Grammar

1 Complete the text with the correct answer, 2 Complete the text. Write one word in each gap.
A, B or C.
I don’t watch TV that often, but I get very annoyed when
Do you have any annoying habits? I know that when I I’m interrupted while watching something. TV adverts are
was younger I (1) ………… my fingernails, especially when I are
the worst. They (1) …………………………..…... constantly
was nervous. I would nibble at one nail until it was as interrupting the programme I’m watching just to tell me
short as it could be and then I (2) ………… on to the next about products I have absolutely no interest in. There is
one. My mother (3) ………… to buy some nail varnish that one particular advert for a cleaning product, which will
tasted disgusting, but in the end I managed to stop doing be
(2) …………………………..…... appearing every five minutes and
it on my own. My younger brother (4) ………… his nails, but it drives me mad. It’s also annoying when the phone rings.
whenever I say something to him, he denies it. I’m sure would
My friend, for instance, (3) …………………………..…... have to
it’s nerves. He’ll have a week or two when he doesn’t do ring last night just as a film I’d been watching was coming
it much and then an exam or something (5) ………… and to the end. I missed the final scenes and now I’m not sure
he gets nervous and attacks his nails again. I can’t try used
what happened! I (4) …………………………..…... to think that
complain though as I was the same! adverts were useful because you could pop out and get a
1 A bite drink or a snack while they were on. Now I prefer to watch
B would bite programmes online so I can avoid or fast forward the ads.
C used bite come find
I’m sure advertisers will (5) …………………………..…... a way
2 A would move round this soon though, as they don’t want to lose out on
B moved
potential customers.
C will move
3 A being threatening /5
B had threatened
C was always threatening
3 Complete the text with where, who, which or
4 A was always biting
that.
B is constantly biting
C is biting always Over the last few years, I’ve visited various different
5 A would come around countries in Asia and discovered some wonderful food.
B comes around
that
It’s a continent (1) …………………………..…... has a great
C will come around
variety of fruit and vegetables, some of which are rarely,
/5 if ever, seen in Europe. Take the jackfruit for instance.
It’s an enormous fruit, the size of a large melon,
which
(2) …………………………..…... has a hard, bumpy skin. Inside it
has a white flesh which is very tasty. In addition, there
are some countries where it’s unheard of not to eat fish at
least once a day. I went to a huge fish market in Seoul
where
(3) …………………………..…... they had hundreds of different
kinds of fish and seafood. I chose what I wanted to eat
where
and then took it to a restaurant (4) …………………………..…...
they cooked it for me. It was delicious. In fact, it was
so tasty that I made a point of speaking to the chef
who
(5) …………………………..…... had cooked the meal to tell him
how good it was.

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4 Complete the text with which/that if you can use both options, or 0 if no relative pronoun is necessary.
The world of food is one where there are lots of passing has been thrown together in five minutes. Finally, it is
fads and fashions. However, for me there are some basic essential to eat a balanced diet. There are people who
0
ideas (1) …………………………..…... we should never change. only eat the food they like, but that’s not good for them.
I think it’s vital we always try to cook with food It’s necessary to eat a mixture of different kinds of food
which/that
(2) …………………………..…... is in season and locally so your body gets all the proteins, vitamins and minerals
which/that
produced. This way you use food (3) …………………………..…... 0
(5) …………………………..…... it needs.
is fresh and full of flavour. I also think it’s important to
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take your time when cooking. I know it’s difficult in this
day and age, but a dish that has been carefully prepared Total / 20
which/that
always tastes better than a dish (4) …………………………..…...

Vocabulary
5 Choose the correct alternatives to complete the 6 Complete the text with these words and
text. phrases. There are two extra words/phrases.
Congratulations team! The presentation was a success backlash • catch on • fusion • on trend
and the judges have chosen your proposal to go through outdated • social influence • vintage
to the competition final. The main judge loved the idea
for the TV advert. He said he thought it was very Advertising is a difficult business. It’s all about exerting
social influence
(1) ………………………..…………………… and persuading potential
(1) cutting-edge/outdated and up to the minute. The other
judges liked the idea of using an actor as well. They customers that they want or need a specific product. It

reckon that in a real advertising campaign it would

fusion
requires a careful (2) ………………………..…………………… of

become the (2) fusion/must-have item of the year. I’m expertise in persuasion and familiarity with the product

obviously in agreement with them. I think the combination being sold. It also relies on the existence of a group of

of that popular actor with this brilliant product would

on trend
people who want to be (3) ………………………..…………………...

really make it (3) on trend/catch on fast. It’s such an and are keen to pay attention to the latest fashions.

excellent idea that I don’t think it would become Advertisers have to be very careful when coming up with

(4) vintage/outdated at all either. Now we have to see if new ideas. Obviously they want to attract attention, but if

there is any room for improvement before the final of the something is too controversial or shocking, it could lead
backlash
to a public (4) …………………………………………. and the product
competition. Does anyone have any more ideas to prove
that you are really (5) in the know/on trend in the field of could become very unpopular. Sometimes society draws

advertising? a very fine line between acceptable and unacceptable.

Funnily enough, for some products, celebrating the age
/5 and longevity of the product is better than promoting its
vintage
modernity. (5) ………………………..…………………… products can
become a best-seller. As any good advertiser will tell you,
the advertising audience is very fickle.

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7 Complete the text. Write one word in each gap. 8 Complete the text with the correct answer,
A, B or C.
Fashion plays a large part in a lot of people’s lives and it
doesn’t just cover clothes. There are food, car and home My younger sister is driving me mad. She’s just turned
fashions. Not everyone that decorates their house feels 15 and she and her friends are obsessed with
keepingkeepup with fashion,
the need to (1) …………………………..…... (1) …………. They buy all the latest magazines and follow
which is just as well because redecorating is an the top designers online. When they find out that
expensive business. I’m definitely not a something new is now (2) …………, they have to go
slave
(2) …………………………..…... to fashion as I haven’t and buy it. They don’t mind if it’s (3) ………… or a more
redecorated my house in years! It’s not that I’m actively long-lasting trend; it becomes an essential wardrobe
trend
bucking the (3) …………………………..…... ; I just know what I item. It’s funny because at the moment scarves seem to
like and am content with that. I don’t buy those house and be (4) ………… and I have quite a collection. So, my sister
home type magazines, so I have no idea what’s in is always asking if she can borrow one. I wouldn’t mind if
vogue
(4) …………………………..…... in home fashion either. For all she gave them back, but she always forgets that part of
I know the wooden floors covered in colourful rugs the deal! I can remember when I enjoyed (5) …………, so I
and off-white walls that I have opted for are all the do understand. I just hope it doesn’t last too long. There
rage
(5) …………………………..….... If not, I don’t care. I’m happy are so many other things she could be doing instead of
with my home as it is. worrying about what to wear.

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1 A fashion world
B the world of fashion
C fashion’s world
2 A the high fashion
B in high fashion
C the height of fashion
3 A a passing fashion
B a fashion pass
C passing in fashion
4 A back to fashion
B back on fashion
C back in fashion
5 A doing a fashion statement
B making a fashion statement
C being a fashion statement

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 Reading
9 Read the three reports with feedback on two different pitches. For each question (1–6), choose the correct
report (A–C). You may choose each report more than once.

Pitch reports
A Report from Ben
I was very impressed with the way John made his pitch. He held himself very well and used a good range of
gestures and eye contact to interact with the audience. Although he didn’t use any notes, I didn’t feel that he
was just reciting the speech that he had prepared. I felt that he was actually talking to the audience. I liked
the way he didn’t bombard us with numerous details about his product and how it would work. I felt the
explanations of how his product would fill the gap in the market were interesting and I think he could
definitely start a fashion here. My only criticism is that he did speak very quickly at times and then it was a
little hard to understand what he was saying. I would advise him to take deep breaths between sentences to
give himself time to think and slow himself down. I’m definitely sold on the idea of investing in his product.
Tina’s presentation appeared a little improvised to me. Her excessive eye contact and big gestures gave me
the impression that she was very nervous rather than enjoying herself. Although she did explain how she’d
come up with the idea for this app, she dwelt far too much on the technical details and I’m afraid I rather lost
my concentration in that section of the talk. I’m sure this app may become all the rage, but I’m afraid that I’m
not going to be supporting its development.

B Report from Peter

I thoroughly enjoyed John’s pitch. I found it very interesting and entertaining. I liked the personal experience
story that he told at the start that drew the audience in and demonstrated a real need for this product.
I thought his body language was nicely controlled and he was always engaging with the audience. My
criticism would be that he hadn’t put enough thought into potential questions that would be asked. In the
question and answer section at the end I felt he floundered a little with some questions and his answers
weren’t very clear. Overall though, it was a good presentation and I will think about putting up some money
for his product.
I must say I found Tina’s pitch very informative. I regarded myself as quite up-to-date with all the latest
technology, but clearly I’m not quite as well informed as I thought. I like the idea behind her app very much
and think the concept has great potential and wouldn’t just be a passing fashion. However, I think Tina needs
to work on her presentation skills and pay more attention to the consumers’ needs and questions if she’s
going to succeed with her idea. I’m going to take my time to consider this option.

C Report from Simone

John’s speech was quite entertaining. His body language was quite strong with a considerable amount of
gesturing and facial expressions, not all of which I thought were necessary. He would keep clasping his hands
together, which I found rather annoying. I do believe that he made a connection with the audience and his
personal anecdote helped on that front. I felt that the presentation lacked a few specific details about where
he would find outlets for his products and how he would market them. I think a little more information
would have helped to convince me that he had thought through all aspects of the proposal. I don’t think I’ll
be making an investment in his product.
I considered Tina’s presentation to be quite an eye-opener. I don’t know very much about phones and apps
and I found her idea intriguing. I thought that she engaged with the audience, although I could tell that she
was nervous at the beginning. She clearly gained confidence as the pitch progressed and she appeared fully
in control when she was specifying all the details of the app. I think perhaps she could have spent less time
on the specific details and turned more attention to the consumers’ queries, but on the whole I think she
probably answered most of the queries in her own way. I’m definitely considering making her an offer. I think
this could become the next big thing.

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Reading: 8/12
Which judge … 10 Read the reports again and complete the
67% summary. Write one word in each gap.
1 thought John proved that his product was essential?
b
…………
saysaid that they were
All three judges (1) ………………..……….

2 a
switched off during Tina’s speech? ………… impressed with John’s presentation. They felt he

3 felt that John’s presentation didn’t contain quite enough conected

(2) ………………..………. with the audience through his gestures,

information? …………c the personal

regular eye contact and (3) ………………..………. story. Two

4 felt that Tina’s pitch improved once she got over her judges are thinking about making him an offer.
c
initial anxiety? ………… The three judges felt that Tina’s presentation

5 advised John to reduce the speed of his speech skills

(4) ………………..………. weren’t as good as John’s. She came
a
at times? …………
nerves? and two judges thought she
across as (5) ………………..……….

6 suggested that Tina needs more practice at giving spent concentrated

(6) ………………..………. too much on the details of the app
b
presentations? ………… instead of the consumers’ questions. Two judges are
considering this investment opportunity.
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Use of English UoE: 43/52

11 Complete the text with the correct answer, A, B or C. 83%
One of my fondest childhood memories is watching my mum get dressed up to go out in the evening. I (1) …………
watching her get ready because she had some lovely clothes that must have been all the (2) ………… at the time. My
parents (3) ………… out either, so it was something of a special event. First of all, Mum would lay out what she was going
to wear on the bed, (4) ………… was usually a long dress or an elegant skirt. Then she would have a shower and wash
her hair. Once she was dressed, she would sit at her dressing table to put on her make-up and style her hair. When she
was ready, she always looked very glamorous and to me quite the (5) ………… of fashion. Once they left, the babysitter
would read me a story, (6) ………… I used to really enjoy because she was great at putting on different voices and made
me laugh.

1 A used to love B would be loving C was always loving

2 A trend B vogue C rage
3 A were always going B wouldn’t often go C used to go
4 A where B that C which
5 A top B height C peak
6 A that B which C what

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12 Complete the text. Write one word in each gap.

I’m very impressed by how much George has matured over to wear all the time. I don’t know if this change is due to
used
the last year. He (1) …………………………..…... to be very social influences in general or one person in particular, but
always
disorganised and he was (2) …………………………..…... forgetting I hope it continues. He looks good in clothes that are more
something that he needed at school. Now he seems to be cutting
(5) …………………………..…... edge. My only complaint now is
a changed person. His last report was excellent and his will
that he (6) …………………………..…... keep using the bathroom
teacher praised him for making more of an effort. He’s for hours at a time – but I guess that is better than
even taken an interest in fashion and started wearing someone who doesn’t use it at all!
trend
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that
than the tracksuit trousers (4) …………………………..…... he used
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Listening Listening: 8/12

13 Listen to Maria talking about fashion. Choose the correct answer, A, B or C. 67%
1 Why does Maria find fashion frustrating? 6 What happened when Maria’s dad was buying a car?
A Because she doesn’t believe in it. A The company wanted her dad to pay more for the
B Because she has to go to a lot of trouble to keep up black car because it’s the must-have colour at the
with fashion. moment.
C Because it causes her some problems. B The company said her dad would have to pay more
2 What does Maria say about skinny trousers? to choose the colour he wanted.
A She loves wearing them even though they can be C The company told her dad the red car was more
uncomfortable. expensive because it’s the height of fashion now.
B She doesn’t believe her figure suits skinny trousers.
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C If they fit her legs, then they’re too wide elsewhere.
3 Why does the hot-drink industry annoy Maria? 14 Listen again. Complete each sentence with two
A She finds the wide range of drinks unnecessary. or three words.
B She doesn’t like the way they serve coffee
1 Maria enjoys reading fashion magazines and seeing
these days.
on trend on vogue/fashion .
what is ………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..……
C They don’t invent drinks that she likes. 2 However, when buying trousers she finds there is very
4 What does Maria say is the current trend in baking? little variety little choice
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..…… because
A Home baking the way her mother makes cakes.
everything is geared towards being fashionable.
B Glamorous cakes with all kinds of decorations on 3 The only coffee she wants to drink is a
the top. strong black
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..…… coffee.
C Cakes that are in the actual shape of an object.
4 She thinks that although 3D cakes look good, they
5 How does Maria feel about fashion and technology? don’t taste good
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..…… .
A She likes having the latest technology, whatever 5 She finds it annoying that technology companies are
the cost.
selling new phones updating their
constantly ………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..…….
B She wants to be up-to-date with the latest 6 Her dad ended up choosing a black car as heproducts
didn’t
technology but finds it expensive. to pay more
want ………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..…… for a
C She likes her current phone and doesn’t want to
red one.
change it.
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 Writing
15 You and your friends have just discussed whether fashion has any bearing on the world of technology.
You have made the notes below.

Is fashion important in the world of technology?

• Fashion drives the appearance of gadgets.
• People only buy the gadgets they think are in vogue.
• Fashion is irrelevant – it’s what the gadget does that is important.

Write an essay discussing the relevance of fashion in the world of technology. You should explain whether
you think it is important or not, giving reasons to support your answer. You may use the opinions in the
notes, but you must include your own ideas as well.

Write 250–275 words.

Is fashion important in the world of technology?

………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……

This question was recently discussed by a lot of people in different fields, and
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……

after some intense debates for and against the topic, a conclusion was reached.
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I will put forward the main point that were considered in the discussion.
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Undoubtedly the most persuasive point was that a lot of people buy gadgets
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only because they think are in vogue, and they do not care if what they are
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buying is useful, or if it is a passing fashion. Companies are constantly
people have
discovering and adding new things to the existent gadgets so that people has to
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……

be renewing them because they like to be on trend and have the latest model.
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without stopping
Which means that factories are producing without stop to content all the
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population and as a result they are polluting the environment where we live.
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As opposed to that, another group of people think that fashion is really

………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……

important in contemporary society and due to some fashion trends we finish

………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……

with extremely useful gadgets that continues in our lives without caring if they
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……
are on trend or not. And answering to the pollution problem they thought of a
………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….…………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……..………..……….……
recycling movement that could be put in practice after some more meetings.
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were taken into consideration
To sum up, both positions are right and were took in mind. After some
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meetings and discussions a committee was created to regulate the purchase

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of passing fashions. Companies and governments must inform the citizens
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about the pollution behind the vogue gadgets, and also including a recycling
program. and also include
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Speaking
16 You are going to have a discussion with a partner. Think of answers to these questions and how to expand
your answers as much as possible.

1 Some people choose their holidays based on where is fashionable. What do you think
of this idea?
2 Why do you think fashions change every year or two?
3 Why do you think some people find it very important to follow fashion?

Discuss the questions with your partner.

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