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C1 Advanced Reading and Use of English

Last updated about 3 years ago
29 questions
1. Read the instructions carefully.
2. Submit the exam when it is ready
3. Bear in mind the time limit
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25 My brother _______ much now as he did when he was younger.

26. The old bus station is _______ with a new one.

27. The number of students now at university is _______ been, apparently.
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28. I think the Fishen's new album is _______ their previous one.

29. Anna got the job _______ of experience in public relations.

30. Max received a _______ at night without any lights from the police officer.
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What problem regarding colour does the writer explain in the first paragraph?

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What is the first reason the writer gives for the lack of academic work on the history of colour?

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The writer suggests that the priority when conducting historical research on colour is to

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In the fourth paragraph, the writer says that the historian writing about colour should be careful

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In the fifth paragraph, the writer says there needs to be further research done on

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An idea recurring in the text is that people who have studied colour have

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Which reviewer has a different opinion from the others on the confidence with which de Botton discusses
architecture?

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Which reviewer shares reviewer A’s opinion whether architects should take note of de Botton’s ideas?

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Which reviewer expresses a similar view to reviewer B regarding the extent to which architects share
de Botton’s concerns?

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Which reviewer has a different view to reviewer C on the originality of some of de Botton’s ideas?

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Which consultant makes the following statements?

47 Keep your final objective in mind when you are planning to change jobs. _______

48 It takes time to become familiar with the characteristics of a company you have joined. _______

49 You should demonstrate determination to improve your job prospects. _______

50 Make sure your approach for information is positive in tone. _______

51 It is not certain that you will be given very much support in your job initially. _______

52 Stay optimistic in spite of setbacks. _______

53 Promotion isn’t the only way to increase your expertise. _______

54 Ask for information about your shortcomings. _______

55 Some information you are given may not give a complete picture. _______

56 It will be some time before you start giving your employers their money’s worth. _______