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Allother images © Pearson Education [Every effort hasbeen made to trace the copyright holders and we apoogise {nadvance for any unintentional omissions. We would be pleased to inset the appropriate acknowledgement in any subsequent edition ofthis publication, Exam Overview 4 Practice Test 6 118 in Reading and Use of English 118 Practice Test 1 6 Writing 130 Reading and Use of English 6 Listening 132 Writing 20 Speaking 137 Listening 23 Speaking 29 Practice Test 7 138 i Reading and Use of English 138 Practice Test 2 32 Writing 150 Reading and Use of English 32 Listening 152 ‘Writing 46 ‘Speaking 157 Listening 49 Speaking 55 Speaking and ls Writing File 158 Practice Test 3 58 Speaking a ise Reading and Use of English 58 Writing File 163 writing 70 Listening 72 Visuals for Speaking 170 Speaking 7 Test 1 Speaking 170 . Test 2 Speakin 173 Practice Test 4 8 Pa i 176 Reading and Use of English 78 Test 4 Speaking 179 Writing 90 TestS Speaking 182 Listening 92 Test6 Speaking 185 Speaking 7 Test7 Speaking 188 Practice Test 5 98 Answer Key 191 Reading and Use of English 98. Writing 110 Top 20 Questions 208 Listening 112 Speaking 117 ‘The Certificate in Advanced English (Cambridge Advanced) is an examination at Cambridge/ALTE level 4, set at C1 level on the Common European Framework of Reference scale. Cambridge Advanced offers a high-level qualification to people wanting to use their English for professional or study purposes. There are four papers: the Reading and Use of English paper carries 40 percent of the marks, and the other three papers each carry 20 percent of the marks. Reading and Use of English Writing Listening Speaking 1 hour 30 minutes, 1 hour 30 minutes 40 minutes (approximately) 15 minutes The examination questions are task-based and simulate realife tasks. Rubrics (instructions) are important and should be read carefully, They set the context and give important information about the tasks. There is a separate answer sheet for recording answers for the Reading and Use of English and Listening papers. 56 questions Paper Formats Task focus Reading and_ | Part 1: short text with a multiple-choice Part 1: use of vocabulary, e.g. idioms, Use of English | cloze task collocations, fixed phrases, complementation, eight parts phrasal verbs Part 2: short text with an open cloze task Part 3: short text with a word formation cloze task Part 4: keyword transformations Part 5: one long text with six multiple-choice questions Part 6: four short texts with four multiple-matching questions Part 7: one long text with a gapped paragraphs task (choosing which paragraphs fit into gaps in a base tex!) Part 8: one long text divided into sections, or a series of short texts, with a multiple-matching task Part 2: sentence structure and accurate use of grammar Part 3: use of the correct form of a given word in context Part 4: use of grammatical and lexical structures Part 5: reading for detailed understanding of a text, including opinion, attitude, tone, purpose, main idea Part 6: comparing and contrasting opinions and attitudes across different texts Part 7: reading to understand text structure, coherence and cohesion Part 8: reading to locate relevant ideas and information in a text or texts EXAM OVERVIEW Writing Part 1: one compulsory task Part 2: one task from a choice of three Part 1: input texts provide the context and content for an essay of 220-260 words Part 2: instructions give information about context, text type, target reader and purpose of a text of 220-260 words Part 1: producing an essay based on two points given in the input text. Candidates have to evaluate the points and express their own opinions, giving reasons. Part 2: writing for a specific reader using appropriate layout and register Possible genres are: letter, proposal, report and review. Listening four parts 30 questions Part 1: three short unrelated extracts with two multiple-choice questions on each ‘ Part 2: long text with a sentence-completion task Part 3: long text with multiple-choice questions Part 4: series of five monologues on a theme with a multiple-matching task Part 1: understanding gist, feeling, attitude, opinion, speaker purpose, etc. Part 2: locating and recording specific information Part 3: understanding attitude and opinion Part 4: understanding gist, attitude, main points, etc Speaking four parts Part 1: general conversation Part 2: individual long turn based on visual prompts Part 3: two-way conversation between candidates based on a question and written prompts Part 4: discussion on topics related to Part 3 Part 1: general interactional and social language Part 2: comparing and speculating Part 3: giving and eliciting opinions, negotiating, turn-taking, ete. Part 4: expressing and justifying opinions and ideas EXAM OVERVIEW ii READING AND. Uestelalantcl cist Guidance: Parts 1-4 Pe hel act ‘The Reading and Use of English paper lasts for one hour and thirty minutes. It contains eight parts, and has a total of fifty-six questions There are texts of varying lengths, with a range of text type and style of writing, for example extracts from newspapers, magazines, websites and novels, as well as other short texts Part 1 In Part 1, you read a short text and complete a multiple-choice ‘loze task. Bight words or phrases have been removed from the text. For each gap, you have to choose from four options the |word or phrase which fits best. Part 2 ln Part 2, you read a short text and complete an open cloze. Eight words have been removed from the text. You have to complete the gaps. Part 3 In Part 3, you read a short text and complete a ward formation task, Eight words have been removed from the text, You are given the base form of each missing word and you have to Create the correct form of the base word to fit the gap. Part 4 in Part 4, you read six pars of sentences and complete a key- ‘wotd transformation task. The pairs of sentences have the same meaning, but are expressed in different ways. Three to six words have been removed from the second sentence, and one Of these words, the key word, is given as a prompt. You have to Complete the second sentence, using the key word, Part 1 + Read the text, ignoring the gaps, to get a general understanding. + Only one of the options (A-D) fits the gap. + Check the words before and after the gap, e.g. some words «an only be followed by one preposition. + Some questions focus on linking words and require an Understanding of the whole passage. + Ifyou are not sure which word to choose, eliminate the options you know are wrong. + When you have finished, read your completed text again and check that it makes sense. Part 2 + Read the text, ignoring the gaps, to get a general understanding, + Think about the missing words. Each gap only needs one word, usually a grammatical word, e.g. pronoun, linker or preposition, rather than topic vocabulary, «+ Carefully read the text around each gap and think about what ‘ype of word is missing, e.g. dependent preposition or part of 2 fixed expression. + When you have finished, read your completed text again and check that it makes sense How todo the paper Part 3 + Read the text, ignoring the gaps, to get @ general Understanding + Decide which type of word is needed in each gap, ¢.9. noun, adjective, adverb. Look at the whole sentence, not just at the line including the gap. + Look at the word in capitals on the right of the gap. You may need to add a prefix or suffi, or make other changes, More than one change may be required. + Check to see if nouns should be singular or plural + When you have finished, read your completed text again and check that it makes sense Part 4 * Look at the key word. What type of word is it? What usually follows it, e.g. an infinitive, a preposition, or could it be part ‘ofa phrasal verb? * Think about the other words that need to change in the new word order, e.g. an adjective may become a noun or vice versa. * Your answer may include words or expressions not used in the first sentence, but these must express exactly the same idea. ‘+ Remember that contracted words count as two words, e.g. won't = will not TEST 1: READING AND USE OF ENGLISH i) asl evA)) (Wststeva snes Guidance: Parts 5-8 About the paper: Parts In Part 5, there is one long text to read. You have to answer six fouroption, multiple-choice questions, which follow the order of the text. Part 6 In Part 6, there is a set of four short texts on the same topic. There are four prompts which report the opinions and views of ‘the writers of the four texts, You have to match each prompt to the correct text or writer, Part7 ln Part, there is one long text from which six paragraphs have been removed. These are placed in jumbled order after the tex, ‘along with an extra paragraph that does not fit into any of the (9395. You have to use your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, referencing and text structure in order to reconstruct the text Part 8 1nPart 8, there is either one long text that has been divided into, sections, oF a series of short texts on the same topic There are aso ten prompts which report information and ideas from the texts). You have to match each prompt to the correct text cr section of text. Part § + Read the text quickly to get a general understanding of what it's about and how it's organised. + Read through the questions or question stems without looking at the options (A-D), and underline keywords in the question stem, + The questions follow the order ofthe text. Find the piece of text where a question is answered and read it carefully, underlining keywords and phrases + Try to answer the question. Then read the four options (4-D) and choose the one that is closest to your own answer. Look for the same meaning expressed in different ways. Check that the other options are all leary wrong. If you're stil unsute, see which of the options can be ruled out, and why. Part 6 + Read the prompts (37-40) first, underlining Key words and ideas. There are two main types of question. In most questions you are told which piece of text to read and which idea you are looking for. Do these questions first. In these questions: ~ Read through the section of text mentioned in the question prompt and find the relevant topic or idea. Read this ‘carefully to make sure you understand what the writer thinks about it ~ The question prompt then asks you to compare the writer's, ideas on the topic with those of the other three writers. it ‘may ask you who has the same ideas and opinions, or who expresses different ones ~ Now read the other three texts quickly to locate references to the topic or idea, Then read these sections carefully to ‘make sure you have found the writer who has the same or different ideas, In the other type of question, you are told the topic or idea and asked to find the writer who has a different opinion from the others on that topic. Do this question last. n this question: How!to dovthe paper i ~ Read all the texts quickly to locate references to the topic or idea mentioned in the question prompt Read these sections of text carefully to see which writer has different ideas on the topic to the other three Part 7 + Read the base text fist, ignoring the gaps, to get a general Understanding of what it's about and how it’s organised. + Next, carefully read the text around each gap and think about what type of information might be missing, + Read paragraphs A-G. Check for topic and language links with the base text. Highlight words that relate to people, places, events and any time references. This will help you follow the development of the argument or narrative. + Choose the best option to fit each gap. Make sure that all the pronouns and vocabulary references are clear + Once you've finished, re-read the completed text to be sure that it makes sense with the answers in the gaps, Part 8 + In Fart 8, you don’t need to read the whole text or texts first. The text is long and contains information that you don't need to answer the questions. + Read the prompts (47-56) first. underlining keywords and ideas. + Read through the texts) quickly and find information or ideas that are relevant to each question For each question, when you find the relevant piece of text, read it very carefully to make sure it completely matches the ‘meaning of the prompt. The ideas in each prompt are likely to occur in more than one section of the text, but only one text exactly matches the idea You need to read all these sections carefully TEST : READING AND USE OF ENGLISH TEST 1 fsa Neh Uo) USE OF ENGLISH Guidance: Parts 5-8 TAN eishisddell sal ncel Part 5 In Part 5, there is one long text to read. You have to answer six four-option, multiple-choice questions, which follow the order of the text Part 6 In Part 6, there is a set of four short texts on the same topic There are four prompts which report the opinions and views of the writers of the four texts. You have to match each prompt to the correct text or writer. Part7 In Part 7, there is one long text from which six paragraphs have ‘been removed. These are placed in jumbled order after the text, along with an extra paragraph that does not fit into any of the ‘gaps, You have to use your knowledge of grammar, vocabulary, referencing and text structure in order to reconstruct the text Part 8 Ih Part 8, there is either one long text that has been divided into sections, of a series of short texts on the same topic, There are also ten prompts which report information and ideas from the texts). You have to match each prompt to the correct text or section of text. Part + Read the text quickly to get a general understanding of what it's about and how it's organised. + Read through the questions or question stems without looking at the options (A-D), and underline keywords in the {question stem, + The questions follow the order of the text Find the piece ‘of text where a question is answered and read it carefully, underlining keywords and phrases Try to answer the question. Then read the four options (A-D) and choose the one that is closest to your own answer. Look for the same meaning expressed in different ways. ‘Check that the other options are al clearly wrong. If you're still unsure, see which of the options can be ruled out, and why. Part 6 + Read the prompts (37~40) fist, underining key words and ideas. There are two main types of question. In most Questions you are told which piece of text to read and which idea you are looking for. Do these questions first. In these questions: ~ Read through the section of text mentioned in the question prompt and find the relevant topic or idea. Read this ‘carefully to make sure you understand what the writer thinks about it ~ The question prompt then asks you to compare the writer's ideas on the topic with those of the other three writers. It ‘may ask you who has the same ideas and opinions, or who expresses different ones. ~ Now read the other three texts quickly o locate references to the topic or idea. Then read these sections carefully to ‘make sure you have found the writer who has the same or different ideas, In the other type of question, you are told the topic or idea and asked to find the writer who has a different opinion from the others on that topic. Do this question last. In this question: Reece ~ Read all the texts quickly to locate references to the topic or idea mentioned in the question prompt ~ Read these sections of text carefully to see which writer has ifferent ideas on the topic to the other three Part 7 * Read the base tex first, ignoring the gaps, to get a general understanding of what it's about and how it's organised. + Next, carefully read the text around each gap and think about what type of information might be missing, + Read paragraphs A-G, Check for topic and language links with the base tex. Highlight words that relate to people, places, events and any time references. This will help you follow the development of the argument or narrative. + Choose the best option to fit each gap. Make sure that al the pronouns and vocabulary references are clear + Once you've finished, re-read the completed text to be sure that it makes sense with the answer in the gaps, Part 8 + In Part 8, you don't need to read the whole text or tets fist. The text is long and contains information that you don’t need ‘to answer the questions. + Read the prompts (47-56) first, undetining keywords and ideas. Read through the text(s) quickly and find information or ideas that are relevant to each question. + For each question, when you find the relevant piece of text, read it very carefully to make sure it completely matches the meaning of the prompt + The ideas in each prompt are likely to occur in more than one section ofthe text, But only one text exactly matches the idea You need to rea all these sections carefully Test READING AND USE OF ENGLISH Tip Strip Question 3: These words all have a similar meaning, but which one is used to refer to a precise location? Question 5: These are all linking phrases, but only ‘one of them tells you that ‘another surprising thing will follow. Question 8: Only one Of these verbs is usually used together with the ‘noun ‘opportunity’. Part 4 For questions 1-8, read the text below and decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap. There is an example at the beginning (0), In the exam, mark your answers on the separate answer sheet. Example: 0 A hit B knocked C banged D_ beat Ce ES The Mysterious Isle In the early morning of 23 January, 2009, the most powerful storm for a decade (0) western France. With wind speeds in (1) ........ of 120 miles per hour, it flattened forests, (2) ........ down power lines and caused massive destruction to buildings and roads. But it also left behind an extraordinary creation. Seven miles out to sea at the (3) ........ where the Atlantic Ocean meets the estuary of the River Gironde, a small istand had (4) out of the water. Locals soon gave it the name The Mysterious Isle, What was so remarkable, (5) its sudden apparition, was the fact that the island (6) ........ intact in what is often quite a hostile sea environment. It could well become a permanent (7) ..... Scientists quickly realised that the island's appearance (8) ........ @ unique opportunity to study the creation and development of a new ecosystem. Within months, it had been colonised by seabirds, insects and vegetation. 1A surplus B advance © excess D put 2 A fetched B_ brought © cared D sent 3A scene B_ mark © stage D_ point 4 A tisen B_ grown © lifted D surfaced 5 A inspiteof B insteadof C apartfrom — D_ onaccountof 6 A prolonged B remained resided D_ persevered 7 A item B issue © matter D feature 8 A delivered B awarded © proposed D_offered ia TEST 1: READING AND USE OF ENGLISH Tip Strip preposition is used with ‘the verb to ‘invest’? Question 11: Which word completes the ‘common expression that els yu that ‘another point is going to be made? ‘Question 12: You need a possessive pronoun here. Part2 For questions 9-16, 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). In the exam, write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. Example: [0] [6|R[E|A|T Choosing Binoculars For independent travellers, a good pair of binoculars often represents an essential piece of kit. Unless you're planning to do a (0) ........ deal of bird-watching or other specialist activities, however, there's no need to invest (9) ........ a full-size pair. ‘Compact binoculars are fine when (10) ... .. comes to general all-purpose viewing in good light. What's (11) ......., they are certainly easier to carry round. Everyone has (12) ........ own idea of what makes a comfortable pair of binoculars. ‘When you're considering (13) ........ of the many brands and models on the market you should choose, don't base your decision on price alone. A better idea (14) to pop down to your local photographic store and (16) ........ those that fall within your price range a test run. (16) ......» You might like the look of @ particular pair, you may not find the handling and viewing position comfortable. Finally, make sure the binoculars come with a decent case and a comfortable neck strap. These details can make all the difference when you're out in the field, TEST 1: READING AND USE OF eNGUSH EL Tip Strip Question 17: You need to add a prefix to create the opposite meaning of this word. Question 19: Add another word to ‘let’ to form a compound word which completes a ‘common collocation with “tetall. Your answer needs to be plural. Question 23: What ‘noun can you make from this verb? Tt means “use. Question 24: Adda suffix to make a noun. Which letter from the verb is dropped? Part 3 For questions 17-24, read the text below. 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. There is an example at the beginning (0). In the exam, write your answers IN CAPITAL LETTERS on the separate answer sheet. Example: [0] {D]a[z[L|¥ The Inventor of the Bar Code Although you may never have heard of Joe Woodland, you almost certainly use his invention on a (0) ......... basis. For Joe was the man who came up with the idea of the bar code ~ that little box containing parallel lines of (17) width and (18) .......... that you find on the packaging of most products that are offered for sale at retail (19) ........ world wide. Joe Woodland actually invented the bar code way back in 1949, when the manager of a supermarket in Philadelphia asked him to design an electronic (20) ..... system which would be both simple and effective. The purpose of the bar code is to store (21) information about the product, which (22) .......... speeds up the process of recording sales and restocking the shelves. The idea was way ahead of its time however, and didn't find any immediate practical (23) ........... Itwas the (24) .......... of laser gun technology decades later which allowed Joe's invention to come into everyday use. 1 TEST 1: READING AND USE OF ENGLISH DAY REGULAR LONG LET: CHECK CODED POTENTIAL, APPLY ARRIVE

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