TEST-7 TASK-1 listening

1. What is not listed as something to do before taking a test?

A. Get lots of sleep the night before a test B. Get enough to eat the day before the test
C. Go to the bathroom D. play video games
2. How should you start preparing for a test?
A. Think of a back-up plan in case your lucky charm doesn't work. B. Think of how to cheat on exams
C. Do relaxation exercises D. Think about the kinds of questions you might see on the test
3. What is the first thing you do when you get a test?
A. Start answering questions in the section that is worth the most marks B. Put your name on it
C. Check to see how many marks each part of the test is worth D. Drink water
4. What good luck charm is not mentioned in the listening?
A. wearing a sweater inside out B. having a four-leaf clover in your pocket
C. wearing a pair of lucky underwear D. Going to exams with a black cat
5. How does the author feel about lucky charms?
A. Some can help you get a high score on a test, but others can't
B. They don't hurt, nor do they help when you take a test
C. They can help you get a high score on a test. D. It is a senseless superstition
6. Why is it important io think about the topic when you begin a reading test?
A. It helps you to organize your ideas. B. It helps to relax you and build your confidence.
C. just for fun. D. It helps you to predict the details that might appear in the reading.
7. The article is mainly about
A. how to prepare for a marathon B. how to do well on a test
C. how marathon runners usually do well on tests D. good luck charms
8. Why does the author think writing a test is like running a marathon?
A. They are both rewarding experiences if you do well B. You have to run to get to the exam
C. You have to do your best for a long time when you run a marathon or take a test
D. There are a couple of strategies you can use to prepare for both of them
TASK 2: Which paragraph...
1. Give us information about the first triumvirate.
2. Mentions information about family background and career of Caesar.
3. Describes personality and reputation of Julius Caesar.
4. Could have the title: Caesar's political Rise.
5. Give us information about How Caesar was Captured by pirates.
6. Describes Early Life of Gaius Julius Caesar.
7. Could have the title: Assassination of the Emperor.
8. Could have the title: „ Caesar in Gaul".
A. Gaius Julius Caesar was born on or around July 13, 100 B.C., to his father, also named Gaius Julius Caesar,
and his mother Aurelia Cotta. He was also the nephew of the famous Roman general Gaius Marius. The Julii
Caesares traced their lineage back to the goddess Venus, but the family was not snobbish or conservative-
minded. It was also not rich or influential or even distinguished. A Roman noble won distinction for himself
and his family by securing election to a series of public offices, which culminated in the consulship, with the
censorship possibly to follow. This was a difficult task for even the ablest and most gifted noble unless he was
backed by substantial family wealth and influence.
B. In 75 B.C., as he crossed the Aegean Sea in route to Rhodes to study philosophy and oratory, murderous
pirates captured Caesar. Reportedly, Caesar acted more like a domineering leader with the pirates than their
captive. After his ransom was paid, the pirates let him go. But Caesar hired a private fleet to hunt them down
and had the pirates crucified for their crimes.
C. Caesar soon began his political career in earnest. He became military tribune and then quaestor of a Roman
province in 69 B.C. In 65 B.C., Caesar became aedile — an important Roman magistrate — and produced lavish
games in the Circus Maximus which endeared him to the public but threw him heavily into debt: Two years
later, he was elected Pontifex Maximus.
D. One year later, Caesar became governor of Spain. A series of successful military and political maneuvers,
along with the support of Pompey and Marcus Licinius Crassus (known as the richest man in Rome), helped
Caesar get elected as senior Roman consul in 59 B.C. Caesar, Crassus and Pompey soon formed an informal
alliance known as the First triumvirate. Caesar was appointed governor of the vast region of Gaul (north-
central Europe) in 58 B.C., where he commanded a large army. During the subsequent Gallic Wars, Caesar
conducted a series Of brilliant campaigns to conquer and stabilize the region, earning a reputation as a
formidable and ruthless military leader.
E. Caesar was not and is not lovable. His generosity to defeated opponents, magnanimous though it was, did
not win their affection. He won his soldiers' devotion by the victories that his intellectual ability, applied to
warfare, brought them. Yet, though not lovable, Caesar was and is attractive, indeed fascinating. His political
achievement required ability, in effect amounting to genius, in several different fields, including administration
and generalship besides the minor arts of wire pulling and propaganda. In all these, Caesar was a supreme
virtuoso. But if he had not also been something more than this he would not have been the supremely great
man that he undoubtedly was. Caesar was great beyond—and even in conflict with—the requirements of his
political ambition. He showed a human spiritual greatness in his generosity to defeated opponents, which was
partly responsible for his assassination. F. Caesar declared
himself dictator for life in 44 B.C. However, his crusade for absolute power didn't go over well with many
Roman politicians. Fearing he would become king, a group of senators conspired to end his life. On the Ides of
March the senators, led by Gaius Cassius Longinus, Decimus Junius Brutus Albinus and Marcus Junius Brutus,
stabbed Caesar 23 times, ending both his reign and his life as he fell bleeding onto the Senate floor at the feet
of a statue of Pompey.
TASK 3: The human brain remembers negative experiences more easily than positive ones. Our brains have
developed this way because threats, like dangerous animals, had a more immediate effect on our ancestors'
survival compared to positive things like food or shelter. As a result, you likely know what makes you unhappy,
but do you know what makes you happy?
Research suggests that our level of happiness depends partly on factors we cannot control — our genes and
our life circumstances. But our level of happiness is also shaped by the choices we make. If you've been
chasing wealth, fame, good looks, material things, and power, you may be looking for happiness in all the
wrong places. Psychologists suggest that the following seven habits make people happier. People who form
close relationships tend to be happier than those who do not. The number of friends we have is not
important. What matters is the quality of our relationships. Relationships that bring happiness usually involve
the sharing of feelings, mutual respect, acceptance, trust, fun and empathy.
People who make a habit of caring for the wellbeing of others tend to be happier. This might involve
volunteering for an organization or reaching out to support friends and family on a regular basis. People who
exercise regularly improve both their physical and mental well-being. Some research has shown that exercise
can be as effective as medication in treating depression.
When we are so interested in an activity we enjoy that we lose track of time, we are in a state Of flow. The
activity could be making art, playing piano, surfing, or playing a game. People who flow in their work or
hobbies tend to be happier. People who include spirituality in their daily life tend to be happier. Practicing
spirituality is a way Of recognizing and trying to understand the wonder and beauty of existence. Some people
do this by going to a place of worship or praying. Some people practice yoga or meditation. Some people go
for long walks in nature. People are more likely to be happy if they know what their strengths are and use
them regularly. People who set goals and use their strengths to achieve them tend to be happier. People are
especially happy when they can use their strengths to serve the greater good. People who think positively by
being grateful, mindful, and optimistic are more likely to be happy. Being grateful means being thankful. Being
mindful means being open to, focusing on, and enjoying the experiences of the present moment. Being
optimistic means being hopeful about the future.
1. Why doesn't the brain remember positive experiences as much as negative ones?
A. Our ancestors didn't understand what made them happy.
B. Positive experiences were not as important for the survival of our ancestors as negative ones.
C. Our brain is fond of remembering bad things.
D. Positive experiences like having food and shelter were necessary for the survival of our ancestors.
2. The writer probably believes that _____ can help someone experiencing deprßsion
A. learning to play the piano or guitar B. learning to make art
C. starting an exercise program D. Thinking about wealth
3. What is not given as a way people can include spirituality in their daily lives?
A. getting regular exercise B. going to a place of worship
C. taking long walks in nature D. going to a place of praying
4. What is not mentioned in the reading as being part of a quality relationship?
A. mutual respect B. Enthusiasm C. sharing of feelings D. trust and empathy
5. What would the author think is not a way of caring for the well-being of others?
A. volunteering at a home for old people B. practicing yoga or meditation
C. giving advice to a friend who has marriage problems D. support friends and family on a regular basis
6. Things we cannot control that affect our level of happiness are ___
A. the number of volunteer positions we have B. the number and quality of relationships we have
C. our genes D. How often we walk in nature
7. How does the author explain spirituality?
A. It is a way of recognizing and trying to understand the wonder and beauty of life.
B. It is a way or recognizing the need to protect and preserve the beauty of nature.
C. It is a way of making new friends D. It is a way of recognizing others feelings
8. What is part of thinking positively?
A. appreciating what we have B. feeling bad about decisions we have made
C. wishing that we could change the past D. Thinking about our problems
TASK 4: disappearing (A) climate (B) resources (C) species (D) humans ( E) extinct (F)
communities (G) report (H) fear (I) released (J) reefs (K) mean (L) temperatures (M)
figure (N)
Results of a study which ....(1) in 2015 shows a 49% decline in the number of marine ...(2) around the world
between 1970 and 2012.The study of marine mammals, ranging from birds to reptiles to ..(3) faster than
conservationists had feared. The ...(4) is actually 10% higher than previous estimates. The decline is not oily
bad news for ecosystems but to ...(5) as well, especially to people in the developing world who depend on the
ocean's ....(6) As stated in the ...(7) the blame for halving global fish stocks falls heavily on over-fishing and ...
(8) change, with the deep-sea fish population down 72%. Rising water ...(9) and increasing acidity have left 3/4
of coral ...(10) under threat, and it is possible that most coral reefs could die out by 2050. People also ...(11)
that a quarter of the world's sharks, rays and skates could eventually become ...(12).
TASK 5: The Great Barrier Reef is the network 1.... 2,500 reefs covering 248,000 square kilometers off
Australia's northeast coast. It's 2.... awe-inspiring natural habitat that's home to many of sea life 3. ... it's been
World Heritage-listed 4... 1981. However, the reefs health is under increasing threat from climate change and
rising ocean temperatures. A report said that there was 5…. doubt that the network of colorful corals suffered
significantly 6... bleaching that was caused by unusually warm ocean temperatures 7... 2016, 2017, and last
year. The report came from the U.N. World Heritage Committee released last week. The report recommends
that the ecosystem be added 8... UNESCO's List of World Heritage in Danger. Australia government officials
have voiced anger at 9... report, saying that any downgrade of the reefs status could reduce tourism revenue
for the country 10... fewer people would be attracted to 11... unhealthy environment and dead coral. Besides
that, it would likely include tougher action 12... reduce Australia's greenhouse gas emissions.
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TASK 6: Complete the conversation.

A:_____________ (1) B: What are you going to get?
A:_____________ (2) B: Well, do you want burgers, Chinese food, or Mexican food?
A:_____________ (3) B: Where are you going to get it from?
A:_____________ (4) B: I usually get my Chinese food from Panda Express.
A:_____________ (5) B: The food there is actually pretty good.
A:_____________ (6) B: You should. I know you'll like it.
A. I haven't the slightest idea
B. I don’t know what I want to eat.
C. I really want to get something to eat
D. I would like to travel in Italy
E. You like Panda Express?
F. Chinese food sounds good
G. Maybe I'll go there then
H. What is your child's favorite food?
TASK 7: Some people think that students should be allowed to take their pets to school.