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Part IYou will hear short conversations. After you hear each conversation, you will be asked a question about what you heard. The answer choices are shown as pictures (A, B, and C). Circle the letter of the correct answer. You will hear each conversation only once.
Practice Test 1
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11Part IIImagine you are listening to the radio. You are going to hear someone from a radio station interviewing three people at a local air guitar competition.
• First, you will hear about air guitars, the U.S. Air Guitar organization, and its role in the great Air Guitar World Championship Network.
• Next, you will hear about the air guitar tournament that is about to take place.
• Finally, you will hear about some of the things you can buy at the air guitar festival.
You will hear the interviews in several parts. After each part, you will hear some questions. There are three answer choices for each question. You should select, from the three answer choices, the best answer to the question. If you want to, you may take notes in your book as you listen.
Now you will hear the beginning of the first interview. For this part, there will not be any actual test questions. The questions that follow this part are examples only.
31. a. musical skill b. an electric guitar c. imagination
32. a. famous rock stars b. karaoke singers c. music teachers
33. a. to play loud music b. to put on a wild show c. to show how well you sing
34. a. in their bedrooms b. at a regional competition c. at parties and dance clubs
35. a. to over 20 cities around the USA b. to the U.S. Air Guitar National Final c. to the Air Guitar World Championship
36. a. the United States b. Canada c. Finland
37. a. 20 b. 18 c. 6
38. a. Antarctica b. Europe c. North America
Now we will continue this interview. Remember, after each section of the interview you will hear some questions. The sections are separated by double lines. You will have 12 seconds to mark your answer to each question. There will be 20 questions. Are there any questions before we begin?
Example 1: a. at a radio station b. at a football game c. at an air guitar tournament
The answer is c, at an air guitar tournament.
Example 2: a. a football player b. the event’s organizer c. a competitor in the event
The answer is b, the event’s organizer.
You may write notes here.
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39. a. a serious music video b. a comic event at a music video festival c. an international media event
40. a. the United Kingdom b. the USA c. Finland
41. a. Canadian b. American c. Dutch
42. a. It’s a regional championship. b. It’s the national final. c. It’s a pre-season warm-up
43. a. at Giants Stadium b. in Washington, D.C. c. in 25 regions across the country
44. a. Awesome b. Airisol c. Ricky Stickyfingers
45. a. They’re from different parts of the USA. b. They’ve never performed in public. c. They all live near Giants Stadium.
46. a. $0 b. $18 c. $30
47. a. They’re about the same price. b. They’re much more expensive. c. They’re a good deal cheaper.
48. a. They are completely sold out. b. They are widely available. c. They haven’t gone on sale yet.
49. a. since 1996 b. since the 1950s c. since the 1970s
50. a. an official U.S. Air Guitar T-shirt b. air guitar strings c. an air guitar made of pure oxygen
Keep in mind …• Listening, Part II always begins with a description of what the interview is about, followed by two sample questions. This helps set the scene for what you are about
to hear.• To get an even better idea of what the interview is about, use the time before the recording is played to skim through one or more sets of the answer choices. Thiswill prepare you for some of the language you will hear.
You may write notes here.
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51. He calls his parents once a week, no matter .
a. is busy or not b. he is busy c. what he’s busy d. how busy he is
52. The boss wants everything finished by the time we leave tonight.
a. to be b. will be c. being d. must be
53. She’s not sure who broke the window, but she to find out.
a. determined b. has it determined c. is determined d. is determining
54. Many people don’t like living alone because they find do everything by themselves.
a. it difficult to b. difficulty in c. the difficulty of d. that it’s difficult
55. I can see you’re tired, so I suggest the evening at home for a change.
a. us to spend b. spending c. we’ll spend d. to spend
56. Dad just called to say he’ll be a little late, buthe’s the way.
a. out of b. on c. in d. over
57. “Didn’t anyone tell you?” “It seems I’m always .” a. knowing last b. the last knowing c. the last to know d. known last
58. He’s hoping to buy a phone Internetaccess and a built-in camera.
a. of b. with c. for d. to
59. “I hear there’s a new restaurant at the mall.” “Let’s try it, ?” a. won’t we b. aren’t we c. shall we d. do we
60. Excuse me, tell me how long the meeting will be?
a. can b. when you c. do you please d. could you
61. The tour guide warned in the park after sunset. a. them not walking b. them not to walk c. about them not walking d. them don’t walk
62. It wasn’t hard to see that in the garden all morning. a. he’d been digging b. he’s digging c. he’ll have been digging d. he would dig
GRAMMAR
80 minutesGrammar – Vocabulary – Reading
Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence or the conversation.
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63. Since this Friday is a holiday, she thinks better to go away next weekend.
a. is b. she had c. it would be d. would be
64. he’s working on the weekends, he hardly has any free time.
a. Once b. In the event c. By the time d. Now that
65. She said that she would as soon as he got home. a. give to him the message b. give him the message c. give the message him d. to him the message give
66. When the old man’s wife died, he felt in the world. a. the lonely one b. all lonely c. all alone d. lone
67. She is more efficient secretary he’s ever had. a. than any other b. of the other c. from another d. than other
68. the truth, I have no idea whether or not he’s dating anyone now.
a. Telling b. To tell you c. If I told d. According to
69. She told him that he needed the grass. a. cutting b. to have cut c. to be cut d. to cut
70. The teacher predicted that students would pass the exam.
a. most of the b. the most of the c. more of d. most of
71. The adults on the hike walked slowly so the children could keep .
a. with them up b. up with them c. them up with d. up them with
72. Earning a living is more difficult nowadays than . a. the past was b. it was in the past c. was in the past d. used to be
73. had he opened the door than the phone rang. a. No sooner b. Hardly ever c. Only when d. As soon as
74. “What’s this shoe doing here?” “I don’t know. I wonder .” a. why it is b. whose it is c. what it is d. which it is
75. From , John’s parents won’t let him go to the concert. a. that I heard b. hearing it c. what I hear d. something heard
76. Would you like help you with these heavy packages? a. if I b. me to c. that I d. to
77. “I hear John had an accident.” “ call him and see how he is?” a. Why not b. Should c. How about to d. Are we
STEP 1: Analyze the stem and choices.STEP 2: Identify the grammar point being tested.STEP 3: Consider the choices one by one. Rule outany you know are wrong.STEP 4: If you’re not sure, guess and move on!
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ambulance. a. taken b. took him c. had to be taken d. took
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a. always b. already c. altogether d. almost
80. “Could you do me a favor, please?” “Of course, you wish.” a. whatever b. whoever c. whichever d. however
81. It’s clear that his parents don’t approve his new friends. a. about b. from c. with d. of
82. Tom and Mary are pleased that their children have grown up to be so .
a. dependent b. depending c. dependence d. dependable
83. He wishes he were taller on the basketballteam next year.
a. so he could play b. enough to play c. that he can play d. while playing
84. the terrible weather, we took a ride in the country.
a. Because b. In spite of c. No matter d. However
85. “I think I saw Jane yesterday.” “She’s away on business so you .” a. mustn’t have b. shouldn’t c. can’t have d. wouldn’t
86. She’s upset because she thinks her friends make of her when she’s not around.
a. fun b. comedy c. joke d. amusement
87. These books aren’t mine. I wonder who they to? a. apply b. belong c. own d. relate
88. I’m shocked that he lied to us, because by nature he’s not a(n) person.
a. apathetic b. impolite c. dishonest d. confident
89. The band has really improved. I guess all that hard work has really paid .
a. out b. back c. up d. off
90. She wore her favorite jeans in hopes of making agood on her new classmates.
a. effort b. impression c. opinion d. reaction
91. It’s clear that his parents don’t of him stayingout so late.
a. appreciate b. approve c. admire d. agree
VOCABULARY
Choose the word or phrase that most appropriately completes the sentence.
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92. She broke up with her boyfriend because shefelt she couldn’t on him.
a. communicate b. account c. believe d. rely
93. The problem with being so tall is that it’s hard to find jeans that are the right .
a. height b. length c. width d. depth
94. If her parents increase her , she’ll be able to buy more music online.
a. permission b. allowance c. privilege d. authority
95. She couldn’t call her parents because she forgotto her cell phone.
a. load b. electrify c. charge d. empower
96. Tim’s father lost his job last month, so the family hasto their spending.
a. watch b. increase c. supplement d. caution
97. Students are not allowed to send text messages in class. It’s school .
a. law b. rule c. policy d. conduct
98. Bullies are , but their bark is usually worse than their bite.
a. passive b. intimidating c. encouraging d. timid
99. Mike listens to music when he studies because he claims it improves his .
a. appearance b. concentration c. popularity d. intensity
100. It’s not unusual for parents to question their teenager’s in music.
a. appetite b. choice c. taste d. flavor
101. The of that new song makes it easy to dance to. a. volume b. lyrics c. pace d. beat
102. There’s ice on those steps! You’d better hold onto the so you don’t fall. a. railing b. sidewalk c. ceiling d. iron
103. It’s natural to worry about how you will in when you move to a new neighborhood.
a. break b. fit c. turn d. give
104. Her parents have no to her going to the party as long as she comes home on time.
a. objection b. intention c. concern d. idea
105. Do you believe that listening to loud music can damage your hearing?
a. really b. obviously c. frequently d. eventually
106. His parents will be furious if he comes home after his . a. requirement b. schedule c. curfew d. restriction
STEP 1: Read each stem carefully so you get a clear idea of its meaning.STEP 2: Check for grammar elements after the blank(e.g., gerund, infinitive, preposition, orparticle)STEP 3: Consider the choices one by one. Rule outany you know are wrong.STEP 4: If you’re still unsure, guess and move on.
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108. With over 20 million copies sold, Guitar Hero is the most video game ever produced.
a. common b. public c. popular d. affordable
109. Frankly, I to see why she is so attracted to someone with such a negative attitude.
a. fail b. wonder c. hate d. regret
110. Her parents looked when she told them shehad decided not to dye her hair purple.
a. concerned b. insecure c. depressed d. relieved
111. She says she likes to hang out in a group because there’s in numbers.
a. comfort b. safety c. friendship d. absence
112. Our school is organizing a rock concert in of the new children’s hospital. a. support b. honor c. search d. memory
113. She spends a lot of money on jewelry, shoes, and other . a. dressings b. accessories c. gadgets d. utensils
114. Don’t you hate it when people talk about you your back?
a. beneath b. around c. to d. behind
115. My little sister says that her MP3 player is her favorite . a. subject b. possession c. ownership d. objective
116. If you’re not sure you’ll like that online gaming site,you can sign up for a 10-day free .
a. attempt b. trial c. sample d. contest
117. According to an article he read, “hip hop music” and “rap music” are the same thing.
a. basically b. deeply c. similarly d. significantly
118. I hope you’re not thirsty! The machine outside the gym is broken again.
a. vending b. purchasing c. selling d. drinking
119. The hot new band has been offered a contract to their very first album next year.
a. write b. publish c. record d. reproduce
120. Could I you in front-row tickets to the Air Guitar Championship next weekend?
a. offer b. treat c. interest d. tempt
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121. What is the article’s main theme? a. popular forms of music b. the beauty of music c. the rise of garage bands d. the place of music in a teen’s life
122. What is the writer’s point in para. 1? a. Teens play music as well as listen to it. b. Music is more popular than ever. c. More teens listen to music than play it. d. Music like hip-hop will never go out of style.
123. What did music help the girl in para. 3 cope with? a. a romantic disappointment b. her parents’ divorce c. the death of her father d. running away from home
124. Why does the writer feel so connected to music? a. It makes her life worth living. b. She likes the way it makes her feel. c. It helps her avoid her problems. d. She doesn’t really say.
125. What is the writer’s favorite kind of music? a. heavy metal b. anything live c. classical music d. music that tells a story
126. Judging from evidence in the text, who is the writer? a. a member of a garage band b. a well-known music critic c. a teenage music lover d. a teenager’s parent
Music is a huge part of a teenager’s life, and most of us can’t imagine life without it. Hip-hop, rock, rap, country, jazz, heavy metal, and ingenious combinations of various styles draw countless young fans. But teens do more than listen. Some three million American teens study music in school, through private lessons, or simply on their own, and thousands participate in informal “garage bands,” practicing and creating songs in the garages of their own or their friends’ homes.
High school can be a very stressful time. That’s why music is so important to many teens. It helps us cope with the daily stresses of school and helps us avoid pressure from our parents and peers. It gives us an outlet to express ouremotions and comforts us when we feel no one understands us.
The beauty of music is that there are so many kinds and so many ways to connect to it. My personal passion is for music that tells a story. I also love music that has a new sound or something that sounds classic and raw, like live performances using acoustic instruments. A girl I know fell in love with music when she was 12. She was going through a lot with her family, and her dad helped her through it by showing her the power of music before he passed away. She says music lets her escape from her problems and helps keep her sane when her world is falling apart.
Everyone has his or her own personal connection to music. Personally speaking, I find that music fills me with something wonderful that I can’t even begin to explain. What’s your connection?
This article is taken from a music magazine for teenagers. Read the text, and then use the information to answer the questions that follow
Skim the text twice: first, to see what it is about generally; and again, to get a feel for what each paragraph is about.Then tackle the questions one by one:• Read the question; underline key words.• Decide which paragraph is most likely to contain the information you need.• Scan till you find the information, and then read the surrounding text carefully,• Consider all four choices. Cross outany you know are wrong.• When you think you have the answer,go back to the text and make sureyour answer reflects what is really said.
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EXTREME PAINTBALL (ages 9 & up)
A paintball party just for kids. Includes one round of Laser Shock Tag and one round of Paintball.
Participants should “dress for mess”!
Safety gear provided (face mask, neck guard, chest & back protector).
Package includes:
• Use of private party room, videogame room, parents’ lounge
• DJ with music system and hi-tech light show
• 2 slices of pizza or hot dogs per kid, beverages, cake & candles
Mon-Thurs $30/child Fri-Sun $40/child 15-child minimum
LAST-MINUTE SPECIAL: Book within one weekof the event and your minimum drops to 10 kids.
WET & WILD (ages 9 & up)
If a messy game show is what you crave,look no further! Split into teams andcompete in all sorts of gooey, sticky stuntswith fun stuff like whipped cream, slime, chocolate syrup, marshmallows, and more. Prizes for the team who stays the cleanest! Light party snacks + cake included. Optional all-you-can eat upgrade!
Let us host it in our Wet & Wild Party Room, or take thefun with you and opt for a “party 2 go”!
ON SITE: Mon-Thurs only $30/child 15-child minimum
PARTY 2 GO: $300 for first hour; $200 for each additional 30 minutes. If you like, add DJ and full sound system for just $100 more.
EARLY-BIRD SPECIAL: Book 3 months ahead of time and get 10% off your total price.
BLACK LIGHT CLUB PARTY (13 & up)
Brand new and glowin’ with fun, this cool event is for TEEN GIRLS only!
FEATURING:
• DJ with non-stop music plus UV light show with bubble, smoke, and snow machines!
• Dance-off competition with prizes for all!
• Black Light Stations with glow-in-the-dark face paint, nail polish, tattoos, and fabulous UV ink pens so you can draw all over yourselves and your friends! (Relax! Once the black lights turn off, no one will know what you’ve been up to!)
• And the grand finale: Silly String spray fight! Mon-Thurs $25/child Fri-Sun $30/child 10-child minimumLight snacks + cake - $5 extra per kid
EXTREMETEENZ (15 & up)
Talk about extremes! It doesn’t getbetter than this three-roomUNFORGETTABLE mega-party!
• Action Game Room - Blast yourway through rounds of LaserShock Tag, BB Blowout, andPaintball while rocking with our best DJs.
• Extreme Video Game Room - 12 stations withGuitar Hero and other hot games.
• TV room - 2 giant screens: one showing Action Game Room, the other with movie of your choice!
PLUS all the pizza, hot dogs, popcorn, cotton candy, and ice cream cake that you can eat! Mon-Sun $60/childMinimums: Mon-Thurs - 5 kids Fri-Sun - 10 kids
LASER DOME 2 GO! (Ages 6-10)
Bring the fun home! Wow your young party-goers with Laser Tag and other great games in the AMAZING MAZE inside our inflatable domed UFO.
Base price: $200. Wide range of optional extras: your choice of games, Endless B’day Barbecue, DJ with sound system, tent, face painting, Silly String spray fight, and more! Call for customized estimates. No minimums! Available 7 days a week!
SUMMER ONLY
Throwing a party? Take it to …
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Eastwood Shopping Mall at Exit 24 on Route 17 TEL: 1-800-555-3434
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INSTRUCTIONS: You and your friends are tired of doing “the same old thing” for your birthdays. You come across this page in a local teen magazine. Read the questions, and then look at the advertisements to find the answers.
127. Which is not offered over the weekend? a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
128. Which offers you the freedom to design the party yourself?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 4 d. 5
129. Which would be suitable for your best friend’s brother who is turning 8 in July?
a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
130. Which would appeal to a girl who loves dancing and makeup, but is too shy to have a boy-girl party for her Sweet 16?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4
131. Which offers a special price advantage if you make arrangements several months in advance?
a. 1 b. 3 c. 4 d. 5
132. Which includes an unlimited amount of food for each guest in the basic price?
a. 1 b. 2 c. 4 d. 5
133. For her 13th birthday, TIna wants to throw a party where her guests can win prizes. Which should she consider?
a. 2 and 3 b. 3 and 4 c. 4 and 5 d. 1 and 3
134. Your friend has a soon-to-be 12-year-old sister who hates the idea of dressing up and having a “squeaky clean” party! Which might be suitable?
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 3 c. 2 and 3 d. 3 and 5
135. John’s parents have OK’d the idea of a weeknight party as long as their soon-to-be 15-year old limits his guests to keep the price down. What are his best options? (HINT: You’ll need to do the math on this one!)
a. 1 and 2 b. 1 and 4 c. 3 and 4 d. 5 only
136. Mike loves commando movies. His 11th birthday is coming up, and his parents want to surprise him with a real-life action party he’ll never forget. Which might be suitable?
a. 1, 3, and 4 b. 1 and 3 only c. 3 and 4 only d. 1 only
137. Which would you be able to arrange at home at any time of the year?
a. 3, 4, and 5 b. 4 and 5 only c. 3 and 5 only d. 3 only
Read the instructions to get a feel for what the task is about, and then skim each ad quickly to see what kind of general detail it includes.Then tackle each item as follows:• Read the test item carefully, underlining key words.• Consider the ads in the answer choices one by one. (Note: some choices contain 2-3 ads.) Scan each ad quickly, looking for specific details that relate to the key words you underlined in the test item.
• If you think you’ve found the answer in choice a or b or c, don’t stop there. You can check yourself by quickly considering the ads in the remaining choices to make sure they’re wrong. • If you’re unsure, put a mark next to the item and try again when you come to the end of the task. Ifyou’re still unsure, guess and move on to Task 3!
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Since we opened our doors in 1995, more than seven million visitors have toured the Rock Hall. Ours is a museum in the traditional sense, but it’s not a traditional museum at all. From the wide-open architecture and eye-popping displays to the sing-along soundtrack of continuously streaming rock and roll hits, this is one museum experience that will really get your heart pumping!
HOURS Open: Mon.-Sun. 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Wed. 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.Closed: Thanksgiving and Christmas
ADMISSIONAdults $22 Kids (ages 9-12) $13Seniors (60+) $17 Kids (8 and under) FREE
25% off on groups of 20 or more.
Become a member! Visit as often as you like,FREE, for a whole year, and much, much more.
Individual Rocker $ 50Family Rocker (2 adults + kids) $ 140
EXPLORING THE MUSEUM: Main ExhibitsFor a full listing, check out: www.rockhall.org
Lobby/Plaza Level (L)• Right Here, Right Now: Today’s hot artists
Lower Level (G) - Main Exhibit Hall• Rockin’ All Over the World: Memphis, Detroit,
Liverpool, LA, New York, London, and others!• Legends of Rock and Roll• The Roots of Rock and Roll: Blues, Gospel, Rhythm
and Blues, Country, and Folk• Rave On: Rock and Roll’s Early Years• Hang On Sloopy: The Music of Ohio
Level 2 • Respect: The Sound of Soul• Listen to the Music: Rock and Roll and the Evolution
of Audio Technology• Live Sound Technology: A Collection of Early Concert
Sound Equipment
Level 3• Hall of Fame Wing: Continuous multi-media show
starring Hall of Fame members old and new!
Levels 4 - 5• Pink Floyd The Wall• Special Exhibition Area
Level 6• Alan Freed Radio Studio: Watch and listen to SIRIUS
DJs live from our state-of-the-art studio.
SPOTLIGHT ARTIFACTS Here’s a taste of just a few of the “hot rock” objects we think every visitor should see.
Jim Morrison Cub Scout Shirt Main Exhibit Hall - Jim Morrison Exhibit Though best known as the sexy “Lizard King,” as a child Doors leader Jim Morrison was a class leader, a member of the swim team, and a Cub Scout.
John Lennon Jacket, 1967 Main Exhibit Hall - Beatles Exhibit John Lennon wore this jacket on the cover of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band. Paul, George, and Ringo wore similar uniforms. Sgt. Pepper is widely regarded asone of the greatest rock and roll albums of all time.
Jeff Beck Yardbirds GuitarMain Exhibit Hall - Rockin’ All Over the WorldBeck purchased this guitar in 1964 and played it while with the Yardbirds, one of England’s first guitar-oriented, blues-based rock bands. The group was the proving ground for three of rock’s greatest guitarists: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page.
Otis Redding Plane Parts, 1967 2nd Floor - Respect Redding was one of the greatest soul singers, responsible for numerous hits, like “Try a Little Tenderness” and “(Sittin’ on) The Dock of the Bay.” On December 10, 1967, en route to a concert in Madison, Wisconsin, Redding’s chartered plane crashed, killing him and four members of his band, the Bar-Kays. These remains were taken from the crash site.
Eddie Cochran Guitar, 1955 Gretsch 6120Main Exhibit Hall - Rave OnThough he died at only 21, Cochran left a lastingmark with his twangy guitar sound and thedefiant attitude of his songs. This wasCochran’s main instrument from about1955 through 1960. Taken from thewreckage of the car accident that endedCochran’s life, the guitar was kept in apolice station in Bath, England, for twomonths before it was returned tohis family.
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum
1100 Rock and Roll BoulevardCleveland, Ohio 44114
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INSTRUCTIONS: On the opposite page is a brochure advertising a famous museum in Cleveland, Ohio. Read the questions below, and then skim through the brochure to find the answers to the questions.
138. Where could you find an exhibit about the music forms that influenced rock and roll? a. Plaza Level b. Lower Level c. Level 2 d. Level 3
139. According to the brochure, which rock star was a model child? a. Eddie Cochran b. Eric Clapton c. John Lennon d. Jim Morrison
140. Your uncle is a sound engineer for a recording studio. Which exhibit might interest him professionally?
a. Respect b. Hang On Sloopy c. Right Here, Right Now d. Listen to the Music
141. On what day is the museum open in the evening? a. Monday b. Christmas c. Wednesday d. Saturday
142. Which level would you visit to see a radio station in operation? a. Lower Level b. Level 2 c. Level 3 d. Level 6
143. Janice and Jim are 65. They visit the museum 3-4 times a year. What is their best option?
a. become Individual Rockers b. pay admission for each visit c. buy a Family Rocker membership d. ask about the group discount
144. Which exhibit pays tribute to soul music? a. The Roots of Rock and Roll b. Listen to the Music c. Hang On Sloopy d. Respect
145. Which object is NOT on display in the Main Exhibit Hall? a. John Lennon Jacket b. Jeff Beck Yardbird Guitar c. Otis Reading Plane Parts d. Jim Morrison Cub Scout shirt
146. What did Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck, and Jimmy Page have in common?
a. They were inspired by the Beatles. b. They became famous while in the same group. c. They owned the same guitar. d. They wore uniforms on a famous album cover.
147. Which group made what many consider to be one of the greatest rock and roll albums of all time?
a. The Yardbirds b. The Bar-Kays c. The Doors d. The Beatles
148. What did Eddie Cochran and Otis Redding have in common?
a. They died in tragic accidents. b. They were great guitarists. c. They started out in the Yardbirds. d. They were both soul musicians.
149. Upon entering the museum, visitors will encounter an exhibit featuring ...
a. the history of the museum b. Spotlight Artifacts c. contemporary stars d. new Hall of Fame members
150. According to the brochure, how does the Rock and Roll Museum differ from other museums? a. It’s cheaper. b. It’s more exciting. c. It’s bigger. d. It’s more traditional.
You’ll save time on this task if you do not read the leaflet from beginning to end. Instead …Start by skimming the information to get a feel for how it is organized. Take note of headings, charts, tables, and other organizing features.As you work on each question, follow this procedure: • Read the question carefully and underline key words.• Skim the headings and other organizing features to find the section that most likely relates to the words you underlined.• Scan the section carefully to find the answer to the question. (For some questions, you may need to look in more than one section.)
• Look at the choices and mark the one that corresponds to the information you found. Alternatively, you can work through the choices one by one, scanning the section for information that will help you accept or reject each choice.
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11 Writing
Writing 30 minutes
• You will first read a short article. After you read the article, you can choose Task 1 or Task 2. For Task 1 you will write a letter. For Task 2 you will write an essay. Do only ONE of these tasks.
• You will have 30 minutes to write your letter or essay. You should write about one page.
• You will not be graded on the appearance of your paper, but your handwriting must be readable. You may change or correct your writing, but you should not recopy your work.
• Try not to copy from the article below. Use your own words as much as possible.
• Your letter or essay will be judged on how clearly you express your ideas. Use the appropriate format for a letter or essay.
STEP 1: Read the newspaper extract carefully to get an idea of the general topic.STEP 2: Read Task 1 (letter) and Task 2 (essay), and decide which you can develop more effectively.STEP 3: Take a few minutes to plan what you will say in each paragraph. Make sure your plan addresses all parts of the task.
STEP 4: Write your answer. Remember to support your ideas with reasonsand/or examples and use linking words where appropriate. STEP 5: Proofread for errors in grammar, spelling, and punctuation. For general advice on writing ECCE letters and essays, see Writing Tutorial, pages 194-195.
An Australian study has shown that over 50 percent of high school students are not getting enough sleep because they are too busy playing video games, watching TV, listening to their MP3 players,
or talking on the phone late into the night. According to one researcher, “A lot of kids are reporting that they’re tired when they wake up, and there are quite a few reporting they’re sleepy during the day, which is affecting their performance at school.”
Concerned about the results of the study, a local resident and mother of two teenagers had this to say: “Maybe it’s time for us parents to take away such tech toys at bedtime so that better sleep habits can be learned early in life and extended into their adult years.” ELT News Service
THE CITY TIMESReport finds gadget-happy teens may not be sleeping enough
Task 1: Letter Do you think teens are hurting themselves by spending too much time using gadgets late at night? Do you think parents should limit a teen’s use of these gadgets? Write a letter to the editor of The City Times reacting to both of the issues raised in the article. Start your letter: “Dear Editor.”
Task 2: Essay If you had to leave your house in an emergency and could only take one electronic device with you, which would it be? Explain why you would chose this device over the others you own, supporting your ideas with reasons and examples.
For help with Tasks 1 and 2, see Writing Tutorial, page 197.
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Grammar Energizer 1
Grammar Energizer 1
A Testing Verbs on the ECCE - Below are some of the key ways in which your knowledge of verbs may be tested on the exam. Read through the tips, and then answer the items. Be ready to explain your answers.
Tense of Missing Verb Form: For this type of item, the choices are typically subject + verb phrases in different tenses or forms. Study the stem for time expressions and other clues that tell you whether the missing action is in the past, present, or future. If a range of simple, continuous, and perfect forms are included, look at the sentence again and think carefully about the function of the missing verb form.
Missing Time Marker: Study the verb forms in the stem and think carefully about the overall meaning of the sentence. Then consider each choice. Ask: Does it suit the meaning? Does it fit into the structure of the sentence?
Active Voice vs. Passive Voice: Choices may be in the same or different time frames, and one or more may contain a form of the verb to be plus a present or past participle. If the stem includes the subject of the gapped clause, ask if it is performing an action (active voice needed) or receiving an action (passive voice needed). If the choices include subjects, make sure the one you choose makes sense in context.
Missing Modals: When the choices contain a range of modals (can, could, should, would, etc.), always think carefully about factors like time frame, form, function, and meaning.
1. “Do they know each other well?” “Well, for a year now.” a. they date b. they’ll have dated c. they’ve been dating d. they dated
2. We’ll get to the concert on time if we leave as soon as home. a. you’re coming b. you’ll come c. you came d. you come
3. His friends had already finished eating he got to the restaurant. a. until b. by the time c. since d. whenever
4. I’ve seen him at the opera before. This must be his first time. a. never b. sometimes c. rarely d. often
6. From what I heard, the drummer of the group wasn’t very reliable, so . a. he replaced them b. they replaced him c. they were replacing him d. he was replacing them
5. Tickets for the concert are already on sale. They online or at any ticket agency. a. can be buying b. will be bought c. can be bought d. will buy
7. I went to the supermarket yesterday, so you this afternoon. a. have to go b. must have gone c. can’t go d. needn’t go
8. You something wrong for her to be so angry with you now. a. might do b. should have done c. can’t do d. must have done
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1. Believe it or not, these old Elvis albums to my grandmother. Apparently, her parents
to her taste in music, just like mine do now. My grandmother’s really cool, so in my view her
opinion for a lot! I it to her that music is my passion in life. This year
she’s me to concert tickets for my birthday! At first my parents of the
idea, but eventually they changed their mind.
2. Could I you in an extra ticket to the rock festival next weekend?
3. It’s rare that his parents with each other, but this time neither of them of
the way he behaved toward his teacher. They’re finding it more and more difficult to with the
rebellious teenager. Now if they could only on a suitable punishment!
4. It’s easy to for the success of the band. Their music is fresh, they’ve got lots of talent, and they all
have great stage presence! You can always on them to give an exciting performance.
Vocabulary Energizer 1
A Common Collocations - Use the correct form of the verbs in the box to complete the sentences. Then use the bare infinitive form of each phrase in bold to label the photo that illustrates it. (Several of the words in the box are used more than once.)
B Verbs with Dependent Prepositions - For each group, take careful note of the bold prepositions, and then fill in the blanks with the correct form of the verbs in the box.
do draw have hold make pay take throw
belong count disapprove object owe treat
account agree (x2) approve communicate count interest
1. Tom’s decided to a party for his 18th birthday. I’m sure everyone will really
fun.
2. The events committee is a meeting later to discuss plans for the big rock concert.
3. She knows she’s not good enough to become a rock star, but playing “air guitar” lets her
believe she is.
4. Hi, Mom! I’m having a great time at college. You won’t believe all the nice kids I’ve
friends with here. It’s a relief not to have to put up with the bullies who
used to fun of me all the time at school.
5. The new rock group has quite a following. They a crowd wherever they play.
6. If my history teacher wasn’t so boring, it would be easier to attention in class.
I know I should notes, but I’m so bored most of the time that I can hardly
keep my eyes open!
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C A Second Look - Below are some of the groups of word choices that you encountered in the Vocabulary section ofPractice Test 1. For each group, use the words to complete the sentences. (For verbs, use the correct form.)
1. fail
hate
regret
wonder
a. I why he keeps asking her out. She has no intention of dating him.
b. He studied for weeks, so I to understand why he did so poorly on the test.
c. He to admit it, but he now not telling her the truth.
d. I if she’s really comfortable in those high heels she always wears.
2. accessory
dressing
gadget
utensil
a. His grandmother says she can’t understand why all teenagers seem to walk around with those silly music s in their ears?
b. How often does the doctor want you to change the on that cut?
c. The wide red leather belt she always wears is her favorite .
d. This is her first apartment, so she’ll need to buy all new eating s .
3. apathetic
confident
dishonest
impolite
a. It was of you not to send them a “thank you” note.
b. I’m that you’ll pass the exam. Look at how hard you’ve studied!
c. He says he’s bored, but the truth is that he’s too to get involved in anything.
d. I’m not sure you should trust him. He’s got a reputation for being .
4. beat
lyrics
pace
volume
a. My parents don’t care what music I listen to, as long as I keep the down!
b. Could you write down the to that new song for me?
c. Songs with a disco are great for exercising to.
d. Cell phone technology has changed so fast over the last few years that it’s hard to keepup with the .
5. curfew
requirement
restriction
schedule
She’s got such a busy that it’s a wonder she ever finds time to do her homework. Somehow she manages, though, which is why her parents don’t put many s on her. Their only s are that she eats dinner with them every night and, if she goes out on a school night, she has to be home by 10 p.m. On the weekends they extend her to 12 midnight, which seems reasonable.
6. concern
idea
objection
intention
A: You say your parents have no of letting you go to the party. Do youhave any why they feel so strongly?
B: Well, it’s not like them to raise s to my plans, but this time they have s about who’s going to be there. There was some trouble at thelast party, so maybe they have a point.
7. break in (x2)
fit in
give in
turn in (x2)
1. No wonder he’s overweight. Every time someone offers him dessert, he loses his willpower and .
2. She says she’s unhappy at school because she doesn’t with the other kids. For one thing, she always her work early, which causes her classmates to make fun of her.
3. His parents had just for the night when they heard a loud noise in the yard. Their first thought was that a burglar was trying to , but thena voice shouted, “Mom! Dad! Let me in! I forgot my key!”
4. Her feet hurt her because she hasn’t managed to her new boots yet.
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