museums across the country regularly perform ceremonies to (10) ______ the traditions alive.

Read the passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to fill in each gap.
The history of Film
The world’s first film was shown in 1895_______1______ two French brothers, Louis and Auguste Lumiere. Although it only ________2______ of short, simple scenes, people loved it and films have become popular ever since. The first films were silent, with titles on the screen to _________3_________ the story. Soon the public had _______4_______ favorite actors and actresses and, in this way, the first film stars appeared. In 1927, the first “talkie”, a film with sound, was shown and from then on, the public would only accept this kind of film.

1__________

Choose the letter A, B, C or D to complete the passage below

Water pollution happens __________ (6) toxic substances enter water bodies such as lakes, rivers, oceans and so on, getting dissolved in them, lying suspended in the water or depositing on the bed. This degrades the quality of water. Not __________ (7) does this spell disaster for aquatic ecosystems, the pollutants also seep through and reach the groundwater, which might end up in our households as contaminated water we use in our daily activities, including drinking.

Water pollution can be __________ (8) in a number of ways, one of the most polluting being city sewage and industrial waste discharge. Indirect sources __________ (9) water pollution include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rain. Soils and groundwater contain __________ (10) residue of human agricultural practices and also improperly disposed of industrial wastes.

Pollutants can be of varying kinds: organic, inorganic, radioactive and so on. In fact, the list of possible water contaminants is just too vast to be listed here.

Indirect sources __________ (9) water pollution include contaminants that enter the water supply from soils or groundwater systems and from the atmosphere via rain.

Complete the passage with the words provided:
Our family has got many books. All the …(1)……… of our family buy books and read them. My mother says that books help us in self-education. In ancient times, books ……(2)…… written by hand. It was difficult to write a book …(3)……… a pen. Then printing came into our life. Printing played an important ……(4)…. in the development of literature and culture. Now there are a lot of books in the shops, there are many books in our flats. But it is difficult to buy all books …(5)……… we want to read. That’s why we get books in public libraries. There are some problems in our life and sometimes it is difficult to ……(6)… them. I think that books can help us. Last year I read a very interesting book “ An American Tragedy” by Theodore Dreiser. This novel was …(7)…… at the beginning of the 20th century. The novel ……(8)……. The tragic fate of a boy and a girl, Clyde and Roberta ……(9)…… name. It is a sad story. This novel was written many years ago, but it is …(10)……… nowadays. Books must be our friends during our life.

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WHY I DISLIKE COMPUTERS
Almost everyone says that computers are wonderful and that they are (1)________ our lives for the better by making everything faster and more reliable, but I am not so sure that this is the (2)______.The other day I was standing in a large department store waiting to pay for a couple of films for my camera  (3)______the  assistant  announced  that  the  computer which controlled the till (4)_____ working. I did not think this was a big problem and I (5)_____ to find another counter, but of course, all the machines are part of the same system. So there we were: a shop full of customers, money  at  the  ready,  waiting to (6)______our  purchases,  but  it  was quite  clear  that  none of the assistants knew what to do. They were not allowed to take our money and give to customers a written(7)_______,because the sales wouldn‟t then have been recorded on the computer system. In the end, (8)_______many other people, I left my shopping on the counter and walked out .Don't you think so that's ridiculous? It (9)______ never have happened before computers, and that, for me, is the problem: we are beginning to depend on these machines so completely that we (10)_________cannot manage without them anymore.

Find mistakes among A B CD and correct

With an annual income of fifty thousand dollars a year, he can afford to give a luxurious life.

FInd mistakes among A B C D and correct

Most bats roost in crevices, caves, or building (by day and are active (at night or twilight.

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The latest addiction to trap thousands of people is Internet, which has been (1) … for broken relationships, job losses, financial ruin and even one suicide. Psychologists now recognize Internet Addiction Syndrome (IAS) as a new illness that could (2) ….. serious problems and ruin many lives. Special help groups have been set up to (3) ….. sufferers help and support. IAS is similar to (4) ….. problems like gambling, smoking and drinking : addicts have dreams about Internet; they need to use it first thing in the morning; they (5) … to their partners about how much time they spend online; they (6) …. they could cut down, but are unable to do so . A recent study found that many users spend up to 40 hours a week on the Internet; (7) …. they felt guilty, they became depressed if they were (8) …. to stop using it. Almost anyone can be at risk. Some of the addicts are teenagers who are already hooked on Computer games and who (9) …. it very difficult to resist the games on the Internet. Surprisingly, however, psychologists (10)…. that most victims are middle-aged housewives who have never used a computer before.

Choose the letter A, B, C or D to answer these following questions

"New part-time volunteering opportunities - Woodcraft Folk Glasgow districts

Are you looking to get more involved with your local community?

Do you enjoy working with young people and children?

Are you passionate about big issues affecting society today and building children’s awareness and self-confidence to cope with the challenges of tomorrow?

If this sounds like you Woodcraft Folk needs you!

Woodcraft Folk is a registered charity offering you the opportunity to help build a fairer, more peaceful world for all. We run weekly groups for children aged 4-16yrs old and are looking for Volunteers to get involved for a few hours a month, whenever it suits YOU!

Perhaps you’d like to contribute a couple of hours as a one-off workshop? Or maybe you’d like to take part in a group discussion or games night once a fortnight?

We know that your time is precious so we will work with you to make sure you to get the most out of your experience with us. From working directly with the groups and running your own sessions, to representing groups at the national level there are many aspects of the organization you can choose to get involved with!

If you are a good communicator who shares our values of peace, co-operation and equality, Glasgow Woodcraft Folk invites you to get in touch. We are running induction events week starting Monday 22nd April and would love to see you there!"

4: Are there any workshops or group discussion once every two weeks?

A calorie is a unit for measuring the amount of energy food will produce. The average person needs about 1,800 calories per day to (31) _______ healthy. Without energy, the heart cannot pump blood through blood vessels and the organs cannot function.
You (32) _______ weight because you consume more calories a day than your body requires. The only way to lose weight is to reduce the number of calories you consume. This is the basic principle behind most diets.
(33) _______, diets don’t work for most people. It’s not that they don’t lose weight: they do, but when they (34) _______ the diet, the kilos creep back. The key to losing weight and maintaining weight loss is a sensible diet and exercise plan. You need to work out how to eat fewer calories than you actually consume. You should also exercise daily so you can use up calories. Burning 250 or 500 calories per day can (35) _______ a big difference. Try riding an exercise bike while you are watching TV or climbing the stairs rather than taking the lift. Persuade someone to exercise with you; exercise is a lot easier if done in company.

(32)......................

Find mistakes among A B C D and correct

The company suffered substantial losses after the stock market crash and found difficult for recovering.

Complete the passage with the words provided:
A NIGHTMARE OF NOISE
According to a recent TV program, noise pollution is becoming an increasingly serious problem. Background noise such as (1)_____, police sirens and aeroplanes is growing year by year, and complaints to the police are becoming more and more (2)_____. However, for people like Mary Norman, who lives close to London Heathrow airport, the situation is particularly bad. “It’s becoming very difficult to (3)_____ a normal family life,’ she told an interviewer, ‘because the planes start first thing in the morning. They make a terrible noise, as you can imagine, and it (4)_____ on all day long. Of course I have complained about it but nobody takes any notice. I’m fed (5)_____ with living here, but unfortunately I can’t afford to move.” Researchers believe that the problem is getting worse. They have found that people who are exposed to high levels of noise become (6)_____ aggressive. Take the case of Henry Wilson, who was (7)_____ mad by a neighbor who insisted on playing his music at full volume. One night, he finally lost his (8)_____. After being forced to listen to heavy metal songs for hours, he burst into his neighbor’s house, poured petrol all over the carpets and (9)_____ to set fire to the place. When he finally appeared in court, the judge was surprisingly understanding. He (10)_____ to send him to jail, saying that he had suffered enough.

Read the following passage carefully, and then select the best option A, B, C or D to complete it:

"National Parks and Preserves, (1) _______ public lands or bodies of water within a country, set aside by the (2) _______ to protect ecosystems, plant and animal species, scenic landscapes, geologic formations, or historical or archaeological (3) _______. National parks are managed primarily for public recreation, (4) _______ exceptional locations where visitors can view wildlife and enjoy the (5) _______. Generally, these protected public lands are off-limits to hunting, livestock grazing, logging, mining, and other (6) _______ that exploit natural resources. Some parks commemorate significant historical events. (7) _______, Gettysburg National Military Park (1895) in Pennsylvania conserves the 13 sq km (5 sq mi) site of the pivotal battle in the (8) ______ Civil War (1861-1865). National preserves, sometimes (9) _______ nature or wildlife reserves, often are located within or near national (10) _______. These lands are managed by national governments primarily for wildlife protection or scientific research (11) _______ recreation, and provide ―living laboratories‖ in (12) _______ scientists observe plant and animal species in their natural habitat. (13) _______, fishing, and mining are permitted within many United States preserves (14) _______ the activities do not harm natural resources. Many other countries specifically ban such activities in their (15) _______."

8. conserves the 13 sq km (5 sq mi) site of the pivotal battle in the (8) ______ Civil War (1861-1865).

Read the following passage and choose the correct answer:
We can develop alternative sources of energy, and unless we try we’ll never succeed. Instead of burning fossil fuels we should be concentrating on more economical uses of electricity, because electricity can be produced from any sources of energy. If we didn’t waste so much energy, our resources would last longer. We can save more energy by conservation than we can produce for the same money. Unless we do research on solar energy, wind power, tidal power, hydroelectric plants … our fossil fuels will run out and we’ll all freeze or starve to death. Several countries are spending much more time and money on research because the energy from the sun, the waves, and the winds last forever. We won’t really survive unless we start working on cleaner and safer sources of energy.

Which source of energy cannot last forever?

 Read the passage below and decide which options A, B, C, or D best fits each space from 19 to 23

Find mistakes among A B C and D and correct'

If the Oxygen supply in the atmosphere was not replenished by plants, it would soon be exhausted.

Choose the letter A, B, C or D to complete the passage below

"If you are unable to work or maintain a full-time job that allows you to pay rent or a mortgage, ___________ (1) housing assistance through the US Department of Urban Housing (HUD). This government-run agency can help you with home buying assistance such as locating suitable housing and securing financing. Make ___________ (2) your new domicile is handicapped-friendly with an FHA 203k loan. Add wheelchair ramps, make counter adjustments and add safety bars ___________ (3) your home with government support. Remember, suitable, safe and clean housing is your right. HUD offers information on specific laws such as the Fair Housing Act and disability rights to guide you during your house hunt.

Whether you or a loved one is physically ___________ (4) mentally challenged, a strong support system to assist you with everyday tasks can alleviate the stress and burden of disability. You can seek assistance in a variety of ways, from your neighbors' help to government-funded programs, to bring you closer to living an independent, productive life. Before you commit to any program, perform due diligence to ensure it is legitimate -- most help for ___________ (5) disabled comes from nonprofit organizations, so be wary of a company that demands cash up front."

3. Add wheelchair ramps, make counter adjustments and add safety bars ___________ (3) your home with government support.

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Why did you decide to read, and will you keep reading to the end? Do you expect to understand every single part of it and will you remember anything about it in a fortnight’s ..1….? Common sense ..2… that the answers to these questions depend on “readability”- whether the  ..3… matter is interesting, and the argument clear and the …4….attractive. But psychologists are trying to …5… why people read – and often don’t read certain things, for example technical information. They also have examined so much the writing as the readers. Even the most technically confident people often ...6… instructions for the video or home computer in favor of hands- on experience. And people frequently take little notice of consumer information, whether on nutritional labels or in the small print  of contracts. Psychologists researching reading …7….  to assume that both beginners and competent readers read everything put in front of them from start to finish. There are ….8….among them about the role of eyes, memory and brain during the process. Some people believe that fluent readers take in very letter or word they see; others …9….that reader rely on memory or context to carry them from one phrase to another. But they have always assumed that the reading process is the same: reading starts, comprehension ….10……, then reading stops

Find mistakes among A B C and D and correct

Everyone who has traveled across the United States by (car, train, or bus are surprised to see such a large expanse of territory with such variation among lifestyles of the people

Complete the passage with the words provided:
Do you ever wish you were more optimistic, someone who always (1)____ to be successful? Having someone around who always fears the worst isn't really a lot of (2)____ - we all know someone who sees a single cloud on a sunny day and says, 'It looks like rain.' But if you catch yourself thinking such things, it's important to do something  about it. You can change your view of life, according to psychologist. It only takes a little (3)___, and you'll find life more rewarding as a (4)____. Optimism, they say, is partly about self-respect and confidence but it's also a more positive way of looking at life and all it has to (5)____. Optimists are more (6)_____ to start new projects and are generally more prepared to take risks. Upbringing is obviously very important in forming your (7)___ to the world. Some people are brought up to depend too much on others and grow up forever blaming other people when anything (8)____ wrong. Most optimists, on the (9)____ hand, have been brought up not to (10)____ failure as the end of the world - they just get on with their lives

Answer questions 61 – 65, choose the answer (A, B, C, or D) which you think fits best according to the text.
Polyester is now being used for bottles. ICI., the chemicals, and plastics company believes that it is now beginning to the grip of glass on the bottles business and thus take advantage of this huge market.

All the plastics manufacturers have been experiencing hard times as their traditional products have been doing badly worldwide for the last few years. Between 1982 and 1984 the Plastics Division of ICI had lost a hundred and twenty million dollars and they felt that the most hopeful new market was in packaging, bottles, and cans.

Since 1982 it has opened its new factories producing “Melina”, the raw material from which high-quality polyester bottles are made.

The polyester bottle was born in the 1970s when soft drink companies like Coca-Cola started selling their drinks in giant two-liter containers. Because of the build-up of the pressure of gas in these large containers, glass was unsuitable. Nor was PVC, the plastic which had been used for bottles since the 1960s, suitable for drinks with gas in them. A new plastic had to the made.

Glass is still cheaper for the smaller bottles and will continue to be so unless oil and plastic become much cheaper, but plastic does well for the larger sizes.

Polyester bottles are virtually unbreakable. The manufacturers claim they are also lighter, less noisy when being handled, and can be re-used. Shopkeepers and other business people are unlikely to object to a change from glass to polyester since these bottles mean few breakages, which are costly and time-consuming. The bottles with interesting shapes, to try and make them visually more attractive to the public.

The next step could be to develop a plastic that could replace tins for food. The problem here is the high temperatures necessary for cooking the food in the container.

Plastic containers for holding food in the same way as cans.