Asides

• Extract One - You hear two friends talking about a geology lecture they have been to.
• 1 How did the man feel about the lecture? (A)
  • A surprised by its message
  • B impressed by the speaker's delivery
  • C interested in the visuals

• 2 They both think that discussions about the new geological name 'anthropocene' could (C)
  • A prove too controversial to be useful.
  • B put an end to a scientific disagreement.
  • C have some influence on people's behaviour.

• ExtractTwo - You hear a man talking to a librarian about e-books.

• 3 The librarian says her library is considering (A)
  • A whether to provide devices for reading e-books.
  • B how to stop people from keeping e-books for too long.
  • C which books should be offered in electronic form.

• 4 The librarian is confident libraries will survive because (C)
  • A e-books are very popular with the public.
  • B publishers and authors are prepared to co-operate.
  • C previous technological advances haven't caused problems.

• ExtractThree - You hear a student, Joel, talking to his neighbour about his studies.

• 5 Why does the woman mention gardening? (A)
  • A to show Joel how science can be applied to everyday life
  • B to encourage Joel to take an interest in the natural world
  • C to advise Joel on how to keep plants healthy

• 6 How does Joel feel about his future career prospects? (C)
  • A Studying science won't lead him to a well-paid job.
  • B He lacks the motivation to really succeed in science.
  • C It is important for him to explore a wide range of options.

MISSION TO MARS

Charles first learnt about the simulated space mission from a (7) (website add, website advertisement) he saw.

Charles was most concerned about the lack of (8) (the sun, sun) inside the simulated space capsule.

The layout of the spaceship included a dining area that was (9) (oval) in shape.

The astronauts were tested on what they could remember and their (10) (mental reactions) as well as undergoing physical experiments.

Charles stresses the need to relax and practising the (11) (guitar) was his favourite way of doing so.

Charles explains how the crew once had to get by without water or (12) (communication links) for a day.

On arrival at their destination, the astronauts simulated an accidental (13) (fall) to test out emergency procedures.

Charles mentions some difficulties such as a minor (14) (argument) that occurred while the astronauts were eating on the return journey.

• 15 Alan believes the principal concern of wildlife photographers should be (C)
  • A to secure the most impressive shots.
  • B to avoid harming animals' natural habitats.
  • C to develop an understanding of their subjects.
  • D to keep up with the latest technical developments.

• 16 How did Alan feel about his assignment to photograph the birds called 'grebes'? (A)
  • A undeterred by the uncomfortable conditions
  • B surprised by how well his work has since been received
  • C upset that a rival photographer managed to get better shots
  • D concerned that the welfare of the wildlife had been compromised

• 17 Alan admits that the conservation trust he has set up (D)
  • A helps to promote his business interests.
  • B involves less work than collecting donations.
  • C hasn't generated the anticipated level of income.
  • D has changed his attitude towards his own contributions.

• 18 When Danielawon a major prize for her work, she was most pleased by (B)
  • A the recognition she received from other photographers.
  • B the publicity given to an environmental disaster.
  • C the place where the picture was exhibited.
  • D the financial reward that accompanied it.

• 19 Daniela says she wants her photographs to (A)
  • A generate an emotional response.
  • B reach as wide a public as possible.
  • C bring about a change in people's behaviour.
  • D show that beauty occurs in the most unlikely places.

• 20 Alan and Daniela agree that aspiring wildlife photographers should (B)
  • A consult with leading authorities.
  • B choose a narrow field to specialise in.
  • C be highly critical of their own work.
  • D aim to gain a wide range of experience.

• ExtractOne - You hear two people discussing climate change.

• 1 How did the man feel after watching a TV debate on the subject? (B)
  • A alarmed by the strength of feeling among the speakers
  • B dismayed by some of the speakers' level of knowledge
  • C surprised by the number of speakers taking part

• 2 The woman thinks that articles about climate change should (C)
  • A be written by scientists.
  • B include some humour.
  • C be authenticated by specialists.

• ExtractTwo - You hear two pilots taking part in a discussion programme about an aerobatics team in which they fly.

• 3 How does the man feel about the new training season? (B)
  • A concerned about his ability to learn new skills
  • B satisfied that his efforts have been worthwhile
  • C worried about the number of hours he has to put in

• 4 What does the woman think about the forthcoming world championships? (A)
  • A She has confidence in the ability of certain team members.
  • B She's convinced that the team will do better than last year.
  • C She suspects that pilots have been given unrealistic targets.

• ExtractThree - You hear two friends talking about online book reviews.

• 5 The woman reveals her belief that (B)
  • A websites should monitor contributions.
  • B reading such reviews is a waste of time.
  • C those who write reviews are unscrupulous.

• 6 How does the man think he benefits from writing online reviews? (C)
  • A It allows him to share his opinions.
  • B It gives him practice in writing skills.
  • C It makes him read the books more closely.

• ^{15 Sarah thinks board games are becoming more popular partly (B)}
  • A as a consequence of their basic simplicity.
  • B as a reaction to the dominance of technology.
  • C because they mirror already popular gaming activities.
  • D because people are constantly searching for new hobbies.

• 16 Ed thinks game playing will grow in this century  (D)
  • A as a result of people having more leisure time.
  • B as a way of enhancing personal relationships.
  • C as a means of coping with increasingly stressful lives.
  • D as a reflection of fundamental changes taking place in society.

• 17 In Sarah's opinion, what is the main attraction of board games? (C)
  • A the challenges they pose to players
  • B the memories they evoke of the past
  • C the environment in which they take place
  • D the competitive element in the way they are played

• 18 When asked if board-gaming is a world-wide phenomenon, Ed (D)
  • A explains a trend which is likely to change.
  • B highlights the importance of advertising and marketing.
  • C mentions the huge variety of games available globally.
  • D emphasises the differences that exist between parts of the world.

• 19 Sarah sees the Game of the Year award as (A)
  • A a useful marketing tool.
  • B crucial as a way of promoting variety.
  • C important in keeping consumers informed.
  • D a positive development for younger players.

• 20 When talking about their own collections of board games, Ed and Sarah agree that (D)
  • A some are likely to prove an investment.
  • B many are beautifully manufactured.
  • C collectors sometimes regret their purchases.
  • D throwing games away isn't advisable.

• 1 The man thinks the essential component of a holiday is (C)
  • A physical activity.
  • B the opportunity to travel.
  • C mental stimulation.
• 2 He feels that one benefit of doing archaeology on holiday is that it (C)
  • A provides him with the excitement of discovery.
  • B adds to the sum of his knowledge.
  • C helps him to be more tolerant.

ExtractTwo - You hear two colleagues talking about time management.

• 3 They agree that being late (B)
  • A is a growing trend.
  • B is a difficult habit to break.
  • C can be amusing when it affects others.

• 4 In the woman's opinion, people who fail to arrive on time (C)
  • A are often completely unaware of the problems they cause.
  • B generally have a relaxed attitude to life.
  • C are putting their career prospects at risk.

ExtractThree - You hear two friends talking about a historical novel they have read.

• 5 The woman thinks the novelist manages to (C)
  • A create a credible background.
  • B exploit a strong story line.
  • C depict well-drawn characters.

• 6 The friends agree that this historical novel (A)
  • A gives a successful insight into the past.
  • B provides an escape from the present.
  • C presents a highly subjective view of events.

• Mike says that among his older colleagues, (7) (media studies) rather than photography, was a common degree subject.

• While working as a diver at a (8) (research station)  in the Antarctic, Mike decided to become a photographer.

• Mike feels that an aptitude for (9) (marketing)  is the key business skill in his work.

• Mike's most recent shoot involved taking pictures for a (10) (travel company).

• Mike is proudest of the book called (11) (Awesome Animals).

• In his most recent TV work as a wildlife cameraman Mike filmed different types of (12) (skarks, shark)  in various locations.

• Mike uses the word (13) (back stage, back-stage) to emphasise how his work as a cameraman differs from his book project.

• Mike advises young photographers to invent (14) (a slogan, slogans) to go with their pictures when they try to sell them.

• 15 What aspect of modern life does Anton think Seneca anticipated? (C)
• • A The fact that intellectuals sometimes reject new ideas.
  • B The fact that an interest in owning books has decreased.
  • C The way that people get distracted by passing trends.
  • D The way that people have become obsessed with the notion of quality.

• 16 In Kirsten's view, the volume of material available today (D)
  • A makes us too reliant on technology.
  • B is far less useful than we think it might be.
  • C is not significantly greater than in the past.
  • D presents a problem which has always existed.

• 17 How does Anton respond to the suggestion of doing without much of today's information? (B)
• A He feels it might actually lead to meaningful progress.
• B He says it would be betraying the past.
• C He thinks the solution lies in technological systems.
• D He would prefer to see a reduction in the quantity produced.

• 18 In discussing the problem of dealing with information overload today, the two experts agree that  (B)
  • A it is reaching a critical point.
  • B the methods used are ineffective.
  • C it makes people communicate less.
  • D the concept of convenience has been lost.

• 19 Kirsten sees the biggest work-related benefit arising from greater available information as (C)
  • A the rapid advances in direct feedback.
  • B the spread of personalised advertising.
  • C more worker participation in product development.
  • D a marked increase in customer satisfaction.

• 20 What does Kirsten say dieting made her realise about information?  (D)
  • A restrict your own access to it
  • B only a small part of it is ever accurate
  • C only bother with it when you really have to
  • D be highly selective when faced with a lot of it

• 1 The woman says that in the building some people are having difficulty (B)
  • A coping with the new technology.
  • B adjusting to a new concept of work.
  • C working without clear supervision.

• 2 She thinks one effect of people moving around the building will be to (C)
  • A promote physical as well as mental well-being.
  • B create a more productive work force.
  • C provide useful contact with other employees.

• 3 The woman believes that in future companies should (A)
  • A fly only with airlines that have an eco-friendly policy.
  • B concentrate on the use of video conferencing.
  • C reduce overall levels of executive travel.

• 4 The man thinks that the prime consideration for transport providers should be (B)
  • A increasing revenue.
  • B thinking long-term.
  • C creating jobs.

• 5 What is the man's attitude to the research? (C)
  • A He is doubtful about the methods used.
  • B He is surprised by its findings.
  • C He is dismissive of the concept behind it.

• 6 During the discussion, the woman reveals her (B)
  • A sympathy towards the subjects of the experiments.
  • B interest in complex human behaviour.
  • C admiration for the originality of the research.