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Multiple matching READING AND USE OF ENGLISH – PART 7 Finding specific information in a set of texts or one text divided into sections. Multiple matching There are 10 questions in all. Read the texts quickly for their general meaning. Read the questions carefully underlining any key words or phrases. Scan the texts for the specific information you need, rather than reading them in detail. When you find an answer in a text, underline that part of the text and write the question number next to it.

Which album D 1

Which album B 2

Which album A 3

Which album C 4

Which album D 5

Which album A 6

Which album B 7

Which album C 8

Is it more useful to study science subjects or foreign languages?

LINKERS Expressing contrast BUT = ma Foreign languages are interesting but science subjects are more useful. HOWEVER = tuttavia Foreign languages are interesting. However, science subjects are more useful. ON THE OTHER HAND = d’altra parte I intend to study Biology at university. On the other hand, I would also like to improve my English. It can be preceded by ON THE ONE HAND. WHILE WHEREAS = mentre You can learn foreign languages by watching films, while you have to spend ages on books to learn science subjects.

LINKERS Expressing contrast ALTHOUGH THOUGH EVEN THOUGH + clause = sebbene, nonostante, malgrado, anche se Although I did not like science subjects, I was quite good at them. DESPITE IN SPITE OF + noun + ING form = nonostante, malgrado + the fact that Despite my strict teacher, I got good marks in Biology. Despite having a strict teacher, I got good marks in Biology. Despite the fact that my teacher was strict, I got good marks in Biology.

LINKERS Expressing contrast + adjective or adverb HOWEVER = per quanto However hard you try, you will never be able to speak English with a native accent. THOUGH = però We studied English together. I haven’t seen here for years, though. informal

CANDIDATE A: It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs CANDIDATE A: It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people spending their free time in different ways.

CANDIDATE A: I’d like you to compare the photographs, and say what the advantages are for the people of spending their free time in these ways. All right? 1 minute What are the advantages for the people of spending their free time in these ways?

CANDIDATE B: Which of these things would you prefer to do with your friends? (Why?) approximately 30 seconds

SPEAKING – PART 2 In this part of the test, I’m going to give each of you two photographs. I’d like you to talk about your photographs on your own for about a minute, and also to answer a question about your partner’s photographs.

CANDIDATE A: It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs CANDIDATE A: It’s your turn first. Here are your photographs. They show people painting in different situations.

CANDIDATE A: I’d like you to compare the photographs, and say why you think the people are painting in these situations. All right? 1 minute Why are the people painting in these situations?

CANDIDATE B: Which kind of painting would you prefer to do? (Why?) approximately 30 seconds

CANDIDATE B: Now, here are your photographs CANDIDATE B: Now, here are your photographs. They show people taking photos in different places.

CANDIDATE B: I’d like you to compare the photographs, and say what the people are enjoying about taking photos in these different places. All right? 1 minute What are the people enjoying about taking photos in these different places?

CANDIDATE A: Which situation would you prefer to be in? (Why?) approximately 30 seconds

WRITING – PART 1 ESSAY Example In your English class you have been talking about cycling to work. Now your English teacher has asked you to write an essay. Write your essay using all the notes and give reasons for your point of view. Is it better for people who live in towns and cities to travel to work by bicycle rather than using their cars? Notes. Write about: 1. traffic 2. safety 3. ...................................... (your own idea) You should use a neutral or formal register.

WRITING – PART 1 ESSAY Example Is it better for people who live in towns and cities to travel to work by bicycle rather than using their cars? Notes. Write about: 1. traffic 2. safety 3. ...................................... (your own idea) You should write an introduction. You should cover the two prompts and add a third idea of your own. You should write a conclusion. 140-190 words

WRITING – PART 1 ESSAY ASSESSMENT CONTENT Cover the two points given and add one of your own. COMMUNICATIVE ACHIEVEMENT Be clear and logical. Do not include informal language. You may include a title. ORGANISATION Use linkers, like however, whereas, etc. Organise your essay in paragraphs. Write an introduction and a conclusion. LANGUAGE Try to use complex language structures. Try to use a wide range of vocabulary.

HOMEWORK EXAM TASK p. 38 Ex. 3-4-5 (photocopy)