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before publication, this has not been possible in some cases We apologise for any apparent inftingement of copyright and, ifnotified, the publisher \Viii be pleased to rectify any errors or omissions at the earliest posS1"ble opportunity Contents Introduction Preparation & Practice Test Reading and Use of English Writing Listening Speaking Preparation & Practice Test Reading and Use of English Writing Listening Speaking Practice Test Reading and Use of English Writing Listening Speaking Practice Test Practice Test 32 42 51 57 74 80 84 86 96 98 102 Writing 104 114 Listening 116 Speaking 120 Reading and Use of English 122 132 134 138 Reading and Use of English Writing Listening Speaking Practice Test Speaking 140 150 152 156 Audioscripts 159 Answer key for Preparation 183 Answer key for Practice Tests 1-6 191 Sample answer sheets 224 Photographs for Speaking Part tasks 229 Reading and Use of English Writing Listening CONTENTS Introduction This set of six printed practice tests and training activities comes with an additional online practice test (see card with access code) This material provides thorough preparation and practice for the Cambridge English: Firstfor Schools exam It is available with and without an answer key The answer key provides a full explanation of correct and incorrect answers The first two tests in the book contain preparation pages with training for exam tasks in each paper These preparation pages consist of several exercises which give candidates training in how to approach each task type and what to look for in the exam There are also tips on exam technique For support with the Writing paper, there are sample answers for each type of question and examiner commentary highlighting what a good answer should look like For support with the Speaking paper, there is a DVD included with example Speaking interviews for the Cambridge English: First exam and examiner commentary For more information about the Cambridge English: Firstfor Schools exam, go to www.cambridgeenglish.org INTRODUCTION Reading and Use of English This paper consists of parts and takes one hour 15 minutes In Parts 1-4, candidates are tested on their knowledge of the structure of English with a focus on vocabulary and grammar while Parts 5-7 include longer texts with related comprehension tasks focusing on reading skills This paper includes 52 questions in total Task type Partl Part2 Number of questions and marks What you What it tests Multiple- questions; Choose one word from a set of four Accuracy with vocabulary, choice cloze mark each options to complete the gaps in a including knowledge of phrasal short text verbs, idioms, and collocations Open cloze questions; Think of a single word that best fits Knowledge and use of grammar mark each each of the eight gaps in a short in context, as well as vocabulary text Part3 Part4 Word questions; Use a given root word to form Accuracy in word building, formation mark each another word that fits appropriately including compound words, in a gapped text prefixes and suffixes Control of a wide range of Key word questions; There are six unrelated sentences, transformation up to marks each each followed by a single word structures, vocabulary and and a gapped sentence Use the collocation word given to complete the gapped sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence Part5 Multiple questions; Answer each question about a long Understanding of a text, choice marks each text by choosing one option from a including detail, purpose, opinion, set of four gist, implication, main idea, meaning from context and text organization features Part6 Gapped text questions; Choose sentences to complete a marks each long gapped text Understanding of how texts are structured, including cohesion and coherence Part7 Multiple 10 questions; Match ten prompts to elements in a Ability to locate detail or specific matching mark each long text or several short texts information and understand opinion and implication REMEMBER! • Read and follow all instructions carefully • Read each text and task through quickly before answering • If there is a question you can't answer, don't waste time worrying about it Go on to the next question • You will not have time to read all texts in detail, and it isn't necessary to so Skim and scan texts for answers where possible INTRODUCTION Writing This paper takes one hour 20 minutes and consists of two parts In Part you must answer the question, which is always an essay In Part 2, you must choose one of four questions These may include articles, letters or emails, stories, essays and reviews Each task carries equal marks Task type Number of words Part Write an essay using the 140-190 words What you What it tests Read the context and task Ability to give opinions and reasons ideas given and an idea of instructions Write your for your opinion in a clearly your own answer, making sure you structured piece of writing using use all the notes given and an appropriate register The range that you give reasons for and accuracy of your grammar and your opinion vocabulary, and whether you have answered the question Part2 Choose one question from questions 2-5 Questions 140-190 words Read the task instructions and write your answer 2-4 can include an article, Ability to produce a clearly structured piece of writing in an appropriate style for the intended a letter or email, a story or reader The range and accuracy of a review Question can your grammar and vocabulary, and be an essay, an article, a whether you have answered the review or a letter based on question a set reading text REMEMBER! • Spend a few minutes making a simple plan for each piece of writing Decide on an appropriate style, layout and organization Think about the content of paragraphs and the language you will use, e.g verb tenses Keep your plan in mind while writing • Don't spend more than half the time on your first answer • Make sure you answer all the points in the question appropriately • Check your writing by reading it through Try to hear your own voice and 'listen' for mistakes Check grammar, spelling and punctuation INTRODUCTION Listening This paper consists of four parts and takes about 40 minutes The recorded texts may include the following: Single speakers: answerphone messages, public announcements, anecdotes, lectures, news reports, radio programmes stories talks Two or more speakers: conversations, discussions, interviews radio plays The speakers will have a variety of accents Background sounds may be included before the speaking begins to provide contextual information Candidates are given time to read through the questions after they listen to the instruction They also have five minutes at the end to transfer their answers to the answer sheet They hear each recording twice There are 30 questions in this paper Task type Part Number of questions and marks What you What it tests Multiple questions; Listen to eight short unrelated Understanding of detail, gist, feeling, choice marks extracts For each one, answer a attitude, purpose and agreement question by choosing one option from between speakers a set of three Part2 Sentence 10 questions; 10 completion marks Listen to one monologue and Ability to identify detail, specific complete each of the ten sentences information and opinion of the with a word or short phrase from the speaker monologue Part Multiple questions; marks matching Part4 Multiple choice questions; marks Listen to five short monologues with Ability to identify main points, detail, a common theme or link Match each gist purpose attitude, opinion and speaker to one of eight options feeling Listen to an interview or discussion Ability to identify main idea, gist, (two speakers) and answer each of attitude, opinion, detail and specific the questions by choosing one option information from a set of three REMEMBER! • Listen carefully to the instructions on the recording • Try to predict as much as you can about the recording from the questions on the paper before you listen • Don't panic if you don't understand much the first time • Answer all the questions, even if you are not sure of your answer INTRODUCTION Speaking This paper consists of four parts and takes approximately 14 minutes There are normally two candidates and two examiners One examiner just listens and assesses, while the other, the interlocutor, assesses, gives instructions and talks to the candidates You will be assessed on: • accurate use of grammar and range and use of vocabulary • pronunciation • interactive communication • discourse management Task type Timing What you What it tests Part Conversation minutes Answer the examiner's questions about Ability to interact in general and social Part Individual minutes 'long turn' personal information situations Speak individually for one minute about Ability to speak at length, express two photographs you are given and give opinions, describe and compare a 30-second response to questions about your partner's photographs Part Two-way minutes conversation Part4 Follow-up minutes discussion You are given written prompts to discuss Ability to interact with another speaker, with your partner for two minutes give and ask for opinions and justify according to the examiner's instructions them, speculate, make suggestions This is followed by a one minute decision- and work towards a decision with your making task partner Answer questions related to the topic of Ability to give opinions and justify the Part task that the examiner asks them, speculate and agree or disagree with your partner REMEMBER! • The examiner will begin by asking you a few general questions about yourself This is to help you relax • In Part 2, when you are given the pictures, don't spend too long talking about the physical details Move on to the theme of the pictures • Don't dominate the conversation Allow your partner the opportunity to talk • In all parts, take the opportunity to show the examiner how good your English is Do this by using a wide range of vocabulary and grammar, and by speaking fluently and with good pronunciation • Keep talking until the examiner asks you to stop, and stay calm INTRODUCTION Preparation • Reading and Use of English ""C -, Partl "'C DI This part of the Reading and Use of English paper focuses on vocabulary such as collocations If words collocate, it means they are frequently used together -, -· DI r+ :::s Here are some exam ples: Noun+ noun: Verb+ noun: Adjective+ noun: Verb+ adverb: Adverb+ adjective: a close friend (not near)/ a blank sheet of paper (not empty) speak quietly (not silently)/ sleep deeply (not thoroughly) hugely enjoyable (not greatly)/ highly unlikely (not strongly) Make common collocations by combining a word from list A with a word or phrase from list B There are four each of the five types of collocation listed above act (verb) bitterly (adverb) eat (verb) fully (adverb) picture (noun) A tell (verb) attack aware belt frame friend hands television traffic briskly heavy (adjective) virtually (adverb) coffee cold mutual (adjective) shake (verb) seriously (adverb) healthily drive (verb) draw (verb) computer (noun) heart (noun) seat (noun) strong (adjective) B a bank statement (not record)/ a lawn mower (not cutter) take a photo (not make)/ clean your teeth (not wash) the curtains impossible soft (adjective) walk (verb) injured watch (verb) dangerously screen drink suspiciously the truth Use collocations from exercise to complete the gaps in these sentences a I arrived at work an hour late because of the on the motorway b I wore my thick coat because it was when I left home c It can damage your eyes if you spend too long staring at your d I try to by avoiding sugar and fatty foods e In many countries it's normal to when you meet someone f If you're very tired, can help you stay awake g h Road accidents are usually caused by people who He spoke so quickly that it was to understand what he was saying In a court of law, all witnesses should j You should always wear a when you're travelling in a car PREPARATION • READING AND USE OF ENGLISH • PART