A Good Upbringing
My name is Ahmed Nasir. I am a successful lawyer at the local legal aid office and I have two wonderful children.
Sometimes, when I look back and think about everything I have (1) so far, I would say that
I have led a good and happy life. However, I don’t think I would have made it without my parents who supported me
every step of the way and helped me look at the (2) side of things. Ever since I was a young
boy, they taught me to set (3) in my life and try hard to reach them. You see, my family didn’t
lead a life of prosperity and sometimes even some of our basic needs could not be (4) .
That worked out for the best, though, because it made me (5) to get ahead. It helped me
overcome my (6) and (7) my understanding of the world. It also
(8) my career choice as it made me want to do something to help people in need. My parents
are now really proud of me, as I am of them.
Dear ,
I’m really glad you can come visit me. I’m very happy at the university, but I miss
the family and I’m glad to hear you are visiting me.
As for getting to my house it’s very easy. The bus stop where you get off is
If you have any trouble finding my house, give me a call and I will help you out.
I’m really looking forward to seeing you.
Best wishes,
D. You are studying abroad and a relative of yours has decided to visit you. Look at the map and complete the letter
to your relative giving him/her directions to your house.
WRITING
C. Read the sentences and choose the correct answer.
1. Everyone went home and I was left all lonely / alone.
2. Let’s go away for a few days and escape from our daily routine / schedule.
3. If you have good friends, life / lifestyle is more enjoyable.
4. A visit to a park can be a very relaxing / hectic experience.
5. We had lack / access to all of the hotel facilities while staying there.
6. Working out on the treadmill can be quite a similar / monotonous activity.
7. I don’t like shopping in big department stores as they are always crowded / isolated with people.
8. I work almost twelve hours every day, which is trendy / exhausting.
My house
5th Street
4th Street
Palestine Road
26
Bus
Stop
1. According to the author, Google Earth is
a. an interesting, but minor technological invention.
b. an application having very significant consequences.
c. a simple way to look at the world.
2. Why does the author mention cars and aeroplanes?
a. because in ancient times such technology was unavailable
b. to point out the way in which people tend to travel
c. to contrast past and present forms of culture and
technology
3. The author mentions all of the following about Google
Earth except
a. that we can locate our position.
b. that it is expensive to use.
c. that any part of the world can be seen in a matter of
minutes.
B. Read the text about Google Earth and answer the questions 1-6. Choose a, b or c.
READING
ENGLISH IN USE
A. Read the text below and complete the gaps. Use only one word in each gap.
When I was a child, I (1) to be afraid of
horses. I don’t remember (2) told me
that horses were dangerous; maybe it was my grandmother
or a neighbour, but the fact was that I really suffered
(3) this fear of mine. I never wanted
to go near a horse. My parents tried very hard to help
(4) get over the problem. They told me
that horses are usually very calm and friendly animals, but
it was no use. (5) I was about 12, my
older brother told my parents that he wanted to take riding
lessons and they agreed (6) let him do
it. Gradually, I (7) used to the idea,
and started going to the competitions. The horses were so
beautiful (8) friendly that I couldn’t help
liking them. That was how I started getting over my fear.
4. According to the author, the importance of Google Earth
is that it reveals
a. that Earth is in fact a geometrically small planet.
b. that humanity is undergoing a global change.
c. that people want to travel and see the world.
5. What is the author referring to by a ‘window’ into the
universe?
a. a picture of a star
b. looking into space
c. a view from a room
6. What best describes the author’s feelings about Google
Earth?
a. He is excited about it.
b. He is very negative about it.
c. He thinks people should be more careful with it.
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My name is Ahmed Nasir. I am a successful lawyer at the local legal aid office and I have two wonderful children.
Sometimes, when I look back and think about everything I have (1) so far, I would say that
I have led a good and happy life. However, I don’t think I would have made it without my parents who supported me
every step of the way and helped me look at the (2) side of things. Ever since I was a young
boy, they taught me to set (3) in my life and try hard to reach them. You see, my family didn’t
lead a life of prosperity and sometimes even some of our basic needs could not be (4) .
That worked out for the best, though, because it made me (5) to get ahead. It helped me
overcome my (6) and (7) my understanding of the world. It also
(8) my career choice as it made me want to do something to help people in need. My parents
are now really proud of me, as I am of them.
Dear ,
I’m really glad you can come visit me. I’m very happy at the university, but I miss
the family and I’m glad to hear you are visiting me.
As for getting to my house it’s very easy. The bus stop where you get off is
If you have any trouble finding my house, give me a call and I will help you out.
I’m really looking forward to seeing you.
Best wishes,
D. You are studying abroad and a relative of yours has decided to visit you. Look at the map and complete the letter
to your relative giving him/her directions to your house.
WRITING
C. Read the sentences and choose the correct answer.
1. Everyone went home and I was left all lonely / alone.
2. Let’s go away for a few days and escape from our daily routine / schedule.
3. If you have good friends, life / lifestyle is more enjoyable.
4. A visit to a park can be a very relaxing / hectic experience.
5. We had lack / access to all of the hotel facilities while staying there.
6. Working out on the treadmill can be quite a similar / monotonous activity.
7. I don’t like shopping in big department stores as they are always crowded / isolated with people.
8. I work almost twelve hours every day, which is trendy / exhausting.
My house
5th Street
4th Street
Palestine Road
26
Bus
Stop
1. According to the author, Google Earth is
a. an interesting, but minor technological invention.
b. an application having very significant consequences.
c. a simple way to look at the world.
2. Why does the author mention cars and aeroplanes?
a. because in ancient times such technology was unavailable
b. to point out the way in which people tend to travel
c. to contrast past and present forms of culture and
technology
3. The author mentions all of the following about Google
Earth except
a. that we can locate our position.
b. that it is expensive to use.
c. that any part of the world can be seen in a matter of
minutes.
B. Read the text about Google Earth and answer the questions 1-6. Choose a, b or c.
READING
ENGLISH IN USE
A. Read the text below and complete the gaps. Use only one word in each gap.
When I was a child, I (1) to be afraid of
horses. I don’t remember (2) told me
that horses were dangerous; maybe it was my grandmother
or a neighbour, but the fact was that I really suffered
(3) this fear of mine. I never wanted
to go near a horse. My parents tried very hard to help
(4) get over the problem. They told me
that horses are usually very calm and friendly animals, but
it was no use. (5) I was about 12, my
older brother told my parents that he wanted to take riding
lessons and they agreed (6) let him do
it. Gradually, I (7) used to the idea,
and started going to the competitions. The horses were so
beautiful (8) friendly that I couldn’t help
liking them. That was how I started getting over my fear.
4. According to the author, the importance of Google Earth
is that it reveals
a. that Earth is in fact a geometrically small planet.
b. that humanity is undergoing a global change.
c. that people want to travel and see the world.
5. What is the author referring to by a ‘window’ into the
universe?
a. a picture of a star
b. looking into space
c. a view from a room
6. What best describes the author’s feelings about Google
Earth?
a. He is excited about it.
b. He is very negative about it.
c. He thinks people should be more careful with it.
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