Read text given below. Choose the most suitable heading from the list (A-F) for each part (1-4) of the article. There are two extra headings which you do not need to use.

(1).....

Most business travellers would turn up their noses at the idea of not travelling because of a simple cold. But colds, sinusitis and inner ear infections all block the tubes which connect each ear with the throat, and reduced cabin pressure in aeroplanes could cause considerable pain or even a burst eardrum. To find out if the tubes are clear, a simple test can be done on the ground. Try to make your ears pop by holding your nose shut and blowing gently. If your ears do not pop, you may be in for a miserable flight.

(2).....

Apart from problems with the ears, cabin pressure is unfairly blamed for a lot of in­flight problems. If you feel breathless on board, the cause is more likely to be nervousness than lack of oxygen. Dr Peter Barrett of Medical Advisory Services to Travellers Abroad (MASTA) says that even when air pressure is reduced by half there is still enough oxygen to breathe comfortably.

(3).....

To be on the safe side, take some exercise while flying. Wander around the cabin now and then, and stretch your muscles as often as possible to avoid cramp. It's also a good idea to raise your legs in order to increase circulation and prevent the problem of swollen feet and ankles. Use the f ootrest or, if there isn't one, rest your feet on a piece of hand luggage.

(4).....

Jetlag is another problem that affects many regular travellers. This can be blamed on crossing different time zones rather than the actual journey. Jetlag can cause travellers to feel tired and confused for days after a long flight; sleeping during the flight is the best prevention. If you have trouble sleeping on board a plane, it is a good idea to take a mild sleeping pill - but try the drug at home first to make sure it doesn't make you feel worse when you wake up. Long journeys by air are never comfortable, but travellers who follow the right advice can at least make travelling a pleasant, rather than an exhausting, experience.

A Giving your ears a break.

B In-flight eating.

C Exercise on board.

D Myths about moisture.

E Time zone trouble.

F A case of nerves.

► II. Writing

Read the text given below. Decide which answer (A, B, C or D) best fits each gap (1 -8).

Oxford

Some people say that Oxford is the most attractive city in England. Whether this is

(1)...... or not, it is certainly worth a visit. It is also ideal for a day (2)............. from London,

as there are regular trains and buses at fifteen-minute (3)............. which only take about an

hour to get there.

You should (4)..... plenty of time to visit Oxford's unique and varied range of historic

attractions.

What is probably of most (5).. to the visitor is the famous University with its dif­-
ferent colleges. You can (6)......... several of these elegant historic buildings in a day, as

the majority of them are within a walking distance of one another. Many of the oldest

and most remarkable colleges are centrally (7).........., and most are open to visitors in the

afternoon. It is a good idea to check before visiting, (8)..........., as opening days and times

vary.

1.	A real	B genuine	C honest	D true
2.	A trip	B travel	C journey	D voyage
3.	A gaps	B breaks	Cintervals	D spaces
4.	A allow	B permit	C agree	D let
5.	A attention	B notice	C interest	D curiosity
6.	A look round	B see through	C find out	D check up
7.	A placed	B located	C addressed	D positioned
8.	A yet	B despite	C however	D although

Write an email to your English-speaking friend about the meeting you are going to organize. Include the following information:

• the approximate time and place of the meeting;

• the topic of a discussion;

• the information your friend is to prepare.

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► III. Speaking

Holidays are the time to spend with friends and family.

• What is your favourite holiday?

• How do your family and friends celebrate this holiday with you?

• Do you have any special traditions you share with your family?

Examination Card #8

► I. Reading

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