PRZYKŁADOWY EGZAMIN Z JĘZYKA ANGIELSKIEGO
POZIOM C1
PAPER ONE: LISTENING (14 points) – see ANSWER SHEET
PAPER TWO : READING (33 points)
PART ONE
You are going to read an extract from a magazine article. For questions 15 – 22, choose the answer A,B,C or D which you
think fits best according to the text.
Keeping an eye on the kids
Something new is happening in this Cornish town. And as the saying goes, ‘new is not necessarily better’ - especially
if you are a Cornish teenager under 16 years of age. Through the use of a pioneering plan, which to some reeks of prejudice,
the local authorities and police officials hope to cut down the number of youths out on the streets at night. It is thought that
by doing this, many of the crimes committed by young people will be prevented.
The scheme involves a curfew - a set time when youths must be off the streets and in the warmth and safety of their
own homes. For any unsupervised youngsters under sixteen, the bell tolls at nine o’clock sharp. And for all those under ten,
the witching hour is spot on eight. The curfew is being enforced by patrols of police officers in the Redruth area. In order to
collect any damning evidence that might come to hand, many of the police are equipped with Orwellian-like head cameras. If
a hoodie-wearing young delinquent gets the not-so-bright idea of spray painting a wall or overturning a rubbish skip, an
officer will more than likely be there filming it. Of course, the film footage will then be used in a court of law as proof of the
young hooligan’s crime.
If an underage child is spotted breaking the specified curfew, officials may respond in several ways. Firstly, the
parents of the young offender will be contacted and told that they are failing in their duties as responsible parents and that
they must ensure that their children abide by the curfew. If that warning fails to bring results, police will call in the social
services or housing officials. Either of these two groups may then take formal legal action against the family which could
result in parents having to receive counselling or guidance sessions.
In the past, curfews have done what they were supposed to, specifically get kids off the streets. Dispersal zones
were set up under what is known as the Anti-Social Behaviour Act of 2003. This piece of legislation dictates that groups,
(groups being defined as ‘two or more individuals’) may be asked to move on if their mode of behaviour has or may have
caused anybody alarm, fear or distress. Human rights activists, however, would like to know just who it is that decides what
actually constitutes ‘alarm, fear or distress’. After all, people differ, and what may alarm one person may leave another
totally unaffected. This could lead to innocent young people out enjoying the long summer evenings being picked on for no
good reason.
Not surprisingly, then, it seems that the new programme, aptly codenamed Operation Goodnight, has set off a
furious debate. Local councillors welcome the scheme, saying that, although the majority of parents in the area behave
responsibly, that is not enough. They say that all parents must be persuaded to be more informed about the whereabouts of
their children at all times of the day and night. They believe that only in this way will the community be a safer place for
everyone.
On the other side of the coin, many locals feel that the teenagers are being robbed of a very important right. Some
residents argue that not all teenagers are the same and every effort should be made to remember this fact. They feel that if
youths are treated as if each and every one of them is a potential criminal, attitude problems will increase. The Redruth legal
officer complains that many of the police treat every young person as a suspect. He says that while the police have every
right to get involved if a real problem should arise, they must use better judgement before challenging young people simply
because they are out for an evening stroll.
15.
According to the writer, what is the desired outcome of the plan?
A
a reduction in prejudice against teenagers
B
a reduction in criminal activity
C
the establishment of a new scheme
D
an increased police presence on the street at night
16.
The writer says that teenagers will be unaffected by the scheme if
A
they are older than ten.
B
they are with an adult.
C
D
they are with other teenagers.
there are police patrolling in their area.
17.
What unacceptable activities does the writer mention in regard to teens?
A
the clothes they choose to wear
B
a lack of respect shown towards officers
C
acts of vandalism towards police equipment
D
the destruction of public property
18.
What does the writer state may happen if a child breaks the curfew?
A
Social services will be contacted immediately.
B
The child will be sent to see a counsellor.
C
Parent will be advised of their responsibilities.
D
Police will arrest the child.
19.
What is the writer’s attitude towards the Act of 2003?
A
He believes it is effective.
B
He thinks it could result in unfairness.
C
He considers it to be rather distressing.
D
He feels that it is too strict on teens.
20.
What does ‘this way’ (paragraph 5) refer to?
A
an increase in awareness
B
a change in children’s behaviour
C
an improvement of a programme
D
a rise in a scheme’s popularity
21.
What concern does the writer highlight about the scheme in the final paragraph?
A
that it may increase crime rates, not reduce them
B
that teenagers may be wrongly accused of crimes
C
that it may cause teenagers to be viewed wrongly
D
that it may take up too much police time
22.
What was the writer’s main purpose in writing the passage?
A
to show how teenagers are being unfairly treated
B
to encourage parents to behave more responsibly
C
to present a balanced view of a new scheme
D
to act as a spokesperson for officials and police
Match the underlined words and phrases (23 – 27) to their meaning in the text; there are MORE meanings than you need.
23.to reek
24.a delinquent
25.to abide by
26.to pick on
27.aptly
A) to laugh and make fun of someone
B) incorrectly
C) to accept and be guided by
D) appropriately or suitably
E) to be suggestive of something unpleasant or undesirable
F) to refuse to accept something unpleasant
G) to be associated with something desirable
H) to treat somebody unfairly by blaming, criticising or punishing them
I) a young person who regularly does illegal or immoral things
PART TWO
You are going to read extracts from an article containing information about eight National Parks in the USA. For questions
28 – 42, choose from the extracts (A – H). The extracts may be chosen more than once.
In which extract are the following mentioned?
The wildlife in this area is different from that seen elsewhere. 28……
The walks here can be difficult but not because of their length. 29……
Scientific observations are carried out here. 30……
This park has witnessed a difficult period in history. 31……
You should make a point of visiting this park before one of its special features has disappeared.
Although this is considered an easy area to walk in, hikers still need to come prepared. 33……
32……
This park used to be a hunting ground. 34……
Visitors like to come here at dawn. 35……
A feature in this park got its name from an item of clothing worn by an imaginary character.
You are unlikely to feel alone in this area. 37……
There are no places where visitors can stay overnight in this park. 38……
The park owes its status to an important figure in American history. 39……
The rock formations here resemble a certain area of a city. 40……
Local people are making efforts to keep their history alive. 41……
It’s possible to cover a lot of ground here in one day. 42……
36……
US NATIONAL PARKS
The United States National Parks stand as the natural wonders of the North American continent.
A
Acadia National Park: Cadillac Mountain
Acadia National Park holds a symbolic place because its mountain peaks are the first places to experience sunlight every single day in the
United States. In order to enjoy this spectacle, hikers walk two miles to the top of Cadillac Mountain. From this height, there are stunning
views around the Atlantic coast. If you arrive early enough, you might be lucky enough to witness the ceremony of the Wabanaki
honouring the sun. This particular ceremony is symbolic of the Native American tribe’s efforts to reclaim and strengthen their heritage.
B
Arches National Park: Park Avenue
Anyone who comes to this park will receive a lesson in geology. These natural sandstone arches and towers make one feel like they were
planned to resemble Park Avenue in New York, hence the site’s name. Walking round the area you will enjoy sights of rock pools, animal
footprints and some sagebrush. The Park Avenue Hike is considered an easy one by the rangers but visitors are still advised to bring hats,
water and supplies. With the right pace, hikers can finish walking around the area in one hour.
C
Badlands National Park: Sheep Mountain Table
Prior to colonization by modern day Americans, tribes of the Lakota and the Sioux Nation used the Badlands as hunting grounds for bison
and other herd animals. The Battle of Wounded Knee took place in this region. It was the last conflict of its kind and is an event
remembered to this day. To enjoy the Badlands, travel southwards to the Sheep Mountain Table and keep going until you reach the end of
the ridge where you will see some extraordinary rock formations.
D
Channel Island National Park: Inspiration Point
These unspoilt islands compose the Channel Island group and each of them hosts an ecology of 150 animal species which are not found in
any other location in the world. The harbour fox makes these islands its home and the waters surrounding them are roaming grounds for
blue whales. The point got its name thanks to its inspiring beauty, a beauty so remarkable that a group of poets meet there every month to
discuss their works. To get to the islands, you need to take and hour’s boat ride. Unfortunately, camping, especially overnight, is not
permitted. The boat will wait for you until you’ve had your fill of nature.
E
Crater Lake National Park: Watchman Peak
The Crater Lake National Park is a large volcanic rock formation on the tip of the Cascade range in southern Oregon. According to experts
the cataclysm that caused this was the eruption of a volcano called Mount Mazama some 7,700 years ago. The eruption was so violent that
the mountain’s walls collapsed forming the crater that holds the national park. Hike up the mountain to Watchman’s Peak where a lookout
tower has been monitoring volcanic activity since the 1930s. In the middle of the lake, there is an island called Wizard Island because it has
the shape of a wizard’s hat.
F
Denali National Park: Sable Pass
One of Alaska’s natural best kept secrets, Denali National Park hosts one of the most interesting long hikes in the North American
continent. Since the sun does not set in the area until midnight, you can make considerable progress on a single hike. The sights in this
particular walk up to and through Sable Pass include grassy terrain containing willow brush. Once you cross Igloo Creek, Cathedral
Mountain comes into view. Hiking through the pass is never a solitary experience even when undertaken on your own as many animals
inhabit the area you will be walking in. Prepare to share space with moose, sheep, wolf, caribou and grizzly bear.
G
Glacier National Park: Hidden Lake
Experts predict that the glaciers responsible for the beauty of Glacier National Park are melting away. Before much longer not a trace of
these glaciers will be left which is considerably sooner than previously predicted. So do your best to take advantage of the park’s views
now while they are still there. A hike to the park’s Hidden Lake is particularly recommended. This walk is relatively short, around 2
kilometres, but has a few challenging sections. Speak with the ranger before going on the trail as grizzly bears are known to cross it once in
a while.
H
Yosemite National Park: Sentinel Dome
In 1864 President Abraham Lincoln drafted a resolution that Yosemite Valley was to be preserved for the public. Thanks to him the rapids,
geological stone formations and the sequoia towering over the area have been saved. Today, people meet around Glacier Point, easily the
most famous spot, to enjoy amazing views of the park. However, for a less crowded destination that offers a 360 degree panorama of the
features of Yosemite, the Sentinel Dome is a viable alternative. From the top of the hill, you will be able to see the famous rock formations
known as the Half Dome and El Captain as well as the Yosemite Falls.
Match the underlined words (43 – 47) to their meaning in the text; there are more meanings than you need.
43. heritage
44. a pace
45. to collapse
46. a trace
47. to draft
A) the speed at which something happens or is done
B) to order the construction of something
C) a small sign that shows that someone or something was present or existed
D) the weather conditions prevailing in an area
E) the traditional beliefs, values, customs etc of a family, country, or society
F) to explode with fire and noise
G) to prepare a preliminary version of (a document)
H) something remembered from the past
I) to fall down suddenly because of pressure
PAPER THREE : USE OF ENGLISH (43 points)
PART ONE : WORD FORMATION
Use the words given in capitals at the end of some of the lines to form a word that fits in the gap in the same line.
THE TERRACOTTA ARMY
One of the most famous (48)……….…. finds in the world must be
the Terracotta Army. The clay figures that guard the tomb of the first
Chinese emperor, Qin Shihuangdi, were actually found (49)…………………….
by Chinese peasants while digging a well. Further (50)……………………. were
carried out and it was shown that they had been placed around the tomb after
Qin Shihuangdi’s (51)……………………. .
Qin Shihuangdi came to power at the age of thirteen and during his reign there
were three attempts to (52)……………………. him. This may explain why, despite
being such a young age, he had begun making arrangements for an underground
tomb to be built for his (53)……………….. . Included in these plans were,
of course, the (54)……………………. that made up the army.
The figures guarding the tomb were made with (55)………………… attention to detail –
each one has a face that is unmistakable and individual. In fact, it is believed that each
one has the (56)……………………. of a real soldier. For more than two thousand years,
these amazing figures have kept a (57)……………………. watch over the tomb.
(48) ARCHAEOLOGY
(49) ACCIDENT
(50) EXCAVATE
(51) BURY
(52) ASSASSIN
(53) DIE
(54) WAR
(55) CREDIBLE
(56) LIKE
(57) CONTINUE
PART TWO : OPEN CLOZE
Read the text and think of the word which best fits each gap. Use only ONE word :
A short history of tattooing
Tattoos, (58)…… some people call ‘body art’, have become more and more popular in recent years. In (59)…… of the
pain caused by having a needle make hundreds of holes in their skin, millions of people who vary widely in age and
background are nowadays having their bodies decorated with ink (60)…… all kinds of ways.
Many of today’s young people, (61)…… parents were the first generation to experiment with tattoos, see it as a way
of expressing their individuality, and in (62)…… to do this, they are constantly looking for new styles and designs. Owing
(63)…… this increasing demand, tattoo studios have appeared in many towns and villages.
Although people tend to think of it as a modern practice, tattooing has in fact been around for a long time. There is
evidence of tattoos being worn in Siberia over 4,000 years ago, as (64)…… as in Ancient Egypt at that time, and it is thought
to have existed in Japan 10,000 years ago. Even so, it was not until (65)…… late 18th century, when Captain James Cook
sailed to Polynesia, that Europeans took an interest. It was on the island of Tahiti, where tattooing had an important role in
society, that Cook and his crew first saw tattooed men and women, and (66)…… of that, the English word comes from the
Tahitian word tatau. Ever since then, sailors have had tattoos done, often (67)…… show the distant places they have visited.
PART THREE : TRANSFORMATIONS
Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first one. Do not change the word given. You must
use between two and six words.
68. John hasn’t played golf for years.
TIME
The ………………………………………........ golf was years ago.
69. Someone saw Ben throw an envelope in the rubbish bin.
WAS
Ben ………………………………………........ an envelope in the rubbish bin.
70. Perhaps he took the train to work this morning.
He ………………………………………........ the train to work this morning.
MAY
71. It’s a pity I missed your graduation.
I ………………………………………........ your graduation.
WISH
72. ’You should be more careful’, she told him.
She ………………………………………………………………………… more careful.
ADVISED
PART FOUR : MULTIPLE CHOICE – GRAMMAR
Choose the right form A, B, C or D :
73. Kim looked tired this morning because she …… all night.
A) had studied
B) studied
C) had been studying
74. I have stopped …… horror films because they gave me nightmares.
A) to watch
B) watching
C) watch
75. Mary talks as if she …… everything.
A) know
B) knew
C) is known
76. Never …… a greater day in the history of mankind.
A) was there
B) did there be
C) there was
77. If she …… the medication yesterday, she wouldn’t be ill again.
A) took
B) had taken
C) has taken
D) was studying
D) was watching
D) will know
D) were there
D) would have taken
PART FIVE : MULTIPLE CHOICE – VOCABULARY
Read the text and decide which word A,B,C or D best fits each space.
Over the past thirty years or so, the methods used for collecting money from the (78)…… to aid the developing world have
changed out of all recognition, along with the gravity of the problem (79)……, and the increasing awareness among the
population that something must be done. At the beginning of this period, it would have been (80)…… to put money in a
collecting box, perhaps on the street or at church, or to receive a small ‘flag’ to wear in the lapel. The 1960s saw the
development of shops which sold second-hand goods, donated by the public, and which also began to sell articles
manufactured in the developing world in projects (81)…… by the parent charity, to guarantee a fair income to local people.
The next development was probably the charity ‘event’, in which participants were sponsored to run, cycle, swim or what
have you, and collected money from friends and relatives according to how far or long they (82)…… to keep going. The first
hint of what was to become the most successful means of (83)…… money was the charity record, where the artists donated
their time and talent, and the proceeds from sales went to a good cause. This was perhaps a reflection of the fact that young
people felt (84)…… concerned about the obvious differences between life in Europe and the United States, and that in most
of Africa and Asia, and this (85)…… was reflected in songs, besides being clearly shown on television. The problems were
becoming hard to avoid, but a feeling of frustration was building (86)…… . Why was so little being done? The huge success of
Band Aid, and subsequent televised concerts, reflected the (87)…… of the media, and of music in particular, but also differed
in style (88)…… other events. People phoned up in their thousands on the day and pledged money by quoting their credit
card numbers. After all, if you have enough money to buy CDs and a stereo player, you can (89)…… something for the world’s
(90)…… children.
78)
79)
80)
81)
82)
83)
84)
85)
A)
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A)
A)
A)
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A)
A)
publicity
met
true
organise
managed
borrowing
it
being
B)
B)
B)
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B)
B)
B)
B)
public
wished
common
running
could
rising
increasingly
concern
C)
C)
C)
C)
C)
C)
C)
C)
citizenship
find
usually
set up
able
spending
less
worrying
D)
D)
D)
D)
D)
D)
D)
D)
nationality
faced
commonly
establish
accustomed
raising
this
problems
86)
87)
88)
89)
90)
A)
A)
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A)
up
mass
than
waste
famine
B)
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B)
off
ability
to
add
underdeveloped
C)
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C)
C)
through
style
from
deposit
starving
D)
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out
power
unlike
afford
own
PRZYKŁADOWY EGZAMIN Z JĘZYKA ANGIELSKIEGO
POZIOM C1
KARTA ODPOWIEDZI
PAPER ONE: LISTENING (14 points)
PART ONE
You will hear three different extracts. For questions 1—6, choose the answer (A, B or C) which fits best according to what
you hear. There are two questions for each extract.
Extract 1
You hear two people discussing a book on how to do well in an interview.
1.According to the man, what is the most useful aspect of the book?
A
the examples it uses
B
the advice it gives
C
the clear organisation of points
2.What is the woman most concerned about?
A
The book is useless for people who already have a job.
B
Readers will copy the techniques given in the book.
C
The author is unknown in the business community.
Extract 2
You hear part of an interview with a businessman called Nigel Frame.
3.What is Nigel’s opinion of people who are ambitious?
A
He appreciates their precision.
B
He wonders whether they motivate their colleagues to work harder.
C
He thinks they are often careless in their work.
4.How does he feel about the people who work for him?
A
proud of their performance
B
satisfied about their relationship with him
C
grateful for their commitment
Extract 3
You hear two people talking about their work situations.
5.Why did the woman decide to leave her company?
A
Her colleagues advised her to do so.
B
Her salary was unsatisfactory.
C
Her opportunities for promotion were limited.
6.What do the two speakers agree about?
A
You should tell your boss if you are unhappy.
B
Once a job has become boring, it’s time to leave.
C
It’s best to change jobs frequently.
PART 2
You will hear a travel report on the radio about the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, in northern Spain. For questions 7-14,
complete the sentences.
The plans for building the museum faced some (7) ………………………………………………………… when first proposed.
The museum has turned Bilbao into an important (8) ………………………………………………………… .
The town has undergone significant (9) ………………………………………………………… since the museum was built.
The museum reminds many people of a (10) ………………………………………………………… .
The appearance of the museum changes depending on the (11) ………………………………………………………… .
Some people visit the museum only to look at the (12) ………………………………………………………… .
There are wonderful (13) ………………………………………………………… from the museum.
The local people are now extremely (14) ………………………………………………………… of the museum.
PAPER TWO : READING (33 points)
PART ONE
15…… 16…… 17…… 18…… 19…… 20…… 21…… 22……
23…… 24…… 25…… 26...... 27......
PART TWO
28…... 29.….. 30…... 31.….. 32…... 33.….. 34…... 35…... 36.….. 37.….. 38.….. 39…… 40.….. 41.….. 42…...
43.….. 44.….. 45…... 46.….. 47…...
PAPER THREE : USE OF ENGLISH (43 points)
PART ONE : WORD FORMATION
48……………………………………….…………………………..
49……………………………………….…………………………..
50……………………………………………………………………
51……………………………………………………………………
52…………………………………………………..……………….
53……………………………………………………………………
54…………………………………………………..……………….
55……………………………………………………………………
56…………………………………………………..……………….
57……………………………………………………………………
PART TWO : OPEN CLOSE
58………………………….. 59..………………………… 60………………………….. 61………………………….. 62…………………………..
63………………………….. 64………………………….. 65………………………….. 66………………………….. 67…………………………..
PART THREE : TRANSFORMATIONS
68. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
69. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
70. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
71. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
72. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
PART FOUR : MULTIPLE CHOICE – GRAMMAR
73……….
74……….
75……….
76……….
77………
PART FIVE : MULTIPLE CHOICE – VOCABULARY
78……….
79………
89….......
90…......
80………
81………
82…..….
83…..….
84…......
85…......
86…..….
87…......
88…......
PRZYKŁADOWY EGZAMIN Z JĘZYKA ANGIELSKIEGO
POZIOM C1
KLUCZ
PAPER ONE: LISTENING (14 points)
PART ONE
1.A 2.B 3.C 4.A 5.C 6.A
PART TWO
7.opposition 8.tourist destination 9.expansion 10.ship 11.weather 12.interior design 13.(river) views
14.proud
PAPER TWO : READING (33 points)
PART ONE
15.B 16.B 17.D 18.C 19.B 20.A 21.C 22.C
23.E 24.I 25.C 26.H 27.D
PART TWO
28.D 29.G 30.E 31.C 32.G 33.B 34.C 35.A 36.E 37.F 38.D 39.H 40.B 41.A 42.F
43.E 44.A 45.I 46.C 47.G
PAPER THREE : USE OF ENGLISH (43 points)
PART ONE : WORD FORMATION
48.archaeological, 49.accidentally, 50.excavations, 51.burial, 52.assassinate, 53.death, 54.warriors, 55.incredible, 56.likeness,
57.continuous/continual
PART TWO : OPEN CLOZE
58.which, 59.spite, 60.in, 61.whose, 62.order
63.to, 64.well, 65.the, 66.because, 67.to
PART THREE : TRANSFORMATIONS
68. last time John played
69. was seen to throw
70. may have taken
71. wish I hadn’t missed
72. advised him to be
PART FOUR : MULTIPLE CHOICE – GRAMMAR
73.C 74.B 75.B 76.A 77.B
PART FIVE : MULTIPLE CHOICE – VOCABULARY
78.B 79.D 80.B 81.C 82.A 83.D 84.B 85.B 86.A 87.D 88.C 89.D 90.C
PUNKTACJA : 90 – 83 bardzo dobry / 82 – 76 plus dobry/ 75 – 68 db / 67 – 61 plus dostateczny / 60 – 46 dostateczny