Module Test 9
Vocabulary
1 Vocabulary related to talent
Complete the text with the words in the box.
achievement capability commitment coordination
investment motivation
There is no doubt that Usain Bolt’s greatest
1 was breaking the world record
in both the 100 and 200 metres sprint running
events. What is the magic formula it that gives
ultra-successful sportspeople the 2
to succeed? Many experts claim that the key element
is making the 3 to persist and
overcome any setbacks no matter what. This requires
high levels of 4 even when you
feel like giving up. A good coach whose excellent
5 skills allow the sportsperson
to focus on the end result at all times is also an
invaluable 6 . character, which led him to be
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2 Collocations for success and talent 1
Complete the sentences with a word from each
box.
broad concerted desired driving pivotal transferable
effort force outcome role skills spectrum
1 The team made a to win
the competition but only came in second.
2 Good sports coaches may have a
of knowledge and
expertise.
3 My first training coach actually played a
in my Olympic success.
4 We achieved the through
sheer hard work and dedication.
5 To be honest, my wife is and has been the
behind my success in
the sport.
6 Many training regimes provide
, which athletes can use
to move into a completely different type of sport.
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3 Collocations for success and talent 2
Complete the sentences with the words in the
box.
accomplished expressive innovative inspirational
tenacious single-minded
1 Even as a renowned and
pianist, Grigor found it difficult to get a job in
an orchestra.
2 She has such a(n) face that she
cannot hide her feelings easily.
3 Nelson Mandela became one of the most
people of our time.
4 The company is looking for
thinkers who come up with amazing ideas.
5 Gemma has always been in her
pursuit of an acting career. It has finally paid off
with a leading role in major new film.
6 His persistence was an indication of his
the youngest person to climb K2.
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4 Replace things
Replace the words in italics with a word from
the box to complete the text. There is one extra
word.
advantages of apprentice employees employers
entrepreneur facet of policies problems
One 1 thing about working for yourself is that there
is no one to share the burden with. While many
2 working people have wanted to leave and set up
their own business they have discovered that 3 bad
things are solely their responsibility, which can be
very disconcerting. Whereas companies make and
implement 4 things to support their employees,
there is no one for the lonely 5 business person who
has to make it up as he goes alone. Hiring the right
people can be tricky without experience and enough
funding. Taking on an 6 inexperienced person might
save money in the long run but it can be time-
consuming as they learn the ropes. Although there
are many 7 good things about being your own boss,
it is not for the faint-hearted.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
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 Module Test 9

Language development 7 Estimation and indication

Choose the correct options in italics to complete
5 Explain how something works
the text.
Complete the text with one word in each gap.

How wind turbines work Taekwondo

There are three main sections to a wind turbine: the Taekwondo, which is derived from the Korean
turbine, the gearbox and the generator. words for ‘foot’, ‘fist’ and ‘way of, is a
A wind turbine is 1 which can 1 type / kinds of martial art that has evolved by
2 used to generate electricity and combining different 2 type / kinds of martial art
looks rather like a giant child’s windmill. The large that existed 3 around / approximate 2,000 years
curved rotor blades on the front of the wind turbine are ago in Korea and surrounding countries. As a
3 to catch the energy from the wind to technique of unarmed combat for self-defence,
turn the drive shaft 4 supports them. it involves punching, jumping kicks, blocks
The gearbox is the part 5 converts 4 more or less / and so on. It improves a person’s
the slow speed of the blades 6 a flexibility, balance, coordination and mental
higher speed in order to power the electricity generator. acuity while also enhancing their self-discipline.
This generator is 7 is used to turn It therefore acts like a full-body workout plus
the energy into electrical energy. Then there is the therapy 5 and so on / more or less to relieve stress
anemometer, 8 is what people improve overall well-being. It is not surprising
9 to check the measurements then that there are 6 approximate / about 20
10 the wind speed. million practitioners of the sport worldwide.

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6 Describe what something looks like TOTAL /50
Complete the sentences with the words in the
box.
comprises elongated height incorporates made
magnified resembles scale shaped

1 The device is of an innovative

material which is ultra-thin, flexible and
unbreakable.
2 The new house four bedrooms,
two bathrooms, a large dining room and kitchen/
diner.
3 The ancient structure is ten metres wide and 100
metres in .
4 It’s important that the model is built to
, otherwise we can’t see how the
new town will look in reality.
5 The new naval museum building is
like a boat.
6 The details of the leaf structure have been
one hundred times so we can
study them.
7 The modern concert hall some
of the traditional designs of the region.
8 The picture has been to create
the illusion of the beach being wider than it is.
9 The inside of the palace a
medieval church rather than a traditional palace.
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