Read the following leaflet and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that

best fits each of the numbered blanks from 1 to 6.

There are a few reasons why first-year college students often gain weight. The most common
reason is that many college students just don’t eat right. However, it’s (1) _________ to know
that it’s really quite easy for students to avoid gaining weight.

Making the wrong choices

College kitchens serve many kinds of food. New students often gain weight because they are
choosing to eat (2) _________ of unhealthy food, especially when their parents are not around
to advise them on what they should eat. (3) _________ students also may buy snacks to eat
while they are studying. Furthermore, college students often have less time for walking,
running, and doing sports because they are busy with their schoolwork or other college
activities.

How to stay healthy

Here are a few ideas for staying healthy at college:
✔ Eat only when you are hungry, not when you're bored.
✔ Always eat at the dinner table and never in front of the TV or the computer.
✔ Choose water over sugary drinks.
✔ Try to (4) _________ your room regularly for some fresh air and exercise.
(5) _________ a deal with your friends to try and eat healthy food together. Walking, running,
and sports is always more fun with friends, too. Help each other eat right and stay fit, and you
can have a (6) _________.

Question 1.
A. encouraging
B. encouragement
C. encouragingly
D. encouraged

Question 2.
A. lack
B. degree
C. number
D. plenty

Question 3.
A. Each
B. Some
C. Others
D. The others

Question 4.
A. put up with
B. get out of
C. get on with
D. drop out of

Question 5.
A. Take
B. Keep
C. Book
D. Make

Question 6.
A. healthy year freshman
B. year healthy freshman
C. freshman healthy year
D. healthy freshman year

Read the following article and mark the letter A, B, C, or D to indicate the correct option that
best fits each of the numbered blanks from 7 to 12.

One problem that cities around the world have in common is litter. (7) _________ getting the
situation under control, in the UK, the government organises a national spring clean campaign
which takes place every year on the first day of spring. The aim is to (8) _________ the message
that local areas will be better places to live in if people work together to keep them clean.
Businesses and companies that sell fast foods are partly responsible (9) _________ the problem
and so they are hoping to persuade them to take part.

Studies (10) _________ by the organisation Keep Britain Tidy show that more than half the
population is guilty of dropping litter, leaving it to city councils to clean up the mess. This means
(11) _________ cash from fundamental areas, such as social care and housing. It’s been
calculated that more than £800 million every year is spent on cleaning city streets. The
government hopes to change people’s behavior by making dropping litter just as (12)
_________ as illegal parking.

Question 7.

A. In terms of
B. With a view to

C. In contrast to

D. In place of

Question 8.

A. discharge

B. express

C. convey

D. release

Question 9.

A. of

B. for

C. from

D. with

Question 10.

A. conducting

B. to conduct

C. which conduct

D. conducted

Question 11.

A. to diverting

B. to divert

C. divert

D. diverting

Question 12.

A. irresponsible

B.informal
C. unacceptable

D. unequal

Mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the best arrangement of utterances or sentences to make
a meaningful exchange or text in each of the following questions from 13 to 17.

Question 13.

a. In addition, Robo-Cops can even predict potential crime hotspots based on past incidents,
allowing authorities to take preventive measures.

b. This advanced software analyses large amounts of data quickly, helping investigators identify
patterns and track suspects more efficiently.

c. With these innovations, solving crimes has become faster and more accurate than ever
before.

d. It uses facial recognition and AI to match images with police and court records, making it
easier to solve cases.

e. Robo-Cops has become an essential tool for law enforcement in solving crimes.

A. e – d – c – b – a

B. e – c – a – d – b

C. e – b – d – a – c

D. e – a – d – c – b

Question 14.

Dear Mr. Thompson,

a. It would also be helpful if you could share real-life stories of how small efforts can lead to
significant change.

b. Many students are interested in getting involved, so proactive advice on starting their own
initiatives would be greatly appreciated.

c. Our school is organising a charity week, and we would be honoured if you could deliver an
inspiring talk to our students.

d. We hope you will consider this opportunity to motivate the next generation of changemakers.

e. As you have always been a voice for making a difference, we believe a discussion on the
impact of volunteer work and community support would be truly valuable.
Best regards,
Chris Adams

A. d – a – e – b – c
B. c – e – a – b – d
C. e – b – a – d – c
D. a – e – c – d – b

Question 15.
a. Sophie: I guess it would be exciting to travel without parents – as long as nothing goes wrong!
b. Sophie: Would you ever go on a holiday without your parents?
c. Jake: That’s part of the fun! You get to decide where to go and what to do.
d. Jake: Definitely! It sounds like an adventure and a chance to be independent.
e. Sophie: True, but planning everything alone could be stressful.

A. b-c-a-d-e
B. a-d-e-c-b

C.a-c-e-d-b
D. b-d-e-c-a

Question 16.
a. A good friend listens without judgment and often offers a new perspective on the situation.
b. Of course, not every problem has an immediate answer, but knowing someone genuinely
cares can be comforting.
c. This kind of support can make difficulties feel less overwhelming and even help in finding
solutions.
d. Not everyone finds it easy to share their problems, but talking to a close friend can be a great
relief.
e. In the end, opening up to a trusted person can strengthen the bond and make challenges
easier to face.

A. a – b – c – d – e
B. d – a – c – b – e
C. b – c – d– a – e
D. c – a – b – d – e

Question 17.
a. Emma: As long as you don’t spend more time posting than enjoying the moment!
b. Liam: I just like capturing memories, plus good lighting makes a difference.
c. Emma: You take so many selfies! What do you do with all of them?
A. a – b – c
B. b – c – a
C. a – c – b
D. c – b – a

Read the following passage about online fame and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate the
correct option that best fits each of the numbered blanks from 18 to 22.

Surely blogging or vlogging must be one of the easiest ways of making fame and fortune? All
you need is a computer and a hobby to talk about, don’t you? Well, although it looks simple,
being a success in the blogosphere (18) __________.

Kate Ross has been advising brands on how to work with bloggers and vloggers, and believes
that if you start a blog or vlog just to earn money, it isn’t going to work. Kate says you need to
be passionate about your topic and you need to provide your readers or viewers with
interesting content. (19) __________.

You also need to be aware that cash isn’t going to come rolling in overnight. Seventeen-year-old
Rosie Beau, who has a YouTube fashion channel, says her blog only started attracting the
attention of advertisers after she had put in months and months of unpaid work and built up a
big fan base. Combining her vlog with her law studies, (20) __________so that they have time
to do both things properly.

So, while the tabloid press often talk about situations where bloggers or vloggers, it is not really
isn’t the impact. The people who are successful have done well because they are hard-working
and passionate about what they do, and it is this dedication and passion (21) __________. The
press is only interested in them once they are in the public eye, but (22) _________

Question 18.

A. requiring more effort than it looks

B. is actually a lot more difficult than it seems
C. that proves to be more challenging than it seems
D. of which the complexity is greater than it appears

Question 19.

A. Without creativity, your vlog or blog could receive good feedback or attract subscribers
B. Failing to do that, potential subscribers may not leave good feedback on your vlog or blog
C. If you don’t show passion, it’s unlikely that viewers will bother watching or clicking subscribe
D. Only when your vlog or blog gets positive feedback are you able to attract subscribers

Question 20.
A. Rosie advises vloggers in the same position to plan carefully
B. other vloggers were in the same situation as Rosie should plan more carefully
C. a clear plan is vital for Rosie and other young people who wish to gain fame
D. the advice Rosie gives to vloggers in the same position helps them plan carefully

Question 21.

A. gained more subscribers and advertisers to them

B. of which the success in attracting subscribers and advertisers to them
C. that attract the subscribers and advertisers to them
D. increased the number of subscribers and advertisers to them

Question 22.

A. their constant effort and dedication stemmed from their current celebrity status
B. they have attributed relentless dedication and hours of work to their reputation
C. their fame has been earned, combining untiring effort and hard work
D. they have achieved their celebrity status through hours and hours of hard work

Read the following passage about festivals around the world and mark the letter A, B, C or D
to indicate the correct answer to each of the questions from 23 to 30.

There are wonderful festivals all over the world! In Lima, Peru, there’s a huge food festival called
Mistura in the spring. It’s been taking place every year since 2008. It’s become the biggest food
festival in South America. Mistura means mixture, and the festival celebrates all the different
kinds of food and drink from Peru. There’s street food from the capital, traditional food like
potatoes, chili, and corn, and other vegetables from the countryside. You can try a delicious
soup, called chilcano, made from chicken and nuts, or ceviche, made from raw fish mixed with
onions, lime juice, and other seasonings.

You can also experience food in restaurants or you can buy amazing food from the market and
eat it outdoors. The festival continues for more than a week, a good people sing and dance, as
well as enjoy delicious food and drink.

Mistura is all about food, but in Korea there’s a festival to celebrate… mud! The Boryeong Mud
Festival has been taking place every summer since 1998, and it’s becoming more and more
popular. Mud from the beach near Boryeong is beneficial to the skin, so the festival was started
to tell everyone about it.

Now the festival has something for everyone. You can throw yourself around in cold, wet mud in
a mud pool, and paint mud all over your body. There’s also the “mud bucket challenge”, in
which buckets of mud are poured over people! If you go to the Boryeong Mud Festival, you can
be sure of something – you’ll get very muddy!
Question 23.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an ingredient in ceviche?

A. tomatoes
B. lemons
C. nuts
D. raw fish

Question 24.

The word “celebrates” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to

A. performs
B. follows
C. accepts
D. highlights

Question 25.

The word “it” in paragraph 2 refers to

A. market
B. food
C. festival
D. soup

Question 26.

Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?

The Boryeong Mud Festival has been taking place every summer since 1998, and it’s becoming
more and more popular.

A. Each summer from 1998 onwards, the Boryeong Mud Festival has occurred. Its popularity has
reached a peak.
B. Since 1998, the popular Boryeong Mud Festival has been held occasionally during the
summer.
C. The Boryeong Mud Festival has been held every summer since 1998, gradually attracting
more visitors each year.
D. Starting in 1998, the annual Mud Festival is the most popular summer event in Korea.

Question 27.

The word “beneficial” in paragraph 3 is opposite in meaning to

A. normal
B. similar
C. harmful
D. helpful

Question 28. Which is the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Taking part in the Boryeong Mud Festival, visitors often throw mud at others.
B. As a big festival in South America, Mistura introduces food from most of the world.
C. The “mud bucket challenge” is a completely new part of the Boryeong Mud Festival.
D. Buckets are filled with mud and poured over people in a fun festival activity.

Question 29.

In which paragraph does the writer mention the duration of a festival?

A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4

Question 30.

In which paragraph is the writer explicit about how the festival provides different ways for
participants to enjoy it?
A. Paragraph 1
B. Paragraph 2
C. Paragraph 3
D. Paragraph 4

Read the following passage about the BYOD trend and mark the letter A, B, C or D to indicate
the correct answer to each of the questions from 31 to 40.

A trend known as Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) has swept across countless universities and
institutions. The idea is that technology can allow students to access online learning tools and
interactive resources: students will no longer sit passively in the lecture hall but instead will be
engaging with complementary material online. While supplying enough technology so that all
students can access virtual learning environments is too costly, building a network that allows
them to use online resources via their personal devices is less of a financial burden. The practice
also allows students to use technology that they’re familiar with, according to Jason Lodge,
lecturer in higher education in learning futures at Griffith University in Brisbane.

Lodge admits that the BYOD trend does have a number of problems. His biggest concern? It
encourages students to use technology during teaching time. “[I] Students’ own devices are
likely to include all the applications they use on a regular basis. [II] This cannot be controlled like
it can be with computers provided by the institution.” Tim Cappelli, a senior project manager at
Manchester Medical School, disagrees. He explained: “[III] 93% of our students said they prefer
to use their iPads for accessing social networks. [IV] I’m surprised it’s not higher. Are they doing
this in lectures? Probably. But is this any different from me reading a novel at the back of the
lecture theatre, or doodling on my notepad, when I was a student?” However, of course, the
difference is that iPads offer a multitude of distractions far exceeding those of a novel or a biro.

A study by Professor Larry Rosen, at California State University, found that people could only
focus on a given task for six minutes before utilising some form of technology. This of course is
particularly problematic at universities, where deep, analytical thinking is highly valued. The
other aspect which causes concern is the issue of compatibility. Students utilise a multitude of
laptops, mobiles and tablets, all of which may have different operating systems. Consequently,
lectures and seminars can be disrupted by students being unable to make everything work
properly. Not only does this take up valuable time to sort out, but most professors lack the
specialised knowledge to resolve these issues.

While technology is undoubtedly changing the way students learn, there’s still some way to go
before students’ mobile and tablet habits are seamlessly interwoven into the classroom
environment. Professor Steven Furnell, head of Plymouth University’s School of Computing and
Mathematics, points out another possible outcome of these habits: overreliance on students to
supply their own devices could result in a situation of the “haves” and “have nots” amongst the
student population.

(Adapted from Grammar and Vocabulary for First and First for Schools)

Question 31.
According to paragraph 1, which of the following is NOT stated as a feature of the BYOD trend?
A. It allows students to use technology they know very well.
B. It allows students to have access to virtual learning tools.
C. It enables students to engage with complementary online materials.
D. It ensures that all students engage in lessons independently.

Question 32.
The word “burden” in paragraph 1 is closest in meaning to
A. advantage
B. demand
C. influence
D. significance
Question 33.
Where in paragraph 2 does the following sentence best fit?
The major downside of BYOD is the potential for distraction.

A. [I]
B. [II]
C. [III]
D. [IV]

Question 34.
The word “they” in paragraph 2 refers to
A. applications
B. universities
C. problems
D. students

Question 35.
Which of the following best summarises paragraph 3?
A. A study revealed that university students struggle with focus, and using different devices in
universities causes technical issues that all professors are unable to solve.
B. Students struggle with focus, and technical issues in universities arise due to a lack of
specialist knowledge from professors.
C. Research shows students get distracted by technology use, and device compatibility issues in
universities waste time, disrupting lectures and seminars.
D. A study revealed that all university students struggle with focus, contributing to the fact that
they themselves struggle to solve the compatibility issues of their devices.

Question 36.
Which of the following best paraphrases the underlined sentence in paragraph 3?
Not only does this take up valuable time to sort out, but most professors lack the specialised
knowledge to resolve these issues.

A. Taking up valuable time to fix, these issues are unable to be resolved since most professors
lack the specialised knowledge to solve them.
B. If professors had specialised knowledge, students wouldn’t waste valuable time dealing with
technical problems during lectures.
C. Not only does fixing these problems take time, but most professors don’t have the expertise
to handle them.
D. Were professors trained in specialised technical skills, the time wasted on resolving device
compatibility issues would be significantly reduced.
Question 37.
The word “interwoven” in paragraph 4 can be best replaced by
A. revised
B. adopted
C. integrated
D. addressed

Question 38.
Which of the following is TRUE according to the passage?

A. Students’ ability to think deeply and critically will be enhanced if allowed to use technology in
the classroom.
B. Tim Cappelli is at loggerheads with Jason Lodge over the potentially harmful impact of the
BYOD trend.
C. Professor Larry Rosen’s research showed that students’ attention span is indirectly linked to
the excessive use of technology in universities.
D. The pros of building a network that enables all students to use online resources on their own
devices outweigh its cons.

Question 39.
Which of the following can be inferred from the passage?

A. Reliance on students bringing their own devices will create educational inequalities that
remain insoluble.
B. The BYOD trend will create a more inclusive learning environment where all students have
equal access to technology.
C. Allowing students to have access to technology during lectures will always result in higher
rates of distraction.
D. Educational institutions may need to find alternative ways to ensure equal access to
technology among students.

Question 40.
Which of the following best summarises the passage?

A. BYOD improves virtual learning access, but distractions and financial barriers remain, while
professors struggle with technology, and students’ shortened attention spans make deep
thinking in universities impossible.
B. BYOD enables learning with personal devices, though distractions, technical issues, and
financial disparities persist; while professors and universities are still working to address by
equipping professors with technical knowledge.
C. The BYOD trend allows students to use familiar technology for learning, but concerns include
distractions, device compatibility, financial inequalities, and professors’ inability to resolve
technical issues in the classroom.
D. The use of personal devices for learning offers greater convenience, yet issues including
compatibility and access inequality make integration into the classroom environment
challenging.