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1Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with a phrasal verb in the correct form. pick up 0 My mum needs me to from the supermarket for her. 3 Correct one mistake with a verb tense in each of these sentences. One sentence is correct. a few things 1 I want to sit down and watch some TV. Babysitting my little cousin has me . 2 Dad says that now we have a bit more money, we can the spare bedroom and make it usable. 3 I have to the house after the party. Can you help me? 4 That play for ages. I thought it was never going to end! 2 Complete each sentence with the correct form of a word in the box. concerned critical enthusiastic mature organised patient polite reasonable reliable responsible sensitive strict 0 The bus will be here soon, so don’t be impatient . 0 My brother has been buying a new bike recently. has bought 1 Eva, a package has been arriving for you at home. I know you’ve been waiting for ages for it. 2 How’s the holiday so far? Did you have a good time? 3 The publishing industry is having problems since ebooks arrived, but the situation is improving. 4 … and in breaking news, the government has been announcing cuts to scholarships in secondary education. 5 I want a break. I’ve revised all morning. 6 Since I changed school, I have not had time to see my old friends. 7 It’s by far my favourite film. I’ve been seeing it more than twenty times now. 8 Her project is late because she makes so many changes to it. 1 Your computer is always breaking down. It’s completely . You should buy a new one! 2 I find Caroline can be a bit sometimes. She never cares if she upsets someone. 3 It was really to leave the cooker on while you went out. There might have been a fire. 4 My watch broke and they offered to fix it for free, which I thought was very of them. 5 I can’t believe how the sports day was. Nobody knew where to go or what to do. 6 Marc is very for his age. He behaves more like an adult a lot of the time. 7 In my country, as in many others, it is considered not to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. 8 The crowd gave the band an welcome to the stage. 9 She was that she would not be able to find the address, but she needn’t have worried. 10 The report was highly of the teenagers’ behaviour towards their parents. 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE Progress test 1 4 Complete each sentence with the correct form of make or do. 1 So my mum said to me, ‘If you’re bored watching do some exercise. That TV, why don’t you would a nice change. You could some of the housework, like the beds or the cleaning.’ Suddenly I was very keen to my homework! 2 I a big mistake when I agreed to business with friends. Never again! 3 I’m really sorry, but I can’t the shopping today. I’ve got too much work to . Could you me a huge favour and it for me? Thanks! 4 Can I an appointment with the College Principal? I’d like to a different course next year and I need to a decision about which one as soon as possible. 5 A: Are you much progress with selling your house? any arrangements to B: Nobody’s even view it yet. I don’t think the agent’s are much of an effort with it. Every time I call, they another excuse. 6 If you want to well in a job interview, it’s crucial to a good first impression. 5 Complete this interview by writing the verbs in brackets in the correct form. Interviewer: S  o, Isabel, here you are in Canada – a long way from home. (0) How long have you been (be) here? Isabel: Three weeks. Interviewer: How long (1) you (travel)? Isabel: Six months, and I’m having the time of my life. Interviewer: And what (2) (be) your best experience since you left home? Isabel: I think it’s what I’m doing now. I’m learning to skydive. Interviewer: Really? (3) you (always like) doing dangerous things? Isabel: Yes, I guess since I was a small child I (4) (always want) to push myself, and this is a great opportunity. Interviewer: Any bad experiences since you left home? Isabel: People warned me about crime and illness but I (5) (be) lucky so far – nothing bad (6) (happen) to me, and I hope it won’t in the next six months. 2 6 For questions 1–8, read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only one word in each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0). My writing day A young writer describes his daily routine Most writers have (0) their own rules about how they work, and I’m no different. My alarm goes (1) at 5.00 am, I shower to wake myself up before heading to the office five minutes away. On my way, I buy a cup of coffee and I’m normally ready to begin writing at 5.30. (2) than write for a fixed amount of time, I aim to produce a page of writing every day. It might take 20 minutes, but frequently it’s much longer before I finally get (3) with my proper job. I’m a lawyer, (4) to be honest, I’ve never really enjoyed it. I see it (5) a step in the right direction because (6) is so much wasted time around the office that I get opportunities to write I wouldn’t normally have. My job also gives me the discipline necessary (7) writing, so I should be grateful to it for that (8) least. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE 2 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with one word only. 0 People buy insurance when they don’t want to take risks with their lives. 1 I don’t know how to describe him. He’s a very hard man to sum . 2 I didn’t have a what to say in my class presentation this morning, so I just made something . 3 Remember I said I’d get football tickets? I’ve my promise and got hold two – they’re gold dust! 4 When I’m cooking, I like to have a at new recipes. I’m getting into Indian food at the moment. 5 I took football again after a long break when my friends and I decided we were getting too lazy. 2 Correct any mistakes with the adjectives in bold in these sentences. Three adjectives are correct. 0 I get really irritating with people who use mobiles in irritated the cinema. 1 My brother-in-law just phoned with some excited news: my sister’s having a baby! 2 Remember that book you lent me? I hate to say it, but it was so boring I couldn’t finish it. 3 Isn’t it astonished how exhausting it can be walking around the shopping centre all morning? 4 I went for a walk by the river with Sally. You’ll be amusing to hear I managed to fall in. It was so embarrassing 5 You look a little confusing. Can I help? 6 I was disappointing by the attitude of my teammates during the last volleyball match. 7 Do you think students are motivating mostly by getting good grades or is it more complicated than that? 1 3 For questions 1–6, complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given in capitals. Do not change the word given. You must use between two and five words, including the word given. He doesn’t like tennis as much as football. MORE football more than 0 He likes tennis. 1 I’m the least musical person I know. ANYONE I don’t me. 2 His confidence is higher than it was at the start of the course. NERVOUS He doesn’t seem he did at the start of the course. 3 Food is often cheaper in supermarkets than in small shops. LESS Often, food in supermarkets in small shops. 4 My old tablet cost half the price of my new one. TWICE My new tablet has my old one. 5 It is easier to travel around the city by bicycle than by bus or car. ONE Going by bicycle is ways to travel round the city. 6 That was the most boring story I have ever heard. NEVER I have boring story in my life. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE reached Mars in 1965. Perhaps I should join the gym like my brother. the second smallest planet in the solar system. B: Gyms are boring. the giant Borealis basin in the northern half of Mars. D One. Non-operational spacecraft also litter the surface. There is one word you do not need to use. A: That’d be great. deserts. there are many other features present – volcanoes. the two Martian moons. There is one word you do not need to use. (3) Could they be continents. and the Valles Marineris. Six sentences have been removed from the article. but. many new stargazers are disappointed by their first view of it through a telescope. If you want. E One surprise is the strange pale yellow-pink sky. Among the more well-known features found on Mars is Olympus Mons. Choose from the sentences A–G the one which fits each gap (1–6). 2 Mars update How our knowledge of the Red Planet is changing fast Mars. is commonly known as the ‘Red Planet’. the Moon and the Sun Because of appear bigger to us. the same material you see covering a piece of iron or steel exposed to And although Mars has a thinner atmosphere and its air and water). 1 ‘Scoring the winning goal was the most feeling. long. produce seasons which are similar to our own. (6) the effect of the Earth’s atmosphere. Mars won’t look anything like images you see in the magazines. the analysis of highly sophisticated radar data appeared to confirm its presence. surrounded by seas? Although the Martian canals were later found to be optical illusions. when. visiting The spacecraft found that Mars did indeed once have surface water. In the 18th century. 5 Complete each sentence with a word in the box. straight lines seen by telescope were said by some to be canals full of water. valleys. A further two are operating Express and Reconnaissance Orbiter. I can ask Mr Parker. and the angle at which it turns. normal telescopes can only really see the larger features of the surface like giant craters when Earth and Mars are closest. B However. Before the first spacecraft. Venus. Why don’t you take up a sport (2) you like? I think you’d enjoy a team sport like volleyball or basketball (3) it’s easy to make friends (4) it’s a lot of fun. because. 2 Hybrid petrol-electric cars are far more to run than conventional petrol. There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use. (5) on the planet’s surface – Mars Exploration Rover Opportunity and the Mars Science Laboratory Curiosity. which and that. who. 5 The audience obviously found the show – they applauded the actors for ages at the end. the speed at which it spins. thanks! Call me (6) you know. such as the MER-A Spirit and the 2008 Phoenix lander. competitive demanding depressing economical entertaining incredible popular time-consuming 0 Writing essays by hand is so time-consuming I always type them on my computer. and the Phoenix mission discovered water ice in 2008. so different to the blue we are all used to seeing. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . and even polar ice – found here on Earth. Mariner 4. there was a continuing debate about the existence of water on its surface. and are visible with the naked eye. A Its orbit around the Sun. one of Phobos and Deimos. 4 Mike is extremely – he gets angry when he loses in a game or if he gets low marks. 6 Marathon running is so physically that the exhausted runners can lose up to 4 kg. the deepest valleys. (5) ’s my basketball coach.’ said the victorious captain after the match. if there’s a place for you. what. covers 40% of the surface and could be the result of the planet being hit by a huge meteorite. F More recently. but I don’t A: I’d like to get fit (0) know (1) to do.driven ones. observations of light and dark shapes in the polar regions seemed to suggest land.Progress test 2 4 Complete the sentences using and. perhaps constructed by the planet’s Martian residents. 6 You are going to read a magazine article about the planet Mars. There have been up to three spacecraft orbiting Mars – the Mars Odyssey. only Jupiter. G It was observations by the last of these that revealed possible flowing water during the warmer months. No matter how powerful. C Seven years ago. thanks to the iron oxide covering its surface (this is in fact rust. (2) are small and strangely shaped and may be made up of the remains of this impact. The ending was so that I was miserable for days afterwards. (4) Mars rover Spirit detected water molecules in March 2007. 3 I won’t be watching that film again. one of the highest mountains in the solar system. (1) surface is covered with similar features to those on the Moon. In terms of its size in the sky. 3 I was too late to buy any tickets for the film. 5 Dinner will be ready 2 Who told you that the schedule had changed? KNOW How the changes to the schedule? a minute. USED a lot before moving Sam schools. 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . Can you come? It starts 7. preposition. ALREADY The box office the time I got to the cinema. September. 1 I’ve got an appointment with the doctor first thing in the morning Monday. It’s the only I can get there. Great! 5 Piotr’s uncle missed the match because his car broke down on the into town. a similar meaning to the first sentence. time. 6 We want to get return tickets to Rome. 4 Andrea and Silvio have been close friends since nursery school. using the word given. 15 minutes! 1 We scored a goal three minutes after the match started. or way. 7 Dad will be home Daniel. I’m having a birthday party. including the word given. 2 My dad is on a business in New York. night. PLAYING We three minutes when we scored a goal. complete the second sentence so that it has the Saturday afternoon. journey. I’m B: Only going shopping with my aunt.00 pm. trip. 3 Did you see that documentary The world’s most dangerous about truck drivers in the Andes? 4 Tomorrow’s sightseeing has been cancelled so we’re going to a theme park instead. WHEN Andrea and Silvio’s friendship in nursery school.3 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with the correct noun in the correct 3 Complete each sentence with the correct form: travel. Can we talk about it lunch. 4 A: Are you doing anything weekend? 2 For questions 1–6. 2 A: When are you moving house? October? just six weeks’ B: No. What’s your best round price? 7 I’m completely confused. 6 Please come and see me of school today. 8 all the tickets by the end 1st May. 5 I went abroad for the first time when we went on a school trip to Paris. 6 Sam stopped playing football when he moved schools. I miss him but we talk on Skype a lot. You must use between two and five words. Is this the right to the exit? 8 All passengers with onward should make their way to the flight transfers lounge. Do not change the word given. I have a long train journey to uni every day. 1 Like many students. I 3 It’s so quiet round here can’t wait to get back to the city. NEVER I abroad before we went on a school trip to Paris. Florida. B All this began in the 1970s. 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. operating in the same places they had themselves discovered. Scientists are (7) CONCERN that Florida will experience the same problems as some Caribbean countries. The paragraphs may be chosen more than once. Those early surf pioneers had become tour operators and surf camp guides. the surf package tour had arrived on the scene. surf camps and young people who are sometimes more interested in catching the next wave than in local customs and traditions. CONSIDER Experts met last week in Gainesville. This quest for perfection has led to the discovery of many once-quiet beaches which nowadays find themselves packed with tourists. For questions 1–10. D The Maldives are now a permanent fixture on the surf calendar. He had found a small island. DANGER 5 You are going to read an article about surfing. to try and discover the most (4) ways to eliminate the snails (5) . everyone who surfs an exotic beach should be grateful to these intrepid pioneers. a pioneer will probably have been there first. which can grow to an (2) MASS EXCEPTION size .represents a (3) danger to local plant life. where snails crossing the roads cause accidents and make sidewalks covered in slime (8) to walk on. Thousands of keen young surfers boarded planes to try and find the next undiscovered surfing paradise. C By the 1980s. newer and better waves were being tracked down around the globe by a small army of determined young men and women. places previously known only to a few brave pioneers. Naturally. These are people who will camp out in the most extreme environments. though an (6) RESPONSE pet owner is the main suspect. The Maldives became a tourist destination after one adventurous surfer was stuck there in 1973 while on his way to South Africa. Today’s surfers book online and enjoy their experience at ‘surf camps’ – places that have removed any element of danger from traveling to remote areas. driven by exciting improvements in surfboard design. ignoring insects. The more business-minded sold pictures and stories to magazines and the surf world exploded. who just happened to live with some of the best waves on the planet. SUCCEED SAFE A spokesperson said investigators were attempting to learn where the snails had come from originally. Previously isolated communities. are confronted with surf boats.sometimes as big as a rat . Which paragraph mentions 1 problems of cultural differences? 2 difficulties encountered by surfers? 3 the way people’s roles have changed? 4 an important technical development? 5 the influence of the media on surfing? 6 a reduction in risk? 7 a change of plan? 8 the limited number of places left unsurfed? 9 the single-minded attitude of surfers? The rise of the surfer How surfing became a global business success. snakes and natural disasters for months at a time just to enjoy the waves alone. and the photos they took and the films they made encouraged others to follow in their footsteps. The (1) African land snail. There is barely anywhere left in the world where small but determined bands of surfers are not making the first steps in establishing a local surf business. some of them had cameras with them. There is an example at the beginning (0).Progress test 3 4 For questions 1–8. Invasion of the snails The US state of Florida is fighting an (0) invasion of gigantic snails! Over INVADE 1. choose from the paragraphs (A–D). Now. No matter how far from civilisation a surf camp might be. just like a host of other camps around the Indian and Pacific Oceans. read the text below. A The only thing a surfer is really interested in is how good the waves are.000 of the huge molluscs are being trapped weekly in the area around Miami. By the new millennium. Whatever their motives though. He abandoned his South Africa trip and settled down to enjoy the clear blue water almost entirely on his own for years afterwards. which made them easier to transport. 10 an unexpected piece of luck? 2 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . though. They became smaller and lighter. the travel market for surfers was part of mainstream tourism. where perfect waves crashed on perfect beaches and where there were no other surfers to spoil the view. for the Giant African Land Snail Science Symposium. You must use between two and five words. on the other (1) . In (8) words. using the word given. film before. Do not change the word given. but don’t panic (2) a correct answer is probably not really expected. dish or meal plus a word from the box in the correct form to make an appropriate collocation. SO Sanjay was that he missed the meeting. 6 This is the worst film I’ve ever seen. demonstrate a logical thought process. TOO I couldn’t sleep because coffee last night. think it through and only (7) attempt an answer. nothing too complicated. 2 At home. creative and enjoy the challenge. ENOUGH We didn’t the train ticket home. Your ability to think under pressure and deal with difficult situations will be on show. complete the second sentence so that it has I which best fits each gap. so be enthusiastic. So. There is an example at the beginning (0). amongst other things. I prefer cooking like a piece of fish and some salad. 2 The classroom was so crowded that we had to turn people away. 5 I should have drunk less coffee before I went to bed last night. It is questions such (3) this that give the interviewer an insight (4) your problem solving abilities. Imagine the interviewer asks you this question: ‘How many petrol stations in the USA?’ You almost certainly have no idea (and. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . FIT There were in the classroom. Anything too heavy as she can’t stay awake in the afternoons. although there can easily be local when bad weather destroys crops. SUCH Nobody went to school because a lovely day. is the total world still increasing. was so 5 That could hardly move afterwards. I leave with lots of ingredients and beautiful presentation to restaurant chefs. including the word given. balanced convenience elaborate filling light shortage simple source supply 0 Some say an egg is the convenience ultimate food – it is easy to prepare and comes in its own packaging. you’re halfway there. read the text below and think of the word 4 Thanks to developments in agriculture. the interviewer probably doesn’t either). 3 The train ticket home was too expensive. 1 a similar meaning to the first sentence. Interviews: answering the unanswerable question to Interviews are intended to evaluate a candidate’s personality in order (0) to determine their fitness for a particular position. don’t rush to answer and risk revealing your nervousness. Use only one word in each gap. (5) will possibly have more impact than your beautifully written CV. for 1 The main many people in the world is either rice or potatoes.4 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with food. There is one word in the box you do not need to use. 4 Sanjay wasn’t at school on time for the meeting. 2 For questions 1–6. 1 The day was so lovely that everybody went to the beach instead of going to school. If you can. BAD I have 3 Danielle only eats for lunch. 3 For questions 1–8. (6) you need to do is take your time. read the text below and decide which answer (A.Progress test 4 4 Complete these sentences using the correct form of the word in bold at the end of the sentence. a huge park and beaches and turquoise waters. Then there are the two Karaoke to the test. computers and will (7) a café for kids. this is the ideal hotel for parents who some luxury. June are (8) 1 A Despite 2 A contains 3 A What 4 A reached 5 A participate 6 A qualities 7 A take 8 A reasonable 2 B However B consists B That B succeeded B involve B possibilities B have B sensible C Although C resides C Which C achieved C try C qualifications C spend C moderate D Yet D includes D How D managed D join D skills D waste D average Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . B. (1) it is minutes away want to treat themselves and their children (0) from busy Phuket Town. with its good transport links. In the ‘Activity Hut’ they can (5) trekking tours. among other things.  INFORM 3 Can I buy this magazine? There’s an interview with my favourite band. makes Angsana Laguna Phuket stand out is that it has (4) to make younger (3) mountain-biking expeditions and guests feel at home.  ATTRACT 6 Your essay is but. Example: 0 A for B to C with D on Angsana Laguna Phuket Located on the exotic island of Phuket in Thailand. it could have been much better. airy 0 I love the huge windows in your house. but prices between April and . six lagoons. It was both and entertaining. C or D) best fits each gap.  EXCLUDE 4 The telecoms sector is increasingly as new firms continue to enter the market. this modern resort ensures immediate access to the beautiful of five luxury hotels. which features an arts room. Families with younger children Rooms where they can put their singing (6) time in the ‘Tree House Kids Club’.  AIR 1 This year’s autumn range includes a range of coats and scarves.  WONDER. as well as diving and snorkelling excursions. It (2) three kilometres of beach.  COMPETE 5 This is one of the more parts of the city to live in.  SATISFY 7 Mrs Ratcliffe is retiring today after 25 years of service to the school.  EXCEPTION 5 For questions 1–8. There is an example at the beginning (0). They make it so light and . Room rates are not cheap. with a little more research. COLOUR 2 Thank you for such a good talk. so can I remind everyone we begin at 9. BEHAVE 5 Have you got any of completing your assignment on time? INTEND Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . There is an example at the beginning (0). 3 More than 25. 1 I’d really like to study chemistry at university. Finally. You must use between two and five words. ‘Mummy. but they are shy when it comes to speaking. 3 For questions 1–6. Some sentences are correct. She even gave a disapproving look when we heard another child screaming in protest. The morning entirely lived up (1) expectations. YOU If I travel on my own. 4 You can borrow my pen.000 people are expected to join in the city marathon this year. HAVE We’d be lost a map with us. Ella tried everything to put her visit. APPROVE 3 We can get together anytime next week. not the garden. 2 You’ll need to do plenty of reading to pass the exam. I’ve lost Molly’ (her doll). ‘Mummy. 4 Everyone needs to assist the our first meeting on Friday afternoon. but you must give it back later LEND I’ll you promise to give it back later.00. As usual. 5 I might become rich. I feel sick. Do not change the word given. 1 I don’t think you should travel on your own. 2 Anton knew English quickly because some of the lessons in his school were studied in English. an ice cream to help her get (7) now I’m sure it was Mum although if I look (8) who suffered most. Use only one word in each gap. otherwise we’d be lost. In fact. when the dentist got to be a huge antistarted. Do you have any for which day? PREFER 4 Our new Head Teacher has managed to improve the children’s a great deal. IF I’d travel the world rich. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. He was quick with the anaesthetic and she didn’t feel anything. she tried hiding in her (4) it. 4 Complete these sentences using the correct form of the word in bold at the end of the sentence 5 I only got to know the change of room number by accident. It’s very important. Pain at the dentist’s to My sister Ella had to go (0) the dentist last my week. as if she thought “what’s all the fuss about?” We bought her the stress. Naturally. and then I’d travel the world. 6 She can’t get a job in Paris because she doesn’t speak French. 0 Joining a youth club is a great way to know new get to know people. 6 Many students know a lot of English grammar rules.’ Mum (2) she had tried this excuse last pointed (3) time. using the word given. it all turned (6) climax. 2 Correct any mistakes with the verbs in bold in these sentences. LEARNED If she be able to get a job in Paris. read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. I’d seen her put Molly under the bed and quietly handed to Ella. 1 0 What are the minimum qualifications get a job in IT? QUALIFY you need to 1 There seems to be some about tomorrow. CONFUSE 2 I need to get my parents’ before I can sign up for the trip. She didn’t get away (5) in a bright pink dress.5 Version B Progress test 1 For questions 1–8. READ You won’t pass the exam a lot. 3 It’s a good thing we have a map with us. including the word given. B. and I find it easier to concentrate in class now. I’ll be delighted. C should be part of the curriculum. C get employment in the food industry. There are now over 100.Progress test 5 6 In to other countries. Rob. Rob A disliked having any responsibility. B knew very little about farming.  COMPARE 7 A good sense of humour helps you to make the necessary when you study abroad. Tony Marsden. A number of school qualifications. D It has improved the students’ school attendance. All those concerned agree that the main thing with food is knowing where it comes from. educate them in the importance of eating well throughout their lives and teach them about where their dinner originally comes from. animal welfare.’ he says.’ There are 1.200 pupils attending Thornton College. Mr Marsden says he is often amazed at some students’ ignorance of farming. B appreciate the importance of the environment. with another 100 more in the pipeline. overall it has also significantly improved results in subjects such as art. 15. Mr Marsden emphasises that this is a real farm. His research shows farms can improve students’ self-confidence.  RESPOND 5 You are going to read a newspaper article about schools running their own farms. 4 Why are students encouraged to pick and eat vegetables? A to reinforce a key piece of knowledge B to demonstrate the poor quality of supermarket food C to provide a healthier diet than they get at home D to teach them important new practical skills 5 2 Professor Porter thinks school farms A can help schools save money. maths and science. B It has helped increase the range of subjects studied. students deal with all aspects of raising animals and growing vegetables. Finnish children have quite short school days.  ADJUST 8 Nadia is the person for timetabling classes. technology. is now happy to do so. D was always late for school.’ Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . D have changed children’s eating habits. two hours before lessons begin. including better awareness of where food comes from. are now based on work done at the farm. It gives the school the opportunity to examine areas which are vital to today’s food industry. C or D) which you think fits best according to the text. C caused problems in his lessons.30 am. ‘Even something as basic as growing a few peas and discovering how much effort you have to put in to get results can have a powerful impact on people. Everyone comments on the way the lettuces stay fresh a lot longer than pre-packaged supermarket versions. the importance of a balanced diet and the need to reduce waste. C It has made teachers’ lives easier in class. ‘If I can get children to realise how farming works in reality and what it all means from the farm to the dinner plate. even if this involves just looking after some chickens or growing vegetables for the school kitchens. For questions 1–5. Eating vegetables picked fresh from the gardens is something new for students often more familiar with supermarket ready-meals. 1 Before he started work on the farm. which opened its farm in 2006. who used to hate waking up early for school. including Agriculture Science and the Certificate in Animal Care. D understand the whole process of food production. 3 Mr Marsden’s ambition is for the farm to help students A know more about the business side of agriculture. choose the answer (A. so students are urged to pick and eat produce grown in the college gardens. explains that although the school farm has helped improve the attitudes and behaviour of many of the students.’ Rob also thinks the responsibility has made him a better student: ‘I don’t misbehave any more. Students are involved in growing fruit and vegetables which are on sale in the college’s farm shop. One example is Thornton College in the north of England. Here. Professor Nigel Porter of Thornton University agrees.’ he says. ‘I love looking after the animals even if I have to get up early. The working day starts at 7. School farms More and more British schools are now running their own farms. 2 What does Tony Marsden think is the farm’s main achievement? A It has boosted the school’s academic performance. As he says ‘All schools should be able to use farms to support their educational processes. a science teacher. B may have long-term health benefits. 3 On Friday. 0 Jane has an experience working with a number of different environmental charities. 1 Jo studied environmental science at the university before getting a job in Canada. 2 The students who take a ‘gap year’ make a better career choice later. 1 Don’t you think it’s fun / funny how it rains every time there’s a public holiday? 2 I bought this dress with my savings. which was to get plenty of sleep. so please put out extra chairs. BIT With a will stay fine for the picnic on Saturday. Pity he’s moved away. 5 In the UK. agricultural is often despite the long hours in sometimes terrible weather. it’s only – a six-month contract. PIECE My teacher gave me my studies. using the word given. Fernando survived on a ready-made food from the supermarket. so I suppose I’ll end up doing 3 Being an engineer is a highly The training takes many years to complete. 2 Choose the correct word in italics in each sentence. 5 While I was studying. AMOUNT The flooding caused a huge to the electrical system in our school. If you can get a summer job in New York. 3 For questions 1–6. 2 It was really expensive to buy the tickets for tonight’s match. You must use between two and five words. I went to a job interview for first time – it was a nervewracking experience! 4 His first year in the UK. badly paid challenging full-time manual part-time skilled temporary tiring well paid job I’ve 0 It’s the most tiring ever had. 3 I always thought Mark was a really fun / funny guy. 5 There’s the fantastic post about celebrities’ past jobs on this blog. an or the. go for it! 5 Fiona doesn’t think she has any possibility / occasion / opportunity of landing the job she applied for. NUMBER Please put out extra chairs because we’re people at the school concert. 1 A: Congratulations on your first ! B: Thanks.6 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with work or job plus a word or phrase in the box. my teacher advised me to get plenty of sleep. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. always making jokes. 4 Each of the sentences below contains one mistake with a. 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . 1 We expect the school concert will be very popular. 4 If we’re lucky. 4 Juan’s in IT is extremely as there is so much to learn in such a short time. 3 The flooding severely damaged the electrical system in our school. DEAL The tickets for tonight’s match money. 2 I’ve always been good with my hands. Unfortunately. I’m always totally exhausted by the end of the day. You do not need all of them. 6 Can you tell me about the times of trains to Rome tomorrow? INFORMATION I’d like times to Rome tomorrow. Do not change the word given. including the word given. Find and correct the mistake. 0 I can’t remember the last time I had so much fun / funny. 4 Job possibilities / occasions / opportunities like this are rare. I’ll wear it on a special possibility / occasion / opportunity. we’ll have good weather for the picnic on Saturday. but do they suffer (3) exhaustion than busy executives. 10 Tom is doing a research to decide what course to take next year. caused some embarassing situations when taking a shower. When she did arrive. and its responsibility for other people’s lives. the replacement representative 15 did an excelent job of trying to find an alternative apartment. as it was necessary 10 to take a bus there instead of the five minutes’ walk you promised. but opportunity I would like to take this oportunity to complain about the accomodation on my recent holiday organised by your company. (0) but what actually are the most physically and mentally demanding (1) part (2) out there? Police officers frequently take dangerous high-speed chases. 7 Do you know how many different languages there are in a world? 8 Teenagers have a lot of options for the summer jobs. 6 There are ten more spelling mistakes in this letter of complaint.Progress test 6 6 I read recently that Brazilian government is trying to stop the destruction of the rainforest in their country. who may have responsibility for the income of thousands of staff? And how do jobs with very long working hours. There is an example at the beginning (0). firefighter is out in front by a huge margin. Dear Sir or Madam. but was unsuccessful. (4) as a lorry driver. not to mention (8) I look foward to your reply. it was not as convenient for the beach as I beleive you claimed in the brochure. So which career produces the largest (6) of tired- out employees? This year. read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. The report rates jobs based on a Overall. stress and physical demands me and will not be able to recomend your company to my to calculate the eight (5) generally demanding jobs. I did not enjoy the experience your company gave combination of working hours. Secondly. as you can imagine. It was impossible to comunicate with the local representative at the begining of my stay because she was ill and there was nobody to replace her until the last five days. according to a new study. 20 I would be greatful if you could provide me with a refund of the cost of the apartment. physical demands involved. 9 I hope we’ll have found a solution to the problem of the unemployment soon. all three are at the top of the table of toughest jobs around. although the apartment was confortable. there was no door on the bathroom. Many employees get worn out at work. 5 Firstly. Find and correct them. hours. compare? The reasons why these jobs are exhausting may differ. 5 For questions 1–8. which. often in dangerous situations. (7) of its mixture of extended working friends and family as you have asked me to do. Lucy Hall 2 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . Use only one word in each gap. about the result.7 Version B Progress test 1 Complete the sentences with appropriate verbs in the correct 3 Complete each sentence with the verb in form. the (1) 9 at weekends is a terrible way to spend your free time when the weather’s so nice. Better luck next time. do) Would you mind the time of our appointment tomorrow? (change) It’s no use . you should try to at least half an hour’s exercise per day. 0 We were starving after the football to look match. I also table tennis for the first time last week – it’s so much fun! 3 When I was at primary school. but I don’t think anyone noticed my (4) EXPERIENCE The second time foolishly. There is an example at the beginning (0).. (learn) If you want more about our services.. (reserve) We promised Jean Marc a lift to the station. Would you like to come? (go) Not another language might be the biggest mistake you ever make.000 people and next year. 6 Michele is keen to get fit and now swimming four times a week. He used to football at the weekend. As with many things that look easy. visit our website. but gave that up after a knee injury. 25. The first time I went out in my new boat I had a fairly (2) time sailing around. (give) I’m thinking of camping this weekend. 5 When you are studying for exams. My team won and yours lost. This year. (ski. More than one answer may be possible. doesn’t it? Out on some quiet lake without a care in the world. publicity is the key to success.. (find out) REAL is different. 4 If you are a sporting event. Unfortunately. isn’t it? (study) Diego is so bad at . There were a few (3) ENJOY COMFORT moments as I narrowly missed other boats.. 2 Though I other sports as well. 20. ‘What a (0) civilised way to spend a summer’s CIVIL day!’ I thought. (6) to COMPETE PATIENT get going.... however small. hold the next city 1 The organisers have decided to marathon in March instead of April. I was quite (7) for the strong gust of wind PREPARE that blew my boat on its side and me into the lake. (look) 2 For questions 1–8. (argue) I’m really sorry. First-time sailor 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Sailing always looks so relaxing.000 runners are expected to in this world-famous race. I had entered a beginners sailing (5) I put the boat in the water and. I part in lots of competitions with other schools. brackets in the correct form. I raised both sails. I’ve always found the best way to relax is to swimming. so we went home for something to eat. but I was too late a table at the restaurant tonight. read the text below. This taught me a (8) lesson: make VALUE sure nobody is watching when you try a new sport! 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE .. 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. in fact he’s a good example of how not it. As with many champions. C For at least one of them. this particular distance might be the basis for something unexpected. though. Now. though. achieving sporting success is only part of the picture. The school run How Kenya’s athletics success begins with the daily trip to school David and Ben had a long journey.000 metres at the recent Paris games. They hope to follow in the footsteps of the school’s most famous graduate. F In the end. when they were at school in northern Kenya. When he thinks back. They have. It is very rural and lacks many of the basis facilities that many children will take for granted. coming second in the 10. According to Moses. over ten kilometres on foot every day. live. (2) Like David and Ben. I have to go and my science teacher about the project. D Nowadays. Gabriel Mburu. too. Resources are scarce and the prospects for most children growing up in these conditions can be limited. 3 I can’t meet you after class. On such days. while his brother was third in the same race. he stays at home. (6) A champion marathon runner on three continents. Moses’ school can be found in one of the poorest parts of the country. 2 If you carefully. with the further danger of flooded rivers. You can use the words more hear listen listen to 0 A: Can I help you? B: Yes. you can just the sound of the sea. it will have a lot to do with that daily journey to school. if all goes according to plan. Outrunning dangerous animals and crossing flooded rivers to get to school do not really reflect the reality for most students. 2 The majority of the way is along muddy roads. though. B This could give them an early start in becoming successful marathon runners in later life. On a bad day. G He doesn’t give up. he has to deal with hazards most children never experience. been encouraged by the success of David and Ben – but with a difference. He wasn’t. before setting out on his journey and he aims to arrive at school by seven o’clock in the morning. Gabriel also ran to school. 5 You are going to read a magazine article about young athletes in Kenya. he is targeting a gold medal at the next Olympics. such distances are nothing to him. however. He then has to go all the way back. given the choice. he agrees that. then at lunchtime he ran back home and then went back to school in the afternoons. 4 These problems would never have happened if I’d my parents in the first place. this might mean going several kilometres before he even realises he can’t go any further. mainly because he was always late. Choose from the sentences A–G the one which fits each gap (1–6). I just TV for hours. another group of students from the same school has to make the same daily journey. Six sentences have been removed from the article. again running. and the rewards can be huge for the lucky few. some very dangerous. E If that sounds tough enough. If Gabriel has a golden future. A Athletics success does offer hope. His day starts with him preparing his own breakfast at five o’clock. 17-year-old Moses also faces a ten-kilometre journey to school and his schedule would amaze many of those used to catching the bus. something 1 I had a really boring weekend. There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . I was looking for the winter.Progress test 7 4 Complete each sentence with a word or phrase in the box in the correct form. or being driven to the school gates by parents. look look see watch for a black coat. there is nothing much good about his journey to work. It’s just over that hill. (1) David looks set to become another of Kenya’s famous long-distance runners. At Moses’ school there are currently two (5) children who have been entered for the Kenyan National Athletics Championships. The romantic idea of the Olympic stars developing their skills on their school journey is misleading. where wild animals. so Mario needed a mechanic to at his when it broke down. Occasionally the bridges he needs to cross are under water or even swept away. Nobody called at all. 5 He doesn’t know anything about cars. though. despite it being an important part of his development as a runner. (4) He is driven on by his desire to get a good education and has ambitions to become a doctor one day. (3) Part of the journey takes him through a forest. and the Games after that. He used to run two kilometres to school every morning. he would still have preferred an easier journey. 4 Repeated injuries forced Kevin to his career as a professional footballer and he has now decided to a career in coaching instead. including the word given.’ said Tony. Book now to avoid disappointment. 1 Anton applied for a job in marketing. ADVISED Nadia’s friend the new restaurant. 5 ‘You must try that new restaurant. One word is not used. 1 ‘Don’t forget that your lesson will start at 9. 2 Uncle Tim’s company asked him to open a new branch office in London. acting audience play performance scene spectators stage public I recently attended a (0) performance of the new (1) City Life at the Arthouse Theatre. 2 Complete this blog extract about a theatre trip using the words in the box. It means I can my ambition to become a journalist one day. said Julia.8 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with an appropriate verb in the correct form. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . Nadia. Do not change the word given. 6 I’ve been an internship at a magazine. KNOWING Tony accused me the way to George’s house. 7 Many schools offer work placements in companies so that students can work experience before they their careers. 1 3 For questions 1–6. something I wasn’t expecting from a cast of unknown performers – and I’m so glad I got the chance to see it. The (2) was absolutely fantastic. 3 ‘I don’t think you should watch so much TV.00 on Monday. but the final (6) will leave you in shock. The famous round (4) is still there. I won’t reveal the ending. ILL Jackie admitted she the previous week.’ her friend said.00 instead of 10. so this represented an excellent choice as its first production. LESS Alberto told me he TV.’ said Jackie. 2 ‘This isn’t how we get to George’s house. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. EARLIER The teacher reminded us that our lesson on Monday. You must use between two and five words. which means the actors have nowhere to hide as the (5) have a 360-degree view. REMEMBERING Julia apologised birthday. 3 Lisa her singing career in 2009 with the song ‘I missed you’. but he the job as he didn’t want to move abroad. 4 ‘I wasn’t really sick when I took that day off school last week. More than one answer may be possible. The theatre itself has only just reopened to the (3) after the fire two years ago. Since then. but was unsuccessful as he any relevant experience. 6 ‘I’m really sorry I forgot your birthday. 8 My sister decided to her job in IT in order to train as a teacher. he’s another job much nearer home. There are now nearly two million people a job.’ said Alberto.’ our teacher told us. using the word given. 5 Unemployment has reached 15%. While it was cheap. All I have to do is make sure nobody sees. there are accidents. books. There will be hundreds of chefs working in the kitchen and it can be extremely loud. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . C The chef Because many of them eat in my restaurants. 5 You are going to read an article about four people who are involved in the annual Oscars ceremony. sales improved last month. D The florist This year. so we can’t complain. We meet four of the people who make it such a special night. 2 I’ve been incredibly busy the whole school year. whereas John has done very little. because nobody eats after breakfast. but we aim to be as good as any restaurant. The magazine has been holding this event since 1989. I’m doing the flowers for a party with a 1950s theme. 3 It wasn’t the best restaurant I’ve been to. We also offer a maintenance service for past 2 winners. Most of my work is about making this possible. a lot of actors live near the sea. They used to go by truck. so there’ll be lots of bright colours to remind guests of lively rock and roll music. so we have learned to be good at turning people down politely. the Oscars. the flowers themselves only arrive two days before the Oscars’ night. of course. and it has always aimed at getting people from every area – the movies. he has still achieved great success in his career. Although planning begins months before. but now it’s mostly email. B The party organiser All good parties are identical. It’s impossible to fit everyone in. Everything has to be done quickly and efficiently. Normally food at these huge parties is horrible. but we have to say no. we’re not allowed to sell them to anyone. I also know that on Oscars’ night they’re going to be starving when I serve dinner. so what can be done in advance is limited. choose from the person (A–D). 5 Even though leaving school without any qualifications. something typically English if an English film has been nominated . to the best in the movie business. I know a lot of film stars.Progress test 8 4 Correct any mistakes in the sentences. They can easily get a few scratches over the years and.. We start discussing who to invite months ahead and get a huge number of requests for invitations. I want the flowers to mirror the music of the time. However. and dinner isn’t until late. People are always asking to buy a copy of the statue. The people may be chosen more than once. 4 Despite of all the bad luck he’s had recently. For questions 1–10. We always have Oscar-themed food on the menu: chocolate Oscars are popular. a set was stolen from one. Which person 1 mentions the impact of technology on their work? 2 takes inspiration from the award ceremony? 3 describes a skill they have perfected? 4 was forced to change their procedure? 5 wants some of their work to go unnoticed? 6 is happy to trust people to do their job properly? 7 mentions a simple formula for success? 8 wants to reflect the past in their work this year? 9 has to follow a certain rule? 10 understands exactly how people will be feeling? The people behind the Oscars Every year Hollywood awards its greatest prizes. sports and politics – under one roof to enjoy Hollywood’s most important day of the year. but there is always a crisis – people get sick. music. then fly them to Los Angeles. these people – my top chefs – know how to cook. Some sentences are correct. I also like to include ingredients linked to the films – say. A guest wants to see a few old friends and some people they would be pleased to meet. It used to mean hundreds of phone calls. Pepe is still one of the happiest people I know. but some years ago. I believe he has Although great potential for the future. A The Oscar maker Each Oscar statue takes 30 hours to make and the whole process is done by hand. We produce between 30 and 40 statues a year. 1 Although a lot of money was spent on advertising it. after all.to see if anyone notices the connection. 0 Despite he is very inexperienced. so it’s a huge occasion – it has to be because Hollywood is all about big occasions. More than one answer might be possible. but I stay quite relaxed most of the time. There are 140 tables to decorate. so air transport seems much safer. the product was unsuccessful at first. sea air is not good for Oscar. 4 While waiting for her friends to arrive yesterday. 3 It’s possible that Harry went to the shops to get something for dinner tonight. He hasn’t got a driving licence or a driver. Some sentences are correct. You might be very pleased. improve mental capacity and (1) the country by helping to cut the amount we (2) on health services. Try the door one more time. (3) no harmful ingredients and there’s no need to (4) it with a doctor before you get some. 3 A: The lights are out and nobody is answering the door. must 1 As long as there are no more delays. so there’s a chance I’ll have to stay home at the weekend. caused a lot of 1 The long. read the text below and decide which answer (A. If exercise came in a pill. What is it? Exercise – the miracle cure we’re continually trying to find. we often forget to (5) time for this particular medicine and our health suffers the (6) . MIGHT Harry shopping for tonight’s dinner. There couldn’t be anyone at home. COULD I up that dry cleaning for you. B: There might be. 0 Congratulations on winning your first 10. Example: 0 A danger B risk C threat D possibility A medical miracle? It can reduce your (0) of health problems. but we and it did get better. 2 The home team’s strategy it difficult for the visitors to score a goal and the match ended in a draw. 6 We’ve got exams next week. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. 1 I expect that’s Pete calling. MAY I go out at the weekend as we’ve got exams next week. 3 Correct any mistakes in the sentences. Perhaps they’re in the garden at the back. 7 Philip a few problems with understanding how to use his new smartphone. 5 My two daughters all their money on clothes and now they want me to buy them some more. spend. These are hers. COMING There are no flights. we can be landing in Rome in one hour. 8 My friend wanted to leave early because the film was boring. they feel happier too.000 meters race. Do not change the word given. C or D) best fits each gap. it would be among the most (8) medicines invented. but it a fantastic effect on tourism. 2 For questions 1–6. you might have to complete it for homework. For some reason. 4 I expect being motivated when you study online is difficult. 6 You too much time playing computer games these days. the 2 It would have been easy for me to collect that dry cleaning for you. 4 He might not be driving here tomorrow. However old you may be. but which we’ve always had right under our noses. 2 Claudia must have taken your keys by mistake when she left. which huge traffic jams in all directions. There is an example at the beginning (0). it’s simple to take. 3 A truck has broken down in the town centre. there’s plenty of (7) that those who participate in regular physical activity not only enjoy healthier lives. Furthermore. pass. hot summer problems for gardeners. You must use between two and five words. so Mr Cazorla the train. B. Barbara the time making a cake with her mum. 1 5 The only way for Mr Cazorla to get here is by train because there are no flights. including the word given. make. MUST That phone. No wonder you’ve got a headache. 4 For questions 1–8.9 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with stay. using the word given. works immediately. CAN’T yourself It when you study online. Does anyone really need to be told to do it? Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . cause or have in the correct form. 5 If you don’t hurry up and finish that essay. it is becoming clear that people have over the years made huge numbers of mistakes. For questions 1–6. is as eyewitnesses to crimes where we are asked after days. whether they are familiar or not. in order to spare either of you any embarrassment. B. In fact. line 15 A key area where face recognition lets us and others down. we’re attracted to faces because we learn that they send out many important social signals and give us vital information. and they sometimes tell you if the other person is someone you’ve already met. But doesn’t the ability to identify and to store in our memories the faces of our closest relatives then mean that we as adults will become skilled at face recognition where strangers are involved? In fact the opposite is true. current technology can indeed identify almost anybody if they are on the database.Progress test 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A advantage A spend A covers A consider A prepare A consequences A support A efficient B benefit B invest B encloses B speak B make B outcomes B suggestion B effective C advance C pay C contains C talk C do C conclusions C foundation C capable D gain D use D involves D discuss D build D results D evidence D helpful 5 You are going to read an article. Secrets of the human face Forget about your phone for a few minutes and take a look at the most successful and important communications gadget you will ever own: your face. but in real life cameras are often placed at heights where the only thing visible is the top of a head. mainly because they are all around us. as well as not covered by anything. In addition to communications. They let you know whether another person is listening to you or being friendly towards you. yet often also hiding our feelings – the list is long. but. All human faces are basically the same. Research suggests that it only takes a newborn baby a few days to be able to identify faces that are important to their lives. Is technology a better option? The movie industry has created many myths about the ability of cameras to recognise people. It is easy to overlook just how complex and sophisticated our faces are. or even weeks. We are often little better than babies in that respect. In these situations. one we may have seen for a few moments in a highly stressed situation. face recognition is hopeless if the subject is looking away. but think what the face is capable of: showing the whole range of our emotions. the face is where you see. From birth. sometimes with very serious consequences. 2 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . Although we tend not to think that much about them. the brain needs to be very well organised to notice the often minor differences between other people’s faces – especially between family members who may well be almost identical – minute by minute. choose the answer (A. finding and identifying one face amongst many is hard. There appears to be an instinct to notice faces and to pay attention to their features and appearance. to identify a face. C or D) which you think fits best according to the text. hear. With current technology. the face must be at a good angle. faces attract us. breathe and speak. Because all faces are so alike. and punished innocent individuals primarily because people struggle to recognise the faces of unfamiliar people. In the right circumstances. but they send out an incredible number of different signals to others. with the same set of features. just as fingerprint experts won’t find anything if someone wears gloves. simply because we spend so much of our time looking out from them. Progress test 9 1 What does the writer say about our faces in the first paragraph? A W  e tend to forget the variety of functions they can perform. B We need to realise how important they are to communication. D They both rely on one key factor. D how an adult’s memory for faces is worse than a baby’s. B They both need skilled operators to be successful. 2 A  ccording to the second paragraph. 3 4 What is the main reason why eyewitnesses are unreliable? A The original circumstances are often unfavourable. D We develop this instinct when we are born. C They are both shown inaccurately in movies. what is the difficulty we have with recognising different faces? A It’s hard for our brains to notice all the messages faces give us. 6 Why do we find faces attractive? A They give clues about how we’re getting on with someone. B We find it harder to communicate without visual signals. C our inability as adults to recognise strangers. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . C We are often unaware of how other people see them. C There are very few differences between faces. B There is too much pressure on them. B Certain faces are easier to recognise than others. 3 the opposite is true in line 15 refers to A the way people recognise family members. D People’s faces frequently change shape. C They tell us more about people than conversation does. C People soon forget what they saw. D They lack an important ability. B changes in the way we remember faces. D We should remember how much they reflect our inner feelings. 5 Why is camera technology similar to fingerprinting? A They are both using new technology to develop. A: So.. I agree. that’s just the beginning. 7 Raphael has now worked an architect for twenty five years.10 Version B Progress test 1 Complete the sentences with as or like. A in the correct form and one or more suitable prepositions from box B. so don’t expect to be leaving before six o’clock. 3 After the film finished. We finally (2) the front of the queue. In fact. but it hasn’t got a green door. I was glad to (6) home at the end of it. Every time he buys something. I didn’t think we were ever going to (3) there. We didn’t (5) at our hotel until about two in the morning. we have a lot to do today. Do you need anything? 2 Done! The floors are clean. 3 Complete the sentences with a verb from box as 0 Birds such the swift can spend up to two years in the air without landing. A: What a nightmare! B: Oh. Everything’s clean.. 8 a new member of staff. It wasn’t much of a weekend away. she was . although it’s harder to younger viewers nowadays with all the online entertainment available. A cater chill come come cut hang pop pick pull take wear B against around down for in into on out out over up up up with with 2 Complete the conversation with arrive. Now can we just for a minute... get or reach 0 Martha and Jose have come up against problems in restoring their old house. the windows are clean. 4 Successful TV soaps are still millions of viewers. my house.. 7 Akiko spent all morning cooking. 5 Arnold a brilliant plan to save money. 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . get to the A: How was your trip? Did you (0) airport in time? B: By the time we (1) we only had 15 minutes to check in. By the time her guests arrived for lunch. 8 Andy is trying to lose some weight. so he’s fried food and eating more vegetables. I my friends for about half an hour and then my mother came to me in the car. in the correct form. he has to save two pounds. 4 you know. a lot of 1 I’m just town to do a bit of shopping.. 6 We found the prices on holiday were about the same they are here at home. only to be told the flight had already left. Jane will be working with a more experienced colleague at first.. 1 Why don’t nurses earn much money footballers? It seems very unfair. 6 If you can’t finish the job. 2 It does look . 5 I can’t stand it when my brother does things leaving his clothes on the bathroom floor.. see? 3 Lucy was regarded irresponsible by her teacher she was always late for class. what happened? B: Well the airline put us on a late flight and we finally (4) in Florence just after midnight. I’m happy to from you. paint a picture or even cook something. MIGHT Vicky you if you have any problems. Whichfield is a brilliant festival for all ages (12) it has (13) a variety of things to see (14) you are sure to enjoy yourself. You can drive to the festival. you could ask Vicky for assistance. Ola immediately smelt gas. (16) you’ll save money too. circus shows and a cinema tent. there are over 100 workshops for all ages. such as comedians. (1) the music. using the word given. (10) . You must use between two and five words. the cinema tent was always full. MUCH I than I used to now I’ve had some lessons. UNABLE Santi the race. (3) Whichfield is most famous for its music. including the word given. 1 Having lessons has really improved my singing. LAST because of the I noise in the street. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. (5) last year. Some of the them can be used more than once although apart from because but if in fact is probably the best way to  so  such  that what is more  where which Whichfield is a music festival near London where (0) you can go for three days in May to listen to music from all over the world. 2 5 Complete the text below with the words and phrases in the box. taking the bus. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . (6) that was mainly (7) it was raining! Whichfield is about five kilometres from the nearest town. there are other attractions (4) also attract many fans. CONCENTRATE I my homework after lunch. (8) please think about the environment when choosing how to get there.Progress test 10 4 For questions 1–6. (11) get there. you can buy advance tickets (15) at a discount price. Many fans prefer to leave their cars at home (9) it’s even easier to get there by public transport. 2 I find it impossible to do my homework. (2) you are interested. 4 The noise in the street kept me awake all night yesterday. Do not change the word given. COULD Ola as she opened the front door. which leaves every 10 minutes during the day. 5 When she opened the front door. you can learn to play an instrument. 6 Santi didn’t succeed in finishing the race. . 3 If you have any problems. As (1) we should be aware of the ‘tricks’ our spending. (5) the other hand. C or D) best fits each gap. Can you smell fresh bread? This smell. It starts at the entrance. Regularly bought items. read the text below and decide which answer (A. D users D effect D consume D booth D on D stock D ledge D bargain Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . tend to be spread all over the store. The sweets and magazines at the (4) more ? These ‘impulse buys’ are placed near the exit to give stores one last chance at our cash. pumped around the store. makes us feel hungry and more likely to (3) food. the most profitable (6) level on the (7) . Finally. Example: 0 A gained B earned C made D acquired Reading supermarkets In the highly competitive world of shopping. supermarkets exist solely to efficiently separate us from our hard.(0) used to (2) money. this is no accident. B. The old saying ‘look high and low for something’ is worth remembering as this is where you’re most likely to find a real (8) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 3 A consumers A importance A achieve A kiosk A in A item A shelf A deal is at eye B traders B impact B invest B counter B by B store B sill B snip C clients C influence C purchase C stall C at C supply C stand C value . so we need to pass lots of things we didn’t originally want in order to find those we did. There is an example at the beginning (0).Progress test 10 6 For questions 1–8. We’re determined to get to the of it. We’re rushed off of our feet. I don’t think I’ll need any though as my teeth are in pretty good shape. . WHOSE The teacher wanted to know on the whiteboard. 3 All visitors get recommended Pani Stasza’s restaurant by Maciej. using the word given in capitals. 2 Complete the idiomatic expressions in the sentences.11 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with a word or phrase in the box in the correct form. so I went home early. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . 2 Paul a little weight whole on holiday. 4 It’s important to stay fit and as you get older. including the word given. 5 Please wash your hands to prevent the spread of . 0 The restaurant is so busy these days. There is one word in the box you do not need to use. complete the second sentence in each question so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. BASED Lego. You must use between two and five words. Perhaps you should sit down. 4 I felt a bit off . WHICH Pani Stasza’s is the restaurant all visitors by Maciej. permanently 1 Helena wasn’t expecting to get the job and was completely taken when they offered it to her. Do not change the word given. I think it was something I had at lunch. 1 3 For questions 1–6. TEND Students have the widest vocabulary range. I’m always coughing and sneezing. 2 The Danish company Lego has been selling toy bricks since 1958. a terrible cold over the winter and 3 I I’m still over it. 5 Massimo preferred how his mother cooked pizza. 2 You look like you’re feeling under the You’ve gone very pale. has been selling toy bricks since 1958. 1 People know my town because of its chocolate makers. THAT Massimo’s mother cooked pizza liked best. Sitting in a chair all day is the worst thing to do. 3 Somebody ate all the chocolates and we want to know who. 4 The teacher wanted to know who had written on the whiteboard. 6 The more reading students do. 1 I’m going to be a bit late to school tomorrow as I have to go the dentist from my annual . active balanced diet catch check-up get over ill infection put on treatment workout 0 The new gym next door means you can go for a workout before you go to school. Chips every day is not really a . the wider their vocabulary range. LIVE The town famous for its chocolate makers. 000 people aged 13-18 years old were questioned. Even if there’s something important you need to talk about. There is one extra sentence which you do not need to use. etc. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . the disease of At its (0) smallpox was one of the great terrors of the human race. There is an example at the beginning (0). During the teen years. James survived and modern medicine had arrived. James Phipps. Keeping it tidy and minimising distractions will make a huge difference when it comes to ‘shutting down’ your system. However. Six sentences have been removed from the article. Do you think someone might break the arrangement and you might be tempted to reply? (6) Your eyelids will feel too heavy and your bed too soft for you to get up and fetch it. agree with your friends to stop messaging after a specific time at night. Only a lucky few were able to survive an attack. for example. This (3) to deal with lethal diseases such as smallpox looked set to continue. (1) There are many reasons that lead to sleeping fewer hours than your body needs. listening to soft music or writing in a diary. etc. it’s normal for a person’s ‘body clock’ to keep changing. You probably have a computer and (2) lots of books on your desk. leave your phone outside your bedroom. (4) To avoid lying in bed for hours wide awake. tablet. until. the discovery of (4) by a simple country doctor.Progress test 11 4 For questions 1–8. If it still doesn’t work. It might seem unimportant but a messy room doesn’t help a lot of people go to sleep. Smallpox had (8) by 1980 and Dr Jenner has probably saved more lives than anyone else in history. Edward Jenner. It could be reading a book. Less than 14% didn’t think that getting enough sleep was important. Whatever you choose to do though. One day you may feel tired right after dinner and the next day your eyes will be wide-open at 1am. you should try to stop this from happening. laptop. he deliberately infected a young boy. and a cure was completely (1) to the (2) profession of the time. Heroes of medicine height . A Don’t charge your phone or tablet next to or near your bed. try adding something else to the equation. who conduct extensive trials. So. Your brain needs to ‘log off’ after a long day at school and activities. that is. don’t use your phone. Choose from the sentences A–G the one which fits each gap (1–6). Although (5) of precisely why this was. Jenner had noticed that one group of people never caught smallpox: those who had already caught the less serious cowpox. set a bedtime routine. So what can you do to ensure healthy sleep habits? 2 First of all. B Although it’s normal. Probably (7) modern scientists. Communicating with people when you should be sleeping won’t help you achieve this. D Naturally. Give your advice in the morning when you’re rested and your mind is clear. E In this case. in which 4. Jenner never repeated the experiment. this doesn’t mean that most teenagers sleep the recommended 8-9 hours every night. and clothes piled up on a chair. about 60% of teens consider sleep a big health factor. look around your bedroom. first with cowpox. having a TV there isn’t a good idea. However. (3) It’s easy to get into the habit of falling asleep to the background noise. before you go to sleep. notes from school strewn over the floor. a noisy environment. 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. read the text below. HIGH KNOW MEDICINE ABLE VACCINE CERTAIN UNDERSTAND LIKE APPEAR 5 You are going to read a magazine article about sleep. going to bed at different times. (5) Find something to do that relaxes you. C Only a very small percentage gets a good night’s sleep. lack of exercise. once was enough. it’s wiser to wait till the sun is up. Texting your friends or chatting online really affects a good night’s sleep. and then with smallpox. so you won’t be able to do so without it. Look after your sleep habits According to recent research. an action that would probably have been (6) today. F Does it make you feel calm and relaxed? G Allow some time to unwind before you lie down. Go to bed at the same time every night and your body will learn to ‘obey’ you. get keep review think try use If you want to pass this exam. USE If it wasn’t this game online. 4 I need someone to keep an eye of the dinner while I pop to the shops. (organise. using the word given. phone) 1 3 For questions 1–4. 2 Complete each sentence using the correct forms of the verb in brackets. but it costs £15 a month. OVERSLEPT If you missed class. 4 Complete the advice with the verbs in the box in the correct form. 2 We do everything possible to prevent accidents on our cycle track. if possible. 2 I’d love to play this game online. (pass. 3 Not being able to play the piano well is my biggest regret. they in the hot weather. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. (check. and make sure that you (4) to read something in English every day. You must use between two and five words. 0 Hi. OK? 5 An inspector asked to control my ticket. 5 We didn’t bring a map. There is one verb that you do not need to use. I’d advise you (0) regularly. (not go. At least one sentence is correct. It will help a lot with those longer texts. the party more successful. Just calling to supervise on you and your sister. if I one of my friends to test me as often as possible. BE We wouldn’t brought a map. 1 Jim quit the basketball team because the coach was very strict. die) 4 Mikos his piano exam if he more with his father. Please wear your helmet at all times to protect head injuries. OFFERED They would have sold more products prices. 3 New teachers are supervised by a more experienced colleague during their first year. The best idea if you want to get better at speaking would be (3) only English in the classroom. see) 2 I to the concert even if I about it. so we’re lost. 4 What a shame you woke up too late to get to class. Jon.12 Version B Progress test 1 Correct any mistakes with the words in bold. know) 3 If Sue to water her plants. 6 Their prices were too high and they didn’t sell many products. Is everything OK? check 1 Please make sure you keep the changing room door shut in order to avoid any embarrassment. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . BETTER I wish the piano. You should (1) were you. Do not change the word given. you that it was going to rain all day today. I was too busy. (be. STILL If the coach hadn’t been so playing for the basketball team. ’d organised 0 If you things would have been better. (remember. including the word given. be) 1 If you online. practise) 5 Katie so annoyed with her dad if he to say he was going to be late. I’d (2) to review all your work good vocabulary records and. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . By understanding how bees work (8) their routes so efficiently. The lungfish is now thought to be the most likely contender for this particular prize. we may better be able to organise these vital networks. which has remained unchanged in appearance since before dinosaurs ruled the world. There is an example at the beginning (0). have previously led some to believe that they might be connected in some way to those first fish that made the great leap from sea creatures to land-based life. unlikely to be closely related to the first fish to move on to land. and where the coelacanth has no natural enemies. or whether in fact its DNA was actually developing in just the same way. E Scientists often discuss the way certain species have developed over the ages. The coelacanth is not a fossil. such as backbones. This may be a reflection of the fact that they had no real need to change because they live in an environment that has not itself altered a great deal. Which section mentions 1 a new candidate to fit a theory? 2 an absence of threats? 3 confirmation of a theory? 4 an idea that was disproved? 5 a possible misinterpretation of a phrase? 6 a lack of knowledge? 7 an unexpected discovery? 8 an unchanging environment? 9 a mistaken belief? 10 an almost unique physical feature? 2 The coelacanth A The coelacanth is a deep-water sea fish. scientists were unsure whether the coelacanth has remained so unchanged because it truly was evolving slowly.5 metres long. as other species. living in the same world as us. but a living creature. 6 You are going to read an article about an unusual species of fish. They have fins that often remind people of the legs of land animals. They have backbones like those of frogs and lizards. Until recently.Progress test 12 5 For questions 1–8. For questions 1–10. Being able to solve the problem is vital for bees because the shortest route uses the least energy and. C A fully grown coelacanth can reach 1. the youngest of which were over 70 million years old. Why would it need to change anything about itself? Scientists carrying out the DNA examination also learned that coelacanths were. bees suitable (0) (1) somehow able to calculate the quickest possible way (2) these flowers and to be able to explain this to other bees. plus their extremely long existence on Earth. ultimately. They are related to the coelacanth. The sections may be chosen more than once. Powerful computers discover the answer (4) performing millions of calculations. say scientists. however. Use only one word in each gap. Modern scientists. in fact. but bees achieve the same outcome using a brain (5) bigger than a grain of sand. say that this term is sometimes unhelpful as people may get the impression that it refers to a dead species that scientists have somehow brought back to life. They are simply highly adapted to living in such an extreme situation. but their DNA is far more complex. D When finally studied scientifically. These factors. (6) bees. and at the same rate. will produce the most honey. This is known to scientists (3) the ‘travelling salesman problem’: how a travelling salesman can find the shortest way between all the different destinations he has to get to on his trip. sometimes known as the ‘living fossil’. but there still remain a number of locations where the wildlife is not forced to evolve and the coelacanth’s caves is one of them. choose from the section (A–E). read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. The coelacanth DNA has the slowest rate of what is known as ‘substitution’ compared to most animals with similar physical features. B It was the 19th-century British scientist Charles Darwin who first used the expression ‘living fossil’ to mean any animal that had been able to survive unchanged since prehistory. coelacanth DNA did show that it has changed no more quickly than the fish’s external appearance. It was something of a surprise to scientists when one was netted by a fisherman in 1938. Bees beat computers When they leave their hives and discover flowers for gathering nectar from. our lives depend on complex structures (7) as transport routes. but was previously only known in fossils. It is known to live in sea caves deep beneath the Indian Ocean. say scientists in a new report. 7 Do I fill in all this application form? It seems very long. We can get them on the day. 5 Could Robin Corbley come to the reception . At the moment. 2 I need to my eyes because I’m having trouble reading. 3 I love London because of all the green . but our parents could visit.13 Version B Progress test 1 Complete each sentence with a word or words in the box in the correct form. read the text below and decide which answer (A. it is surrounded by old books either written or (4) in the 1920s. but I might let you go early as it’s a nice day. 6 Mathieu doesn’t like travelling by plane because there isn’t enough leg for him to stretch out. 8 We have to get to the car park early in the morning otherwise there won’t be any parking left. C or D) best fits each gap. probably the main opposite the cathedral. 0 I wasn’t allowed to go fishing on my own until I was 12 because my parents said it was too dangerous. The walls are covered in art and the rest of the room is full of plants. break place was 1 The best address for a new hotel would be a central . half of her office. forcing her into hiding in the basement. 4 For questions 1–8. and this is how she finds her (5) for the period. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . There is an example at the beginning (0). 4 We book the cinema tickets in advance. 6 We go home at weekends while we were doing the course. 3 Silvio couldn’t his assignment because his tutor was away. There are so many beautiful parks to visit. 4 Becky her washing machine yesterday after it flooded the kitchen. 3 You leave your bike here. 1 Evan speak to the teacher after class because he had missed some of the lesson. 1 Have you heard about Tim? He his window by some kids playing football. The house is so old that the wind and rain sometimes come in. me help her with 2 My mother never the cooking because I can be clumsy at times.00. area location square place room space 0 When I was small. 2 The top three floors of the building are all being used as office . 5 You’re stay until 5. She is writing a historical novel. even so. You can use the words more than once. 7 The play in our local park is very popular as it has lots of things for children to climb on. of have or get and the correct form of one of the verbs in the box in the gaps. A big bowl of fruit (6) she doesn’t have to (7) off to eat something. Rachel’s large office desk is central to her life. B. 1 3 Complete the sentences by writing the correct form cut mark redecorate repair test 0 She’s planning to have the house redecorated before she sells it. 5 James his hair tomorrow because he tried to do it himself and made a mess of it. It says ‘No bicycles’. 4 The trains are so busy that there is often only standing for passengers. my favourite hiding the cupboard under the stairs. This hasn’t been painted for nearly a century so she feels quite at home there – at (8) until her present book is finished. It has been her constant (0) lived. where there is someone to see him? Thank you. Example: 0 A attendant B companion C escort D colleague As a writer. and one of the (1) wherever she has when buying her current house was having enough (2) it takes (3) to fit it in. 2 Complete each sentence with an appropriate expression for expressing obligation or permission in the correct form. so if one of the members discovers a greener cleaning product. ECOfriends. They intend.’ she says. Of course. A number of organisations with similar objectives to Jimmy’s are all involved in the Make a Start scheme. Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . Some years ago. Waiting for trains in the snow was when he most missed his warm car. 2 ideas about green living are already gaining in popularity. cut more than 300 tonnes of CO2 through their activities. he calculates. is typical of members. which uses social media to help people to help each other in making their lives greener through sharing ideas and suggestions. taking shorter showers and growing more of his own vegetables. in normal circumstances. It provides enough energy to run her fridge and so saves her money. Claire. choose the answer (A. who lives on a houseboat. as well as saving energy by doing things like washing clothes at lower temperatures. but by taking similar environmentally friendly actions. without having to give up all the comforts of life that many people are used to. There are now 2. all his friends promised to support him – not financially. For questions 1–6. he says. He also greatly appreciated not having to pay for car insurance and petrol. B. he learned that the kind of sustainable life he was interested in was perfectly possible. saying that the organisation has really helped people like her who. for example. On the visit. He also cut down on eating meat. and that it does make a difference. C or D) which you think fits best according to the text. would never meet. Jimmy and his friends have now taken their ideas a step further and set up a not-for-profit company. but slowly his new habits became routine as he adjusted to his new existence. The aim of Make a Start is to demonstrate just how simple and enjoyable green living. Make a Start showed Claire how to put together a solar-powered electricity system line 72 for her boat. creating a strong community feeling.’ she says. Jimmy explains. especially as they were during the arrival of an extremely cold winter. in the longer term. but such attitudes never make the world a better place either. Green living When Jimmy Wellbeck sold his car in favour of commuting by train and cycling two years ago. there are many people who would say that this kind of activity doesn’t make enough of a difference to be worthwhile. between them. apartment blocks and local areas in touch with each other so that they can give each other a helping hand.com. they can just email it to the Make a Start bulletin board. claims Jimmy. Even her children were able to help out – and so the next generation has already started to get involved. he went on a trip to Germany where. to get together. One member. ‘I had no idea that it was so simple. In that first year. ‘People who live on boats are always keen on finding environmentally friendly solutions to problems. he and his friends have saved over 700 kg of carbon dioxide. to put people living in the same streets.500 ecofriends who have.Progress test 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 A causes A space A out A put A inspiration A indicates A stop A worst B influences B place B up B set B motivation B tells B pause B best C features C area C by C placed C creativity C explains C break C least D factors D location D for D located D influence D means D rest D most 6 You are going to read an article from a magazine. The first few months of being car-free were the hardest. energy saving and self-sufficiency can be. organise or get involved in community events. as a personal contribution to reducing the carbon footprint produced by intensive farming. not to mention several thousand pounds in a fun and relatively painless way. as well as get to know their neighbours. 3 Jimmy believes that attitudes to green living are A determined by people’s self-interest. 6 What does ‘it’ refer to in line 66? A saving money B getting children involved C reducing energy consumption D an electrical system 3 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . 2 Jimmy founded ECOfriends. B He had decided on a change of career. B often based on incorrect information. B allow him to spread his environmental message. D He tried to set an example to his friends.com to A educate people in living eco-friendly lifestyles. D help him meet other people with similar interests. D likely to change in future. C She is active in the environmental movement. C different from country to country. C create a support network for like-minded people. B She is a frequent participant in online activities. D She has been able to meet new friends through it. C He was interested in changing lifestyles.Progress test 13 1 What do we understand about Jimmy in the first paragraph? A He wanted to save some money. 4 What is the aim of the Make a Start scheme? A to make it easier for people to become green together B to build political support for green ideas C to make green living more fun D to create local green projects 5 In what way is Claire a typical member of Make a Start? A She lives a typical lifestyle of members. 4 Mikey has been allergic to bees ever since he has been bit by one as a young boy. CONSIDERED Naples home of the pizza. 1 The school has made the decision to redecorate some of the classrooms. 8 Archaeologists think the buildings may have built by the Romans in the fifth century. During the fair. who were caught on camera leaving the shop. Afterwards. 3 The newspapers have said that the negotiations have ended successfully. It had previously been own by a Russian family. BEEN It some classrooms will be redecorated. 3 For questions 1–6. 5 The Hollywood Walk of Fame. THOUGHT It be gone by the end of that month. complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence. made 1 Why didn’t you lock your bike? It can have been stolen! 2 We bought the house last year. including the word given. 2 Many people think pizza originated in Naples. 3 My uncle was in a film once. which is also known as ‘The Walk’. KNOWN Birds are flying enormous distances. The local band (6) music for everyone to dance to. You must use between two and five words.Version B 14 Progress test 1 Complete the text below using the verbs in the box in the correct form. Do not change the word given. using the word given. Some sentences are correct. The day ends with everyone (7) (8) a huge bonfire to watch as fireworks are . 0 I think my skateboard was make in Sweden. some people (5) in a show to entertain the whole village. where there is a great feast. pulling a cart full of food to the village hall. SAID The computer is invented hundreds of years ago. the village where I grew up (0) holds its village fair. 4 Everyone believed she was going by the end of the month. attracts millions of visitors every year. 1 Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014 PHOTOCOPIABLE . but his part was cut and you can’t see him anywhere on the screen. celebrate commemorate dress up gather round hold let off march perform play Every September 20th. 5 People say that the invention of the computer took place hundreds of years ago. REPORTED It is a successful end to the negotiations. 7 The Police would like to speak to these two men. 2 Correct any mistakes with the passive in the sentences. 6 We know that birds can fly enormous distances. There is a local story that this originated to (1) the first harvest after a great famine in the 14th century (although others say it is held to (2) a great battle fought nearby). 6 The juice is squeezed from the oranges and filtered before it packed in cartons. the villagers (3) costumes and (4) in traditional through the streets. 9 Ellie’s photos of the school play have been posted on the school website. Researchers emphasised that teenagers who have emotional (7) can reduce their stress (8) by using their blog to interact with the readers and discuss their experiences. By doing so. There is an example at the beginning (0). US-based (4) studied 250 young teenagers and discovered that their (5) in blogs and blogging (6) had a positive mental and physical impact. BLOG AMAZE DIFFER ADD SCIENCE PARTICIPATE ACT DIFFICULT SIGNIFICANT Complete First for Schools by Guy Brook-Hart with Katie Foufouti © Cambridge University Press 2014  PHOTOCOPIABLE . where (9) is common. Eventually. There is an example at the beginning (0). looking (8) as forest the woodland as their ancestors once did. (3) well as a thriving population of animal life. a team of researchers have identified natural pests from (4) original home that (5) hope can control (6) in the UK.Progress test 14 4 For questions 1–8. believed to (5) up to 800 years old. If (7) get the green light. Deepden has an excellent network of footpaths. I found out that they can actually make a (2) to your health. As (1) has no natural enemies here. months of careful trials still lie ahead for the team before (14) can release the insects into the wild. In Japan. Problems with a weed it was first introduced to Europe as garden plant. looking for any that only ate knotweed. To my (1) . (2) makes it difficult and expensive to get rid of. eating fresh vegetables and all those other good things we should do. In knotweed’s home country. (13) identified two possibilities. Japan. Deepden Wood Even in a part of the country renowned (0) for its beautiful woodland. However. Hopefully. along with a handful of other trees over 200 years old. (12) began to test the predators. you’ll know blogs are a perfect way to spend a spare moment. Deepden Wood stands out. a local group of green activists. there are hundreds of plant-eating insects which attack (10) . get blogging. (8) will be the first use of biocontrol – using one pest to control another – in Europe. Blogging is good for you blogger like me. or if Whether you’re a (0) you just enjoy reading them. 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. Use only one word in each gap. though. and a lucky few may also glimpse a red squirrel. in (3) to visiting the gym. Now. (4) of the wood’s older residents include an ancient oak tree. A new study indicates that we should. mainly because it helps stressed teens deal with their emotions and build up their self-esteem. (6) successfully resisted plans to create a golf course on part of the land. and discovering (11) was just what the team needed to hear. and is in fact one of (1) largest areas of forest in the entire country. Deer are a common sight in the early morning. 6 For questions 1–8. including a number (2) plants rarely found in this part of the world. read the text below and think of the word which best fits each gap. now (7) wardens. The wood itself is a rich habitat. all (3) is about to change. read the text below. 2 5 Complete the text with an appropriate expression. More recently. Those that attacked any other plants were rejected. Although (0) knotweed has since grown out of control. and visitors are always welcome. they express their feelings rather than keep them inside and get valuable advice for free.