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    1) The document is a psychology competence test that assesses reading, listening, and writing skills related to the topic of consciousness. 2) In the reading section, the test-taker must decide which headline best fits an article about consciousness, determine whether statements about consciousness are true or false, and justify their answers. 3) In the listening section, the test-taker listens to a conversation and answers multiple choice questions about advice being given to help with panic attacks. 4) In the speaking section, the test-taker describes pictures of psychologists at work and answers questions about different work environments in psychology. 5) In the writing section, the test-t

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    1) The document is a psychology competence test that assesses reading, listening, and writing skills related to the topic of consciousness. 2) In the reading section, the test-taker must decide which headline best fits an article about consciousness, determine whether statements about consciousness are true or false, and justify their answers. 3) In the listening section, the test-taker listens to a conversation and answers multiple choice questions about advice being given to help with panic attacks. 4) In the speaking section, the test-taker describes pictures of psychologists at work and answers questions about different work environments in psychology. 5) In the writing section, the test-t

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    1) The document is a psychology competence test that assesses reading, listening, and writing skills related to the topic of consciousness. 2) In the reading section, the test-taker must decide which headline best fits an article about consciousness, determine whether statements about consciousness are true or false, and justify their answers. 3) In the listening section, the test-taker listens to a conversation and answers multiple choice questions about advice being given to help with panic attacks. 4) In the speaking section, the test-taker describes pictures of psychologists at work and answers questions about different work environments in psychology. 5) In the writing section, the test-t

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    Competence Test

    Level: B2-1
    Specialization: Psychology

    Reading

    A) This is an article taken from a Psychology journal. Read quickly through it


    and decide which of the headlines below best fits the article:

    A. What is consciousness?
    B. The History of Consciousness.
    C. Types of consciousness.

    B. Say whether the following statements are true or false. Justify all your answers by
    highlighting the text.
    1. Consciousness is objective – a social world, accessible mainly through introspection.
    2. Consciousness is the separate function of the brain that differs from memory and other
    mental processes.
    3. Consciousness can be defined as our subjective awareness of ourselves and our
    environment.
    4. Some psychologists prove that the mind (or soul) and the body are separate entities.
    5. We believe that we have control over, and are aware of most of our behaviors.
    6. Consciousness can be defined as the flow of feelings, thoughts, images and emotions
    that is often called the stream of consciousness.
    7. Our consciousness may change under the influence of caffeine or alcohol.
    8. We are conscious even when we sleep.
    9. The human's conscience is directly linked to consciousness.
    10. There is only one type of consciousness.

    Listening

    Listen to Ben getting advice from Clara and CIRCLE the best answer a,b, or c
    below.
    https://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/skills/listening/upper-intermediate-b2/getting-advice

    A. Circle the best answer.

    1. What has made Clara check on Ben?


    a. He missed their class that day.
    b. He’s missed a few classes.
    c. He has a lot of essays to write.

    2. What does Ben do at the beginning of the conversation?


    a. He makes the problem sound more than it is.
    b. He makes the problem sound less than it is.
    c. He is honest about the problem from the start.

    3. What is the main way Ben’s anxiety is affecting normal life?


    a. He feels stupid.
    b. He can’t remember what day it is.
    c. He doesn’t want to go out.

    4. What is the surprising thing about panic attacks, according to Clara?


    a. How many people have them.
    b. That they make you feel so bad.
    c. That people keep their panic attacks private.

    5. How does Clara recognize Ben’s problem is panic attacks?


    a. She had the same problem in the past.
    b. She has the same problem now.
    c. She and Ben live together.
    6. What does Clara warn Ben about the advice she will give?
    a. It will be difficult to hear.
    b. It won’t be easy to follow.
    c. It isn’t very practical.

    B. Write a number (1–6) to put the pieces of advice in the order they are
    mentioned.
    ___Do regular physical activity as part of your lifestyle.
    ___Do something to make your heart beat too fast.
    ___Do something to keep your mind busy.
    ___Talk to a doctor.
    ___Make yourself breathe too fast on purpose.
    ___Put yourself in a stressful situation.

    Speaking

    A. Here are 3 pictures of psychologists in different working situations. Describe them and

    answer the following questions.

    -Why have they chosen to work in these environments?


    -What would be challenging about each workplace?

    Is this working situation similar to yours at the moment? Why? /Why not?
    Why do you think patients prefer to talk from a couch and not to face the psychiatrist?
    Is this working situation similar to yours at the moment? Why? /Why not?
    What are the advantages or disadvantages of group psychology?

    Is this working situation similar to yours at the moment? Why? /Why not?
    Would/Do you like to work with children? Why? /Why not?
    Writing

    A health magazine has asked you to contribute to a series of articles on mental health. The
    article should answer the question: Should people discuss mental health with their
    family/friends? Write your answer in 250–300 words in an appropriate style.

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