Choose the correct word(s).

1. Do your children eat a little / lot of / many sweets?

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

1. People suffering from a serious_______often stay in hospital for a long time.

Choose the correct word(s).

2. There’s too much / few / many salt in this soup.

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

2. You need to cover your_______with sunscreen When you sunbathe.

Choose the correct word(s).

3. He usually has a few / little / enough sugar in his coffee.

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

3. You can tell they’ve been in the sun — their________are very red.

Choose the correct word(s).

4. We have too many / too / too much money. We can’t spend it!

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

4. When you’re old, your________can break more easily.

Choose the correct word(s).

5. Can I have much / many / a few of your chips?

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

5. Coffee can sometimes________you from sleeping.

Choose the correct word(s).

6. These trousers aren’t big too / enough / very.

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with these words.

6. My grandmother can’t walk very well, but her________is still active.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

1. Suzi works _______________ Dan. Dan has too many breaks!

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Complete the sentences with the superlative of an adjective from the box.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

2. My shoes were _______________ than yours. I got mine in the sale.

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Choose the correct word or phrase.

1. It’s the most interesting / more interesting museum in Edinburgh.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

3. This test isn’t _______________ difficult as last week’s test.

Complete the sentences with the correct comparative form of the adjective / adverb.

Choose the correct word or phrase.

2. This is the more expensive / most expensive souvenir I’ve ever bought.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

4. I drive _______________ than my father.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Choose the correct word or phrase.

3. That restaurant serves the better / best pasta we’ve ever eaten.

Choose the correct word or phrase.

4. The summer is the busyest / busiest time of year.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

5. Our office is _______________ this month than it was last month.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Write sentences with ever.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

6. Jason dances _______________ than Franz.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Write sentences with ever.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

7. Chelsea didn’t play _______________ Real Madrid last night.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Write sentences with ever.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Write sentences with ever.

Complete the sentences with a few, a little, much, many or a lot of.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Rewrite the sentences using as…as.

Write sentences with ever.

Choose the correct phrase.

1. I’m not very good at basketball. I’m not enough tall/tall enough.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Complete the sentences with these words.

1. She needs to_________ more time studying.

Write sentences with ever.

Choose the correct phrase.

2. Icouldn’t live in the UK. It rains too many / too much.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Complete the sentences with these words.

2. I hope we arrive_______ time. My dad is meeting me at the airport.

Write sentences with ever.

Choose the correct phrase.

3. I’m not going to finish my homework. I don’t have enough time / time enough.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Complete the sentences with these words.

3. Don’t________ time doing things you don’t enjoy.

Complete the sentences with the opposite of the adjectives in brackets.

Choose the correct phrase.

4. I can’t sleep. I’ve eaten too much / too many chocolate.

Write the superlative form of the adjective in brackets.

Complete the sentences with these words.

4. We’ll_______time if we go on the motorway. There’s much less traffic.

Complete the sentences with the opposite of the adjectives in brackets.

Choose the correct phrase.

5. Ican’t carry my shopping home. I have too much / too many bags.

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

1. Istanbul is an old city with lots of _________ buildings.

Complete the sentences with these words.

5. My girlfriend gets very stressed when she’s_______ a hurry.

Complete the sentences with the opposite of the adjectives in brackets.

Choose the correct phrase.

6. I’mreally unfit. | don’t do enough exercise / exercise enough.

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

2. There’s a __________ of Nelson Mandela outside the town hall.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

1. cen|tre

Complete the sentences with the opposite of the adjectives in brackets.

Choose the correct phrase.

7. I’malways tired. I don’t enough sleep / sleep enough.

Listen and write the words in the chart.

1. up

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

3. I usually buy fruit at the __________ because it’s cheaper.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

2. pa|rents

Complete the sentences with the opposite of the adjectives in brackets.

Listen and write the words in the chart.

2. boot

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

4. This is the __________ where the Queen lives.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

3. a|go

Choose the different word.

Listen and write the words in the chart.

3. bike

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

5. My town has a __________ of around 150,000.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

4. chil|dren

Choose the different word.

Listen and write the words in the chart.

4. egg

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

6. Hull is a big city __________ the river Humber.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

5. pa|tient

Choose the different word.

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

1. crow|ded

Read the newspaper article.

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Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

Which one of these fruits and vegetables do not count towards your five a day?

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

7. There’s a lot of traffic in London, so it’s very __________.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

6. prob|lem

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

2. dan|ge|rous

Complete the sentences with the correct word.

8. Not many people go to the beach in winter. It’s usually completely __________.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

7. co|mmu|ni|ca|tion

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

8. tra|di|tio|nal

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

3. ex|ci|ting

Read the article again and Choose T (true) or F (false).

________________________________________________________________________________

Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

Frozen vegetables don’t count towards your five a day.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

1. We can __________ time if we take the motorway. It’s much quicker.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

9. a|round

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

4. fright|en|ing

Read the article again and Choose T (true) or F (false).

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Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

Only 100% pure fruit juice counts as a portion.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

2. Don’t __________ your time on computer games! Do something more useful!

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

10. se|conds

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

5. ge|ne|rous

Read the article again and Choose T (true) or F (false).

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Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

One mandarin orange counts as one portion.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

3. He’s always in a __________. He never has time to relax.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

4. Don’t be late. Try to arrive __________.

Choose the stressed syllable in these words.

11. be|tter

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

6. in|tere|sting

Read the article again and Choose T (true) or F (false).

________________________________________________________________________________

Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

You have to eat many tomatoes to get one portion.

Complete the sentences with the correct word or phrase.

5. How long does it __________ you to do your homework?

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

1. centre

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

7. po|llu|ted

Read the article again and Choose T (true) or F (false).

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Five a Day

How much fruit do you eat every day? And how many vegetables? Food experts today think that we don’t have enough of these foods in our diet and they say that we eat too much fat and sugar. This is why the World Health Organization has started a campaign to encourage us to eat more fruit and vegetables. The campaign in the UK is called Five a Day.
Why eat fruit and vegetables?
Fruit and vegetables are full of important vitamins and minerals which our bodies need to be healthy. Scientific studies have shown that eating a lot of them can prevent some illnesses like diabetes and obesity. Also, fruit and vegetables don’t contain much fat and they don’t have many calories, so they help to keep us slim.
What counts?
Nearly all fruit and vegetables count towards your five a day, except potatoes. The food can be fresh, frozen, or in a can, like peaches or peas. It can be raw, cooked, or even dried, like raisins or banana chips. A glass of 100% fruit juice with no added sugar also counts as one portion.
How much is a portion?
A portion of fresh fruit or vegetables depends on the size of the food. In the case of small-sized fruit like plums or mandarin oranges, one portion is two pieces of fruit. A piece of mediumsized fruit like an apple, an orange, or a pear also counts as one portion. With larger fruit like melon and pineapple, one portion is a5 cmslice. We use the same method for calculating portions with vegetables. In the case of salad vegetables, a medium-sized tomato or a 5cm piece of cucumber count as one portion each. For smaller, cooked vegetables like beans and carrots, one portion is three large spoonfuls of vegetables.

Question:

A large spoonful of vegetables doesn’t count as a portion.

Choose the correct word.

1. Too much sunbathing is bad for your bones / skin / feet.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

2. parents

Listen and Choose the stressed syllable.

8. ro|man|tic

Listen to two people doing a quiz about body age.

Match the words with the same sound.

5. clothes _________

Choose the correct word.

2. Playing computer games can stimulate your brain / eyes / fingers.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

3. ago

Listen to a radio travel“programme about the Republic of Croatia. correct the places that are mentioned in the programme.

Listen again and complete the sentences.

Choose the correct word.

3. Drinking coffee can help to prevent / cure / protect some illnesses.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

4. children

Listen again and answer T (true) or F (false).

Match the prices.

1. €30.49

Choose the correct word.

4. I have an active / anxious / lazy lifestyle. I run every day.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

5. patient

Match the prices.

2. $3.89

Choose the correct word.

5. It’s not a good idea to eat a lot of quick / slow / fast food.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

6. problem

Match the prices.

3. 59p

Choose the correct word.

6. She doesn’t have a healthy / bad / thin diet. She eats lots of cakes.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

7. communication

Match the prices.

4. £13.99

Complete the dialogue.

Choose the correct word.

7. Take some sunlight / sunscreen / sunshine to the beach with you.

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

8. traditional

Order the dialogue.

A. Have you had a good day?
B. OK. For what time?
A. Sure,
B. Can we make it a bit earlier? Say, seven thirty?
A. Why don’t we go out for dinner? | could book a restaurant.
B. OK. I’ll go and have a shower then.
A. Eight o’clock?
B. Oh, you know. Working! But it was OK.

Choose the word which does not contain the sound at the beginning of the line.

1. / A /        up   money   much   polluted

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

9. around

Read the text. Where could you…?

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the word which does not contain the sound at the beginning of the line.

2. /k/        castle   cathedral   cinema   mosque

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

10. seconds

Read the text. Where could you…?

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the word which does not contain the sound at the beginning of the line.

3. / aI /       illness   smile   wine   exciting

Now Choose the /a/ sound.

11. better

Read the text. Where could you…?

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the word which does not contain the sound at the beginning of the line.

4. /e/        egg   museum   empty   health

Read the story. Choose the sentences T (true) or F (false).

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The fisherman and the banker

An American banker was on holiday abroad. He was walking on a beautiful beach near a small village. He saw a fisherman in his boat with a few fish in it.
‘Great fish!’ he said. ‘How long did it take you to catch them?’
‘Not very long,’ answered the fisherman.
“Why didn’t you stay at sea longer to catch some more?’ asked the banker.
‘There are just enough fish here to feed my family,’ answered the fisherman.
Then the American asked, ‘But what do you do the rest of the time?’ ‘Isleep late, I fish a little, I play with my kids, and I relax. In the evening, I go to see my friends in the village. We drink wine and play the guitar. I’m busier than you think. Life here isn’t as…’
The American interrupted him. ‘I have an MBA from Harvard University and I can help you. You’re not fishing as much as you can. If you start fishing for longer periods of time, you’ll get enough money from selling the fish to buy a bigger boat. Then with the money you’ll get from catching and selling more fish, you could buy a second boat, and then a third one, and so on. Then instead of selling your fish to shops, you could sell them directly to a fish factory, or even open your own factory. Then you’ll be able to leave your little village for the city, and finally move to New York, where you could direct the company,’
‘How long will that take?’ asked the fisherman.
‘About 15 to 20 years, answered the banker.
‘And then?’
‘Then it gets more interesting,’ said the American, smiling and talking more quickly. ‘When the moment comes, you can put your company on the stock market and you will make millions,’
‘Millions? But then what?”
‘Then you can retire, live in a small village by the sea, go to the beach, sleep late, play with your kids…’

Question:

The American thought he was very busy.

Read the story. Choose the sentences T (true) or F (false).

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The fisherman and the banker

An American banker was on holiday abroad. He was walking on a beautiful beach near a small village. He saw a fisherman in his boat with a few fish in it.
‘Great fish!’ he said. ‘How long did it take you to catch them?’
‘Not very long,’ answered the fisherman.
“Why didn’t you stay at sea longer to catch some more?’ asked the banker.
‘There are just enough fish here to feed my family,’ answered the fisherman.
Then the American asked, ‘But what do you do the rest of the time?’ ‘Isleep late, I fish a little, I play with my kids, and I relax. In the evening, I go to see my friends in the village. We drink wine and play the guitar. I’m busier than you think. Life here isn’t as…’
The American interrupted him. ‘I have an MBA from Harvard University and I can help you. You’re not fishing as much as you can. If you start fishing for longer periods of time, you’ll get enough money from selling the fish to buy a bigger boat. Then with the money you’ll get from catching and selling more fish, you could buy a second boat, and then a third one, and so on. Then instead of selling your fish to shops, you could sell them directly to a fish factory, or even open your own factory. Then you’ll be able to leave your little village for the city, and finally move to New York, where you could direct the company,’
‘How long will that take?’ asked the fisherman.
‘About 15 to 20 years, answered the banker.
‘And then?’
‘Then it gets more interesting,’ said the American, smiling and talking more quickly. ‘When the moment comes, you can put your company on the stock market and you will make millions,’
‘Millions? But then what?”
‘Then you can retire, live in a small village by the sea, go to the beach, sleep late, play with your kids…’

Question:

The American wanted him to work harder

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the word which does not contain the sound at the beginning of the line.

5. / u:/      fruit   food   statue   good

Read the story. Choose the sentences T (true) or F (false).

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The fisherman and the banker

An American banker was on holiday abroad. He was walking on a beautiful beach near a small village. He saw a fisherman in his boat with a few fish in it.
‘Great fish!’ he said. ‘How long did it take you to catch them?’
‘Not very long,’ answered the fisherman.
“Why didn’t you stay at sea longer to catch some more?’ asked the banker.
‘There are just enough fish here to feed my family,’ answered the fisherman.
Then the American asked, ‘But what do you do the rest of the time?’ ‘Isleep late, I fish a little, I play with my kids, and I relax. In the evening, I go to see my friends in the village. We drink wine and play the guitar. I’m busier than you think. Life here isn’t as…’
The American interrupted him. ‘I have an MBA from Harvard University and I can help you. You’re not fishing as much as you can. If you start fishing for longer periods of time, you’ll get enough money from selling the fish to buy a bigger boat. Then with the money you’ll get from catching and selling more fish, you could buy a second boat, and then a third one, and so on. Then instead of selling your fish to shops, you could sell them directly to a fish factory, or even open your own factory. Then you’ll be able to leave your little village for the city, and finally move to New York, where you could direct the company,’
‘How long will that take?’ asked the fisherman.
‘About 15 to 20 years, answered the banker.
‘And then?’
‘Then it gets more interesting,’ said the American, smiling and talking more quickly. ‘When the moment comes, you can put your company on the stock market and you will make millions,’
‘Millions? But then what?”
‘Then you can retire, live in a small village by the sea, go to the beach, sleep late, play with your kids…’

Question:

He told the fisherman to buy more boats.

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the stressed syllable.

1. ex|ci|ting

Read the story. Choose the sentences T (true) or F (false).

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The fisherman and the banker

An American banker was on holiday abroad. He was walking on a beautiful beach near a small village. He saw a fisherman in his boat with a few fish in it.
‘Great fish!’ he said. ‘How long did it take you to catch them?’
‘Not very long,’ answered the fisherman.
“Why didn’t you stay at sea longer to catch some more?’ asked the banker.
‘There are just enough fish here to feed my family,’ answered the fisherman.
Then the American asked, ‘But what do you do the rest of the time?’ ‘Isleep late, I fish a little, I play with my kids, and I relax. In the evening, I go to see my friends in the village. We drink wine and play the guitar. I’m busier than you think. Life here isn’t as…’
The American interrupted him. ‘I have an MBA from Harvard University and I can help you. You’re not fishing as much as you can. If you start fishing for longer periods of time, you’ll get enough money from selling the fish to buy a bigger boat. Then with the money you’ll get from catching and selling more fish, you could buy a second boat, and then a third one, and so on. Then instead of selling your fish to shops, you could sell them directly to a fish factory, or even open your own factory. Then you’ll be able to leave your little village for the city, and finally move to New York, where you could direct the company,’
‘How long will that take?’ asked the fisherman.
‘About 15 to 20 years, answered the banker.
‘And then?’
‘Then it gets more interesting,’ said the American, smiling and talking more quickly. ‘When the moment comes, you can put your company on the stock market and you will make millions,’
‘Millions? But then what?”
‘Then you can retire, live in a small village by the sea, go to the beach, sleep late, play with your kids…’

Question:

The American said that he couldn’t live in New York.

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the stressed syllable.

2. ca|the|dral

Choose the stressed syllable.

3. pa|lace

Read the story. Choose the sentences T (true) or F (false).

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The fisherman and the banker

An American banker was on holiday abroad. He was walking on a beautiful beach near a small village. He saw a fisherman in his boat with a few fish in it.
‘Great fish!’ he said. ‘How long did it take you to catch them?’
‘Not very long,’ answered the fisherman.
“Why didn’t you stay at sea longer to catch some more?’ asked the banker.
‘There are just enough fish here to feed my family,’ answered the fisherman.
Then the American asked, ‘But what do you do the rest of the time?’ ‘Isleep late, I fish a little, I play with my kids, and I relax. In the evening, I go to see my friends in the village. We drink wine and play the guitar. I’m busier than you think. Life here isn’t as…’
The American interrupted him. ‘I have an MBA from Harvard University and I can help you. You’re not fishing as much as you can. If you start fishing for longer periods of time, you’ll get enough money from selling the fish to buy a bigger boat. Then with the money you’ll get from catching and selling more fish, you could buy a second boat, and then a third one, and so on. Then instead of selling your fish to shops, you could sell them directly to a fish factory, or even open your own factory. Then you’ll be able to leave your little village for the city, and finally move to New York, where you could direct the company,’
‘How long will that take?’ asked the fisherman.
‘About 15 to 20 years, answered the banker.
‘And then?’
‘Then it gets more interesting,’ said the American, smiling and talking more quickly. ‘When the moment comes, you can put your company on the stock market and you will make millions,’
‘Millions? But then what?”
‘Then you can retire, live in a small village by the sea, go to the beach, sleep late, play with your kids…’

Question:

The American promised the fisherman a lot of money.

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the stressed syllable.

4. in|te|res|ting

Listen to five speakers talk about how their lives have changed. Who…?

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Choose the stressed syllable.

5. ro|man|tic

Listen again.

Read the text again. Choose the highlighted words to their meanings.

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Fifth Avenue Shopping:
Fifth Avenue is one of the most expensive shopping streets in the world. Most of the world’s luxury boutiques are located here, including Gucci, Prada, Armani, and Cartier. It is also home to huge department stores like Lord & Taylor, Barneys, and Bergdorf Goodman. Most shops open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., starting later on Sundays. Here are some of the most well known:
FAO SCHWARZ
This world-famous toy store is popular with tourists and New Yorkers. The amazing Grand Hall has more than 20,000 coloured lights and there’s also a giant dance-on piano keyboard and an enormous candy store. Big kids can have lots of fun in the do-it-yourself department, where they can even design their own doll.
RICKY’S
This ultra-fashionable beauty shop has been selling the latest cosmetics, hair and bath products for nearly two decades. Products range from the most expensive to the most ecological, so there’s something for everybody. Upstairs, check out the fun clothing and accessories. You can also get temporary henna tattoos.
TIFFANY & CO
This exclusive jeweller’s has occupied its current location since 1940. Customers can admire the designer jewellery on the first floor before taking the elevator upstairs to choose an engagement . ring. You can buy elegant table, glass, and silverware on the fourth floor, and there are less pricey items on the third floor.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

1. Question:

On holiday, Maggie didn’t put on _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

2. Question:

She wasn’t interested in _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

3. Question:

When she goes on holiday now, she goes to _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

4. Question:

Vincenzo worked too much and didn’t have enough time _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

5. Question:

He felt _____ and unrelaxed.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

6. Question:

He decided to stop working seven days a week and only work _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

7. Question:

Before, Clare bought _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

8. Question:

Now, she doesn’t go into the _____.

Read the article about three lifestyle changes and Choose the correct answer.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

9. Question:

She is happier with her life because she _____.

Write M for Maggie, V for Vicenzo, or C for Clare.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35

‘I got skin cancer last year. It was very frightening. I’m better now, but I realised I needed to change my lifestyle. You see, I loved the sun. Every holiday, I went abroad and spent too long in the sun. I didn’t wear sunscreen. I didn’t visit the sights like the other tourists. I wasn’t interested. I just spent my time at the beach. When I go on holiday now, I spend more time at museums and art galleries. It’s safer and more interesting.’

Vincenzo, age 31

‘I was a doctor and I loved my job. But I did too much work. And that’s unhealthy. I had no time for my family or friends. I wasn’t getting enough sleep and I wasn’t doing enough exercise. I felt irritable and stressed. I needed to slow down and change my lifestyle. So I decided to work four days a week, not seven! Now I spend much more time with my children. I sleep better and I do more sport. I have slowed down and I feel happier.’

Clare, age 24

‘I work in a department store in the capital city. This city has the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. It has the best-dressed people I’ve ever seen. And it has the most expensive shops. So, although I like my job, I don’t have enough money to live here! Before, I spent too much money on things I didn’t really need. I’ve changed my habits now. I try to eat at home, not in restaurants. I don’t try to look like the people who come into the department store. And I don’t go into the expensive shops. I’m much less frustrated now!’

1. Question:

I have a safer lifestyle now.  _____

Write M for Maggie, V for Vicenzo, or C for Clare.

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Changing lifestyles

Maggie, age 35