TERM TEST 3
Written Comprehension
Name:
Mark: .
(20 points)
Personal Correspondence
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Read the text. Then complete the sentences on the following page. (5 points)
Glen: I’ll be taking a break this summer, and I’m
hoping to combine my love of fashion with
travel. I’m thinking of visiting either Milan
or New York. Can anyone help?
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Amy: I recommend looking for flights to Milan now. If you book
soon, it’ll be inexpensive. I suggest taking a trip to the
cathedral. Its gothic architecture is incredible. There’s also
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, the oldest shopping centre
in Milan, dating back to 1877. It was named after the first
King of Italy, and it was designed and built by Giuseppe
Mengoni. Tragically, he died after falling from its roof.
Unfortunately, most of the shops only sell designer labels,
so I couldn’t afford to purchase anything. However, it was
worth visiting to admire the building. I regret not visiting
the Corso Buenos Aires because I fancied buying an
Italian leather jacket, and there are shops there with prices
that don’t make you faint! I thought that I would have time
to visit, but I didn’t.
Max:
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If you’re interested in developing designs and creating
clothes, I suggest exploring the Garment District in
Manhattan. Some people have suggested officially
changing its name to the Fashion District in order to
attract more modern businesses. However, this area
isn’t only about fashionable outfits. Although you might
think it’s just an old urban area, it’s actually a historical
highlight of New York. It’s the place where the American
clothes industry began. In fact, as you approach 40th
Street from 39th, you can see a 2.4-metre monument to
Garment District workers. It’s a sculpture of a man using
a sewing machine to put a button on some clothing. My
sister said that on her trip, she had taken a tour around
some designer showrooms. These are places where
designers like Calvin Klein display their products before
they are sent to shops. She advised me to book a tour, but
I enjoyed looking at the different materials, like cotton and
wool, in the fabric shops on my own. She also mentioned
there were shops where you couldn’t try anything on or
get a refund, so be careful what you buy!
Sarah: I’d recommend going to fashion week. You can do that
in New York or Milan. Actually, the ‘Big Four’ fashion
weeks take place in London and Paris, too. I think New
York’s fashion week, which is generally the earliest, is in
September. When exactly will you be travelling? I’m sure
it’ll be exciting to see catwalk shows and go to talks and
other fashion events!
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TERM TEST 3: Test
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1. Amy mentions Giuseppe Mengoni because
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2. Amy was sorry that
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3. Some people think that more businesses will open in the Garment District if
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4. Max’s sister thinks it is worth
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5. Sarah mentions Paris because
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Answer the questions. (10 points)
1. Why is the first king of Italy mentioned?
2. Why wasn’t Amy sorry she’d visited Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II although she didn’t buy anything?
3. What is the significance of the sculpture in the Garment District?
4. What did Max do differently from his sister?
5. What does Max warn Glen about?
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Find words or phrases in the text to match the following definitions. points)
1. having existed since (lines 5-11)
2. buy (lines 13-18)
3. want to (lines 19-26)
4. show (lines 30-38)
5. material for making clothes (lines 30-38)
Written Production
(10 points)
Task 1: A News Article
Write a news article about a crime that took place. It can be
imaginary. Include information about where and when it happened
and details about the crime scene.
Task 2: A Survey
Complete the survey below about shopping:
a. Do you enjoy shopping for clothing? ❑ Yes / ❑ No
b. Why or why not?
c. Where do you usually shop for clothes and why?
❑ at shopping centres ❑ online ❑ at second-hand shops
d. How often do you shop for clothes?
e. What factor influences you the most when you shop?
❑ prices ❑ sales ❑ fashion ❑ advertisements ❑ other
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Oral Comprehension
(10 points)
Presentations
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Listen to three presentations. Then complete the sentences. (5 points)
1. Eddie Wicks chooses clothes for
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2. Lisa Carlson has defended people for
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3. Lisa works hard to make sure innocent people
4. Adam Hayes studied for
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5. The city of Khiva was built
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ago.
The sentences below are false. Listen again and correct them. (5 points)
1. Eddie studied to be a fashion buyer.
2. Eddie works alone.
3. Lisa defends many lawyers.
4. Lisa was influenced by a film that she saw.
5. Adam has always been confident about his business skills.
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Oral Production
(10 points)
A Transaction
Student A
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Ask your partner questions to find out about a tour. Complete the fact file below.
Ghost Bus Tours
Where:
Time:
Duration:
Departure point:
Sites:
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Answer your partner’s questions about the tour below.
Haunted Hollywood Tour
Where:
Price:
Duration:
Departure point:
Sites:
Los Angeles
adults: $50, children: $40
two hours
outside the Chinese Theatre,
6925 Hollywood Boulevard
haunted places, famous hotels
and houses
Student B
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Answer your partner’s questions about the tour below.
Ghost Bus Tours
Where:
Time:
Duration:
Departure point:
Sites:
2
London
Sunday-Friday: 7.30 pm, 9.00 pm
Saturday: 7.30 pm, 9.00 pm, 10.15 pm
1 hour and 15 minutes
the Grand Hotel, Northumberland
Avenue
famous sites of murder, torture and
executions
Ask your partner questions to find out about a tour. Complete the fact file below.
Haunted Hollywood Tour
Where:
Price:
Duration:
Departure point:
Sites:
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