The purpose of the first paragraph is to... 1) provide an example of negative life perception. 2) make you reflect on your attitude to life. 3) emphasize the importance of journal writing. 4) focus on the positive side …

Which is NOT discussed in the article as an outcome of an optimistic attitude? 1) Fighting a sad mood. 2) Lengthening a person’s life. 3) Overcoming everyday pressure. 4) Improving relationships. Which is NOT discussed …

The phrasal verb lean toward in “tend to lean toward one of these thinking patterns” (paragraph 4) is closest in meaning to... 1) repeat. 2) learn. 3) prefer. 4) develop. The phrasal verbleantowardin “tend to lean towar…

According to the article, how can optimism help people succeed? 1) Expecting good things to happen actually brings the good. 2) By shifting the focus from your skills to lucky chances. 3) By making you feel more confide…

It is implied in the text that when things go wrong optimists... 1) avoid finding fault with themselves. 2) focus on short - term solutions. 3) analyze personal failures. 4) think about what they did wrong. It is implie…

What is the author’s advice on acquiring optimistic thinking? 1) Read motivational quotes daily. 2) Say “thank you” to people around you. 3) Ask questions about your failings. 4) Recognize your achievements. What is the…

At the end of the article the author tries to... 1) suggest ways to become more positive. 2) share her experience of optimistic practices. 3) encourage readers to write down emotions. 4) give examples of language of gra…

Why is taking a gap year going out of fashion, according to Beth Adams? 1) It is boring. 2) It is quite expensive. 3) It is too long. 4) It is pointless. Why is taking a gap year going out of fashion, according to Beth …

Deferring in Paragraph 2 most probably means … 1) rejecting. 2) delaying. 3) getting. 4) choosing. Deferringin Paragraph 2 most probably means …; rejecting.; delaying.; getting.; choosing.;

Which advantage of a gap year is NOT mentioned in the text? 1) Understanding what you want. 2) Experiencing a different culture. 3) Becoming better at languages. 4) Having a rest and getting new impressions. Which advan…

Such individuals in Paragraph 4 (“It’s a common misconception that such individuals immediately go abroad …”) refers to … 1) interns and part - time workers. 2) young people with sufficient funds. 3) students having suf…

Which statement about Elena Ricci’s experience is FALSE? 1) She had a vision of her future job. 2) She worked abroad for some time. 3) She worked for a firm for a short time. 4) She is satisfied with her experience. Whi…

What is the danger of taking a gap year, according to the text? 1) Risk of losing important skills. 2) Having a career in the field you dislike. 3) Misunderstanding on the part of employers. 4) Impossibility of further …

The author advises that students should … 1) study on a master’s programme. 2) copy what other people do. 3) follow their own route. 4) try working after graduation. The author advises that students should …; study on a…

Why do many students need part - time jobs? 1) To pay student loans. 2) To be independent of parents. 3) To buy expensive stuff. 4) To cover their living expenses. Why do many students need part - time jobs?; To pay stu…

These in Paragraph 3 (“These will be at least minimum wage …”) refers to … 1) jobs on campus. 2) university open days. 3) part - time jobs outside the uni. 4) volunteer work. Thesein Paragraph 3 (“These will be at least…

What is the danger of working flexible hours? 1) A low salary. 2) Irregular communication. 3) An unstable income. 4) An unreliable employer. What is the danger of working flexible hours?; A low salary.; Irregular commun…

Weary in Paragraph 8 most probably means … 1) distracted. 2) extremely tired. 3) totally disgusted. 4) very bored. Wearyin Paragraph 8 most probably means …; distracted.; extremely tired.; totally disgusted.; very bored.

Which statement summarising the advice given in the text is FALSE? 1) Avoid jobs that take up most of your time. 2) Inform your boss of your timetable. 3) Study before you work and get tired. 4) Work at night to study d…

According to Juan Garcia, part - time employment gives students a higher chance to … 1) earn more money. 2) find a job when they graduate. 3) graduate with higher marks. 4) develop necessary skills. According to Juan Ga…

The author of the article aims to … 1) advise on how to balance work and study. 2) highlight the disadvantages of part - time work. 3) explain how to find a part - time job. 4) persuade students to take up a job. The au…

How is New Year in Russia different from other places, according to the text? 1) It is a bigger holiday than Christmas. 2) It is celebrated with close relatives. 3) New Year parties are usually noisier. 4) People go to …

What does the author NOT advise foreigners to do? 1) Choose presents for hosts carefully. 2) Take an extra pair of home shoes. 3) Ask your hosts questions about traditions. 4) Get ready to speak about your culture. What…

What is the worst thing to do on New Year’s eve? 1) Go to bed early. 2) Wear old clothes. 3) Watch fireworks. 4) Borrow money. What is the worst thing to do on New Year’s eve?; Go to bed early.; Wear old clothes.; Watch…

The word iconic in Paragraph 4 (“… for iconic beautiful views of the fireworks …”) is closest in meaning to … 1) popular. 2) memorable. 3) marvellous. 4) well - known. The wordiconicin Paragraph 4 (“…for iconic beautifu…

The author thinks that New Year decorations in Russia are … 1) suitable. 2) strange. 3) stylish. 4) cheap. The author thinks that New Year decorations in Russia are…; suitable.; strange.; stylish.; cheap.

What is implied by the author’s comparison of Russia with Vienna? 1) Vienna is better decorated than Russia. 2) Russian people love classical music. 3) The author prefers European countries. 4) There are more Christmas …

What is the author’s overall impression of Russia on New Year’s eve? 1) It is very noisy. 2) It is definitely worth visiting. 3) It is too cold in wintertime. 4) The major cities are nice. What is the author’s overall i…

What are people sure to experience when coming to stay in a different country, according to the author? 1) Both good and bad emotions. 2) Language barrier. 3) Confusion. 4) Loneliness. What are people sure to experience…

The author believes that going to a foreign country without knowing its language is … 1) hard. 2) useful. 3) stupid. 4) common. The author believes that going to a foreign country without knowing its language is …; hard…

It is implied that your communication skills are … when you live abroad. 1) improved naturally 2) challenged 3) more effective 4) often ignored It is implied that your communication skills are … when you live abroad.; i…

According to the author, expressing emotions in the Russian culture … 1) is untypical of many people. 2) differs depending on circumstances. 3) is forbidden in public places. 4) is similar to the American culture. Accor…

The author thinks that compared to the USA, in Russian universities … 1) final exams are more difficult. 2) education process is more centralized. 3) teachers are more professional. 4) students could disregard some clas…

“It” in “… Russians make up for it by hosting …” (paragraph 7) refers to the … 1) variety of student clubs. 2) social networking. 3) student activities. 4) quality of academic buildings. “It”in “… Russians make up for i…

What is the main idea expressed in the last paragraph? 1) The adaptation period to a foreign culture depends on an individual. 2) Living in Russia for a long time is rather challenging for foreigners. 3) The longer you …

The author thinks that choosing a college should depend on … 1) food served there. 2) workout facilities. 3) classes and food. 4) healthy campus habits. The author thinks that choosing a college should depend on…; food …

Which of the following is NOT true about college eating, according to the author? 1) Food choices in college can determine your future nutrition. 2) Most students lack fruit and vegetables in their diet. 3) More senior …

In the author’s view, the Healthier Campus Initiative was started to … 1) study what meals colleges offer nationwide. 2) draw parents’ attention to students’ eating habits. 3) work with obese students and their parents.…

According to the article, college applicants nowadays … 1) are more concerned about college meal options. 2) are less intelligent than in the author’s time. 3) prefer colleges that offer wellness scholarships. 4) mostly…

The phrase take heed in “Therefore, take heed, colleges and universities” (Paragraph 6) is closest in meaning to … 1) pay attention. 2) stay back. 3) take time. 4) keep calm. The phrasetake heedin “Therefore, take heed,…

The author is using a reference to a famous proverb “An apple a day keeps a doctor away” (Paragraph 7 – An apple a year will keep no doctor away) to emphasize that … 1) your health depends on the food you eat. 2) it is …

The main goal of the article is to … 1) discuss the reasons for obesity and chronic diseases. 2) call the readers’ attention to the importance of college food. 3) explain what colleges should do to attract more students…

The author decided to spend a holiday in the Highlands to … 1) ride an exclusive train. 2) spend some time on his own. 3) get away from the busy capital. 4) see what the Highlands are known for. The author decided to sp…

It in Paragraph 3 (and a lake running alongside it) refers to the … 1) lakeshore. 2) street. 3) shop. 4) church. Itin Paragraph 3 (and a lake running alongside it) refers to the …; lakeshore.; street.; shop.; church.

Which statement about the author’s fishing experience is FALSE? 1) His fishing skills slowly improved. 2) His attempts to catch something were useless. 3) The experience was quite satisfying. 4) The guide showed him how…

Unassuming in Paragraph 4 (My meal was unassuming but tasty) most probably means … 1) heavy. 2) healthy. 3) modest. 4) inexpensive. Unassumingin Paragraph 4 (My meal was unassuming but tasty) most probably means …; heav…

Hikers behaved strangely because they were … 1) attacked by insects. 2) performing a ritual. 3) impressed by the Highlands. 4) having an argument. Hikers behaved strangely because they were …; attacked by insects.; perf…

What did the author NOT see at the museum? 1) Old textiles. 2) Magic stones. 3) Parts of weapons. 4) Ancient charms. What did the author NOT see at the museum?; Old textiles.; Magic stones.; Parts of weapons.; Ancient c…

How can the author’s weekend experience be described? 1) Thought - provoking. 2) Eye - opening. 3) Time - consuming. 4) Pressure - free. How can the author’s weekend experience be described?; Thought - provoking.; Eye -…

According to paragraph 1, video games are seen by adults as a(n) … 1) integral part of life. 2) shameful delight. 3) individual activity. 4) part of culture. According to paragraph 1, video games are seen by adults as a…