Part 3
You will hear an interview with a designer of clothing. For questions 15-20, choose the answer (А, В, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear.
15. How does the designer explain her interest in the fashion industry?
A Both parents were actively involved in it.
B She was encouraged to pursue her passion.
C She’s always been interested in her own clothing.
D Her sewing teacher was very good.
16. The reason the designer changed focus of her college studies was because
A she became interested in something different.
B she focus on her employment prospects.
C she was a part of a class where a teacher inspired her.
D her initial enthusiasm faded.
17. What does the designer say about her apprenticeship experience?
A it proved quite useful when running a business of her own.
B it was more relevant than whatever she learned at college.
C she believes that such apprenticeships should be made mandatory.
D she feels fortunate about being given such a good placement.
18. What part of her character does Sam say attracted her to designing clothes?
A a desire to be more attractive.
B her interest in others.
C social awkwardness.
D her love for colour.
19. What would be the summary of the designer’s view on fashion?
A Practicality should come before artistry.
B You can show different moods using clothing.
C Fashion should be used to make people look better.
D Fashion helps bring art into our life.
20. What does Sam mention about her clothing business?
A All of the clothing articles are made by hand.
B She applies her life principles to it.
C It gives her the opportunity to do what she enjoys most.
D She got very lucky to make it profitable.
Part 4
You will hear five short extracts in which people are talking about friendships.
TASK ONE | TASK TWO For questions 26-30, choose from the list A-H why the speaker values their friend. | ||
A at school | Speaker 1 21 [ ] Speaker 2 22 [ ] Speaker 3 23 [ ] Speaker 4 24 [ ] Speaker 5 25 [ ] | A because of their sense of humour B because they’re a good listener C because of a shared hobby D because they are very loyal E because they have similar plans F because of their honesty G because of their positive outlook H because they have shared a difficult experience | Speaker 1 26[ ] Speaker 2 27[ ] Speaker 3 28[ ] Speaker 4 29[ ] Speaker 5 30[ ] |
Answer Keys
Part 1
1. A 2. C 3. C 4. B 5. A 6. B
Part 2
7. grandfather 8. rugby matches/games 9. Rainbow Tours 10. (clear) light
11. cheetahs 12. crocodile farm 13. April 14. exhausted
Part 3
15. B 16. A 17. D 18. C 19. D 20. C
Part 4
21. B 22. E 23. D 24. C 25. H
26. G 27. E 28. H 29. B 30. F
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