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Wonder why some pop singers appear to enjoy so much fame in their time. Usually, there are some valid reasons for their popularity.

Let's take a look at Madonna. Madonna is an international icon today, recognized and admired by millions of fans all over the world (1).............. her strong and independent image as a pop star. Many of her fans have followed her (2)............ to stardom and consider her their (3)................ Her pop music career (4)................. almost two decades, quite an achievement for the fickle world of pop culture (5)............... artistes fall into and out of fashion (6).............. One reason for her staying power is her chameleon-like (7)............... to reinvent herself. She shot to (8)................. with hits such as Holiday, Material Girl, True Blue and Live to Tell. Although her (9).............. into movies has not been as successful as her music, her position as queen of pop music was undeniable in the 1980s up till the 1990s. She has been a (10)............... figure, sparkling off much debate for mixing religion and sexuality in her songs and music videos. She has (11)............... pop music, fashion and style, shocking and impressing many people at the same time. Her (12)........... identity in a era when so many pop singers look and sound alike puts her in a class of her own.

Another icon with even more mass appeal in his day is Elvis Presley. Nicknamed the King of Rock and Roll, or simply, the King, he ruled the pop music (13)................ during the 1950s. By (14).............. black rhythm-and-blues music with white country blues, he created new styles of music and in the process re-invented wock-and-roll. It was considered remarkable and even revolutionary at a time when black and white Americans (15).................. separate lives and lived in great (16)................. of one another. Through music, he (17).................. a visiable gap between the two groups of Americans. To the youth of his generation, Elvis also (18)................... rebelliousness and vitality. His influence (19)................... in the 1950s but declined after the 1960s with the rise of other pop groups. He died in 1977 but he is remembered until today and thousands still flock to Graceland, his home, every anniversary of his death. Elvis Presley has definitely become a music (20).................

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MUSIC

Think for a moment about the last music album you bought. Most likely, you’ll think of the singer or band that made you want to buy the album. You might even know the name of the guitar player or the drummer. Those talented performers, however, are only some of the people in the music industry work behind the scenes, but the roles they play in the musical progress are very important.

Songwriters: Songs begin with the songwriter. Some songwriters work alone, but many work in teams that combine the talents of a lyricist, who writes the words to songs, and an instrumentalist, often a piano player or guitarist, who writes the music. Many of today’s pop stars work with songwriters. For example, some of Lady Gaga’s biggest hits were written by Nadir Khayat, also known “RedOne”. Some songwriting teams have become very famous, such as Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were responsible for many big 1980s pop hits.

Arrangers: After a song has been written, music arrangers make it more appealing by deciding which instruments will be used, what tempo, or speed, the song will have, and whether the song should have a lower or higher pitch. A good arrangement can bring a song to life and make it a classic.

Studio Musicians: Not every singer or instrumentalist can be a star, and many work in the background as studio musicians. These artists are not a part of any one musical group. Instead, they are hired for recording sessions that eventually become the albums you buy, as well as soundtracks for television shows, movies, and radio ads.

Recording Engineers: Recording engineers also play a major role in creating the final sound that you hear. First, these engineers set up the recording studio, the room where the performers play, placing musicians and microphones in exactly the right places to get the best sound. Next, they use electronic equipment, such multi-track recorders, to capture the music. Finally, long after the musicians have gone home, recording engineers use a mixing board to balance the melodies and rhythms of each musician, and sometimes to incorporate special sound effects or additional tracks.

Many people make a living with music. You may not recognize all of their names, but all of them work together to create the songs you love to listen to.

The word “classic” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________.

A. a traditional song

B. a famous song

C. a lively song

D. a modern song

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MUSIC

Think for a moment about the last music album you bought. Most likely, you’ll think of the singer or band that made you want to buy the album. You might even know the name of the guitar player or the drummer. Those talented performers, however, are only some of the people in the music industry work behind the scenes, but the roles they play in the musical progress are very important.

Songwriters: Songs begin with the songwriter. Some songwriters work alone, but many work in teams that combine the talents of a lyricist, who writes the words to songs, and an instrumentalist, often a piano player or guitarist, who writes the music. Many of today’s pop stars work with songwriters. For example, some of Lady Gaga’s biggest hits were written by Nadir Khayat, also known “RedOne”. Some songwriting teams have become very famous, such as Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were responsible for many big 1980s pop hits.

Arrangers: After a song has been written, music arrangers make it more appealing by deciding which instruments will be used, what tempo, or speed, the song will have, and whether the song should have a lower or higher pitch. A good arrangement can bring a song to life and make it a classic.

Studio Musicians: Not every singer or instrumentalist can be a star, and many work in the background as studio musicians. These artists are not a part of any one musical group. Instead, they are hired for recording sessions that eventually become the albums you buy, as well as soundtracks for television shows, movies, and radio ads.

Recording Engineers: Recording engineers also play a major role in creating the final sound that you hear. First, these engineers set up the recording studio, the room where the performers play, placing musicians and microphones in exactly the right places to get the best sound. Next, they use electronic equipment, such multi-track recorders, to capture the music. Finally, long after the musicians have gone home, recording engineers use a mixing board to balance the melodies and rhythms of each musician, and sometimes to incorporate special sound effects or additional tracks. Many people make a living with music. You may not recognize all of their names, but all of them work together to create the songs you love to listen to

The word “classic” in paragraph 3 is closest in meaning to _________.

A. a traditional song 

B. a famous song 

C. a lively song 

D. a modern song 

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MUSIC

Think for a moment about the last music album you bought. Most likely, you’ll think of the singer or band that made you want to buy the album. You might even know the name of the guitar player or the drummer. Those talented performers, however, are only some of the people in the music industry work behind the scenes, but the roles they play in the musical progress are very important.

Songwriters: Songs begin with the songwriter. Some songwriters work alone, but many work in teams that combine the talents of a lyricist, who writes the words to songs, and an instrumentalist, often a piano player or guitarist, who writes the music. Many of today’s pop stars work with songwriters. For example, some of Lady Gaga’s biggest hits were written by Nadir Khayat, also known “RedOne”. Some songwriting teams have become very famous, such as Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were responsible for many big 1980s pop hits.

Arrangers: After a song has been written, music arrangers make it more appealing by deciding which instruments will be used, what tempo, or speed, the song will have, and whether the song should have a lower or higher pitch. A good arrangement can bring a song to life and make it a classic.

Studio Musicians: Not every singer or instrumentalist can be a star, and many work in the background as studio musicians. These artists are not a part of any one musical group. Instead, they are hired for recording sessions that eventually become the albums you buy, as well as soundtracks for television shows, movies, and radio ads.

Recording Engineers: Recording engineers also play a major role in creating the final sound that you hear. First, these engineers set up the recording studio, the room where the performers play, placing musicians and microphones in exactly the right places to get the best sound. Next, they use electronic equipment, such multi-track recorders, to capture the music. Finally, long after the musicians have gone home, recording engineers use a mixing board to balance the melodies and rhythms of each musician, and sometimes to incorporate special sound effects or additional tracks.

Many people make a living with music. You may not recognize all of their names, but all of them work together to create the songs you love to listen to.

Which of the following do music arrangers probably NOT do?

A. decide the price of the CD

B. decide how fast or slow a song will be

C. decide which instrument to use

D. decide which pitch to use

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE MUSIC

Think for a moment about the last music album you bought. Most likely, you’ll think of the singer or band that made you want to buy the album. You might even know the name of the guitar player or the drummer. Those talented performers, however, are only some of the people in the music industry work behind the scenes, but the roles they play in the musical progress are very important.

Songwriters: Songs begin with the songwriter. Some songwriters work alone, but many work in teams that combine the talents of a lyricist, who writes the words to songs, and an instrumentalist, often a piano player or guitarist, who writes the music. Many of today’s pop stars work with songwriters. For example, some of Lady Gaga’s biggest hits were written by Nadir Khayat, also known “RedOne”. Some songwriting teams have become very famous, such as Mike Stock, Matt Aitken, and Pete Waterman, who were responsible for many big 1980s pop hits.

Arrangers: After a song has been written, music arrangers make it more appealing by deciding which instruments will be used, what tempo, or speed, the song will have, and whether the song should have a lower or higher pitch. A good arrangement can bring a song to life and make it a classic.

Studio Musicians: Not every singer or instrumentalist can be a star, and many work in the background as studio musicians. These artists are not a part of any one musical group. Instead, they are hired for recording sessions that eventually become the albums you buy, as well as soundtracks for television shows, movies, and radio ads.

Recording Engineers: Recording engineers also play a major role in creating the final sound that you hear. First, these engineers set up the recording studio, the room where the performers play, placing musicians and microphones in exactly the right places to get the best sound. Next, they use electronic equipment, such multi-track recorders, to capture the music. Finally, long after the musicians have gone home, recording engineers use a mixing board to balance the melodies and rhythms of each musician, and sometimes to incorporate special sound effects or additional tracks. Many people make a living with music. You may not recognize all of their names, but all of them work together to create the songs you love to listen to

Which of the following do music arrangers probably NOT do? 

A. decide the price of the CD 

B. decide how fast or slow a song will be

C. decide which instrument to use 

D. decide which pitch to use 

A. Complete the passage below by writing one word in each gap.

Weather has a significant effect on all our lives, wherever we live. This is true, (1) _____ the nature of the weather. In some parts of the world, where it is hot and dry, people (2) _____ whether or not there will be enough rainfall for the crops to (3) _____ and thrive. The population in such areas live with a constant (4) _____ of drought. Other parts of the world (5) _____ from the opposite problems, especially at certain periods of the year. Frequently it rains heavily and when it (6) _____ down for a long time there is a possibility of floods which can (7) _____ great damage to property and even (8) _____ of life. Snowy scenes always look very pretty and clean on (9) _____ cards. Those who lives in countries where heavy snowfalls are (10) _____ will tell you that snow is not like this. When it (11) _____ to slush it becomes grey and most unattractive. Snow can (12) _____ driving conditions very difficult, especially when it forms deep snowdrifts, and it can also be dangerous. Many people in areas where it (13) _____ a lot love to ski and the ski slopes also (14) _____ a lot of visitors. However, from time to time the ski slopes are affected by avalanches and these can (15) _____ in tragedy.

B. Use the words given in capitals at the end of each sentence to form a word that fits in the space.

1. The first inhabitants of Iceland were a group of _____ families who settled on the island in AD 874. NORWAY 2. There was disagreement about whether the country needs to maintain a _____. DETER

3. Hundreds of _____ from the war zone have arrived in the city and we are trying to find homes for them. EVACUATE

4. _____ patients are often given exercises to help prevent their muscles from becoming stiff. BED

5. It was this passion for fast cars that led to his _____ death at the age of 33. TIME

6. Every effort is made to _____ any errors before the book is printed. RIGHT

7. In a recent opinion poll, a majority of _____ were against nuclear weapons. RESPONSE

8. Her mouth is _____ lipsticked and her eyes are wide open with anticipation. SEDUCE

9. The script has a refreshing _____ and sparkle. SPONTANEOUS

10. It’s better to be an _____ and eat a variety of plant and animals in case there is a shortage of one particular kind of food.

C. Finish each of the following sentences in such a way that it means exactly the same as the sentence printed before it. 1. Do you have a good relationship with your boss? Are________________________________________________________________________________________ 2. There isn’t much likelihood of it snowing today.

It’s ________________________________________________________________________________________ 3. Does he know enough English to get by in his job?

Is his ______________________________________________________________________________________

4. It was noticed because of his exclamation.

Had it ______________________________________________________________________________________

5. He can shout even louder but I still won’t take any notice.

No ________________________________________________________________________________________ 6. “There won’t be peace until free elections are held,” he warned.

He warmed that only when _____________________________________________________________________

7. We very much regret the closure, although there really was no alternative.

Much ______________________________________________________________________________________

8. It is vital that people see that the system is changing.

The system must be ___________________________________________________________________________ 9. The thought passed through his mind and the decision was taken a moment later.

The thought had no ___________________________________________________________________________ 10. There is a widespread assumption that a drug overdose caused the soul musician’s death.

The soul musician’s death is ____________________________________________________________________ D. For each of the sentences below, write a new sentence as similar as possible in meaning to the original sentence, but using the word given. This word must not be altered in any way.

1. The child might have been drowned when he swam in the river alone. RISKED

2. No one’s ever spoken to me like that before. USED

3. Few people came to the singer’s farewell concert. POOR

4. You’re supposed to take the medicine every night for five nights. RUNNING

5. The accusation that he had stolen the money was unfounded. WRONGLY

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Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.

It can be shown in facts and figures that cycling is the cheapest, most convenient, and most environmentally desirable term of transport in towns, but such cold calculations do not mean much on a frosty winter morning. The real appeal of cycling is that it is so enjoyable. It has none of the difficulties and tensions of other ways of traveling so you are more cheerful after a ride, even though the rush hour.

The first thing a non-cyclist says to you is: "But isn't it terribly dangerous?" It would be foolish to deny the danger of sharing the road with motor vehicles and it must be admitted that there are an alarming number of accidents involving cyclists. However, although police records indicate that the car driver is often to blame, the answer lies with the cyclist. It is possible to ride in such a way as to reduce risks to a minimum.

If you decide to join the thousands in Britain who are now returning to cycling as a cheap, satisfying form of transport your first problem will be trying to decide what bike to buy. Here are three simple rules for buying a bike:

1. Always buy the best you can afford. Of course there has to be a meeting point between what you would really like and economic reality, but aim as high as you can and you will get the benefit not only when you ride but also if you want to sell. Well-made bikes keep the value very well. And don't forget to include in your calculations the fact that you'll begin saving money on

fares and petrol the minute you leave the shop.

2. Get the best frame, the main structure of the bicycle, for your money as you can. Cheap brakes, wheels or gears can easily be replaced by more expensive ones, but the frame sets the upper limit on any transformation. You should allow for the possibility our cycling ambitions will grow with practice. When you begin, the four miles to work may the most you ever dream of, but after a few months a Sunday ride into the country begins to look more and more desirable. The best thing is to buy a bike just a little bit better than you think you'll need, and then grow into it. Otherwise, try to get a model that can be improved.

3.The fit is vital. Handlebars and seat height can be adjusted but you must get the right sized frame. On the whole it is best to get the largest size you can manage. Frame sizes are measured in inches and the usual adult range is from 21 inches to 25 inches, though extreme sizes outside those measurements can be found. Some people say if you take four inches off from your inside leg measurement you will end up with the right size of bike. The basic principle though is that you should be able to stand with legs either side of the crossbar (the bar that goes from the handlebars to the seat) with both feet comfortably flat on the ground.

The phrase "to be a meeting point" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _____________.

A. to reach a compromise

B. to meet somewhere

C. to be in development

D. to go and meet at a place

Read the following passage and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 43 to 50.

It can be shown in facts and figures that cycling is the cheapest, most convenient, and most environmentally desirable term of transport in towns, but such cold calculations do not mean much on a frosty winter morning. The real appeal of cycling is that it is so enjoyable. It has none of the difficulties and tensions of other ways of traveling so you are more cheerful after a ride, even though the rush hour.

The first thing a non-cyclist says to you is: "But isn't it terribly dangerous?" It would be foolish to deny the danger of sharing the road with motor vehicles and it must be admitted that there are an alarming number of accidents involving cyclists. However, although police records indicate that the car driver is often to blame, the answer lies with the cyclist. It is possible to ride in such a way as to reduce risks to a minimum.

If you decide to join the thousands in Britain who are now returning to cycling as a cheap, satisfying form of transport your first problem will be trying to decide what bike to buy. Here are three simple rules for buying a bike:

1. Always buy the best you can afford. Of course there has to be a meeting point between what you would really like and economic reality, but aim as high as you can and you will get the benefit not only when you ride but also if you want to sell. Well-made bikes keep the value very well. And don't forget to include in your calculations the fact that you'll begin saving money on

fares and petrol the minute you leave the shop.

2. Get the best frame, the main structure of the bicycle, for your money as you can. Cheap brakes, wheels or gears can easily be replaced by more expensive ones, but the frame sets the upper limit on any transformation. You should allow for the possibility our cycling ambitions will grow with practice. When you begin, the four miles to work may the most you ever dream of, but after a few months a Sunday ride into the country begins to look more and more desirable. The best thing is to buy a bike just a little bit better than you think you'll need, and then grow into it. Otherwise, try to get a model that can be improved.

3.The fit is vital. Handlebars and seat height can be adjusted but you must get the right sized frame. On the whole it is best to get the largest size you can manage. Frame sizes are measured in inches and the usual adult range is from 21 inches to 25 inches, though extreme sizes outside those measurements can be found. Some people say if you take four inches off from your inside leg measurement you will end up with the right size of bike. The basic principle though is that you should be able to stand with legs either side of the crossbar (the bar that goes from the handlebars to the seat) with both feet comfortably flat on the ground.

Question 46: The phrase "to be a meeting point" in paragraph 4 is closest in meaning to _____________.

A. to reach a compromise

B. to meet somewhere

C. to be in development

D. to go and meet at a place

Fill in each gap with the most suitable word to complete the text 

Living in the countryside is something that people from the city often dream about. However, in reality, it has …(1)… its advantages and disadvantages. There are certain some …(2 )… to live in the countryside as you can enjoy peace and quiet. In the countryside there are not many cars and motorbikes, so that it is not very noisy every day and of course the air is clean. Moreover, people in the countryside tend to be friendlier …(3)… more open to others. Another advantage is that the food is also fresher. Many kinds of food have the root from the countryside, it is …(4)… delicious than in the city. On the other hand, there are certain drawbacks to the life …(5)… from the city. Firstly, because there are fewer people, you are likely to …(6)… fewer friends. In addition, entertainment …(7)… difficult to find, particularly in the evening. Furthermore, the fact …(8)… there are fewer shops and services means that it is harder to …(9)… job. As a result, we may have to travel a …(10)… way to work, which extremely expensive.