For the Cambridge English 2015 exa 111 F i r s t Simon Haines MASTE~LASS Barbara Stewart Simon Haines Barbara Stewart • Ca Lis I First MASTE~LASS Student's Book with Online Practice OXFORD UNIVERSITY PRESS Contents Part 1 - Multiple-choice cloze p15 Part 1 - Conversation with interlocutor p17 Part 5 - Multiple choice p12 Pronunciation: Sentence stress p17 Word building p12 Part 7 - Multiple matching p22 Part 2 - Sentence Part 2 - Individual long turn p27 Part 2 - Open cloze p25 completion p31 Pronunciation: Sentence stress p27 Part 3 - Word formation p30 Adjective prefixes: extra, Phrasal verbs: turn p22 hyper, over, under p31 Part 6 - Gapped text p38 Part 4 - Multiple Part 3 - Collaborative task p41 choice p34 ....... ·i ·Part 5 - Multiple choice p46 Part 3 - Multiple Part 2 - Individual long turn p53 , Collocations with have and take p47 matching p50 P~rt 2 '-- Open cloze p49 Pronunciation: Part 4 ....: Key word transformation Stressed syllables p50 p52 .· ;Part 7 - Multiple matching p58 Part 4 - Multiple Parts 3 & 4 - Collaborative task (Part 3) & :.Part'-3 - Word formation p62 choice p63 Discussion on topics of collaborative task (Part 4) p65 Pronunciation: Opinion language p65 Pa_rt 6 - Gapped text p74 . P~rt 2 - Sentence:.,:, Parts 3 & 4 - Collaborative task (Part 3) & .... ct>mpletion p70 ... '·"''' Discussion on topics of collaborative task C/I c: Personal q~alitiesfiJ7;ct,, (Part 4) p73 ..Q..) ' Pronunciation: Linking words p73 c: 0 Part 5 - Multiple choice p82 Part 1 - Multiple Part 3 - Collaborative task p87 u Part 1 - Multiple-choice cloze choice p89 Pronunciation p87 p88 Part 6 - Gapped text p100 Part 3 - Multiple Part 2 - Individual long turn p97 so and such p100 matching p94 Part 5 - Multiple choice p106 Part''4•::'.::"i\1uitipfo Part 1 - Conversation with interlocutor p112 Word building p107 choice,p113 Pronunciation: Intonation in sentences p112 Tr~vel. collocations p1:J,3 '. Part 7 - Multiple matching p118 Part 2 - Sentence Part 2 - Individual long turn p122 Parts 2 & 4 - Open cloze (Part 2) completion p124 & Key word transformation (Part 4) p121 Part 6 - Gapped text p130 Part 1 - Multiple Parts 3 & 4 - Collaborative task (Part 3) & choice p136 Discussion on topics of collaborative task (Part 4) p134 Collocations with say, speak, talk and tell p134 Confusing verbs: hope, wait, expect, look forward to p134 Showing you are listening p134 Question tags p135 Pronunciation: Sentence intonation p135 Part 7 - Multiple matching p142 Part 3 - Multiple,., Parts 1, 2, 3 & 4 - Conversation with Crime vocabulary p142 matching p146 • . interlocutor (Part 1), Individual long turn (Part 2), Collaborative task (Part 3) and Discussion on topics of collaborative task (Part 4) p147 Extra material p153 Grammar reference p158 Overview of exam tips p175 Writing guide p178 Audioscript p185 2 Part 1-Essay p18 Modal verbs of obligation p11 Parts of the body p16 p20 Present tenses p14 Seeing verbs p16 Adverbs p14 can/ be able to and other ability .P hrasal·v erbs p29 structares p24 Comparative!5and superlatives p26 Part 1 - Essay p54 The future p48 Phrasal verbs with bring p51 p56 Linking words p55 Part 2 - Open cloze p48 Words with several meanings p51 Future continuous and future perfect p49 bound to / likely to p49 Past time p60 p'a''•'v'''••e••• I••• •p·••<hH,f, asat;-\/erbs p6J ! ! Par.t.4 -!Sey W()rdtransf9rmation >Wards often confusElcl p64c ' ... Exlrf!m~ ~djedivi:isp64 ' Part 2 - Letter p90 Passive verbs p84 Sports vocabulary p86 p92 Formal vocabulary p91 have / get something done p85 Word p91 Part 2 - Open cloze p85 ' Reporting-statements p95 1 Compouncthouns Reporting questions p95 Pronunciation: Time references p95 , noyns p9EJ.i Other references p95 · Word torrtration. p~~ ! Reporting functions p96 Part 4 - Key word Part 2 - Review p126 Wishes and regrets p120 Adjective suffixes p123 p128 Evaluative adjectives p127 I'd rather and it's time p 120 Part 3 - Word formation p123 Compound adjectives p125 Pronunciation: Compound adjectives p125 Conditionals 0, 1 and 2 p132 Positive or negative?pi37 Conditional 3 p132 Mixed conditionals p133 unless, as long as, provided that p133 Part 4 - Key word transformation p133 3 About First Masterclass This fully-updated and revised edition of First Masterclass provides material which gives prospective candidates appropriate preparation and practice for the 2015 Cambridge English: First exam. The material in this course also provides opportunities for candidates to develop their English on a broader level for success in the real world beyond the exam. The units in this Student's Book contain practice of exam-type tasks for all the parts of each paper in the exam. Vocabulary and grammar at a B2 level are developed throughout the course, with the latter being supported by the Grammar reference section (page 158). The Writing guide (page 178) further supports preparation for the Writing paper. The Online Practice (unique access code on the card at the back of this book) contains exercises which build on and extend the language and skills covered in the Student's Book. It includes: skills-training exercises for all the task types in the exam exam practice tasks for each part of the four papers in the exam, including speak-and record tasks • *Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary search box • *feedback on your answers. ~ a.> ,>_ (*Available if your te'acher sets assignments from your Online Practice 'with help' or with (L) self-study use.) > 0 E The access code for your Online Practice also gives access to a full Cambridge English: xro First online practice test. (L) "'O We hope you enjoy using First Masterclass to help you to prepare for the Cambridge i:::: ro English: First exam. i:::: .0.. . About the exam Cambridge English: First exam tests English at Level B2 on the CEFR scale. The exam u ::s consists of four papers covering all four skills and it also tests understanding of the "'O ..,0_. . structure of English. The Cambridge English: First certificate is proof of the fact that a candidate has a B2 level of English. i:::: For more information about the exam go to www.cambridgeenglish.org 4 About the papers Reading and Use of English This paper consists of 7 parts and takes one hour 15 minutes. In Parts 1-4, candidates are tested on their knowledge of the structure of English with a focus on vocabulary and grammar, while Parts 5-7 include longer texts with related comprehension tasks focusing on reading skills. This paper includes 52 questions in total. Task type Number of questions and What you do What it tests marks Part 1 Multiple-choice cloze 8 questions; 1 mark each Choose one word from Accuracy with vocabulary a set of four options to including knowledge of I complete the gaps in a phrasal verbs, idioms, and short text. collocations. Part 2 Open cloze 8 questions; 1 mark each Think of a single word that Knowledge of grammar best fits each of the eight in context, as well as gaps in a short text. vocabulary. Part 3 Word formation 8 questions; 1 mark each Use a given root word to Accuracy in word building, form another word that fits including compound words, appropriately in a gapped prefixes and suffixes. text. Part 4 Key word transformation 6 questions; up to 2 marks There are six unrelated Control of a wide range of each sentences each followed structures, vocabulary and by a single word and a collocation. ::i gapped sentence. Use the -r-T. word given to complete the c0 . c: gapped sentence so that n it means the same as the rT 0 first sentence. ::i QI Part 5 Multiple choice 6 questions; 2 marks each Answer each question Understanding of a text, :c:i. about a long text by including detail, purpose, (x1) choosing one option from a opinion, gist, implication, QI 3 set of four. main idea, meaning 0 from context and text < organization features. :-(1-:.). Part 6 Gapped text 6 questions; 2 marks each Choose sentences to Understanding of how texts (1) :E complete a long gapped are structured, including text. cohesion and coherence. Part 7 Multiple matching 10 questions; 1 mark each Match ten prompts to Ability to locate detail or elements in a long text or specific information and several short texts. understand opinion and implication. Remember! · Read and follow all instructions carefully. • Read each text through quickly before doing the related tasks. If there is a question you can't answer, don't waste time worrying about it. Go on to the next question. • You will not have time to read all texts in detail, and it isn't necessary. Skim and scan texts for answers where possible. Find more tips for the Reading and Use of English paper on page 175. 5 Writing This paper takes one hour 20 minutes and consists of two parts. In Part 1, you must answer the question, which is always an essay. In Part 2, you must choose one of three questions. These may include articles, letters or emails, reports and reviews. Each task carries equal marks. Task type Number of words What you do What it tests Part 1 Write an essay using the 140-190 words Read the context and task Ability to give opinions and ideas given and an idea of instructions. Write your reasons for your opinion your own. answer, making sure you in a clearly structured use all the notes given and piece of writing in an that you give reasons for appropriate register. The your opinion. range and accuracy of your grammar and vocabulary, and whether you have answered the question. Part 2 Choose one question from 140-190 words Read the task instructions Ability to produce a clearly questions 2-4. These can and write your answer. structured piece of writing include an article, a letter in an appropriate style for or email, a report or a the intended reader. The review. range and accuracy of your grammar and vocabulary, ~ and whether you have Q) >.... answered the question. Q) > 0 Remember! • Spend a few minutes making a simple plan for each piece of writing. Decide on an E re appropriate style, layout and organization. Think about the content of paragraphs and x Q) the language you will use, e.g. verb tenses. Keep your plan in mind while writing. "O c: Don't spend more than half the time on your first answer. re c: • Make sure you answer all the points in the question appropriately. 0 :;; • Check your writing by reading it through. Try to hear your own voice and 'listen' for (,) ::s mistakes. Check grammar, spelling, and punctuation. ".O.. .0.. . Find more tips for the Writing paper on page 176 . c: 6 Listening This paper consists of four parts and takes about 40 minutes. The recorded texts may include the following: Single speakers: answerphone messages, public announcements, anecdotes, lectures, news reports, radio programmes, stories, talks. Two or more speakers: conversations, discussions, interviews, radio plays. The speakers will have a variety of accents. Background sounds may be included before the speaking begins to provide contextual information. Candidates are given time to read through the questions after they listen to the instruction. They also have five minutes at the end to transfer their answers to the answer sheet. They hear each recording twice. There are 30 questions in this paper. Task type Number of questions and What you do What it tests marks Part 1 Multiple choice 8 questions; 8 marks Listen to eight short Understanding of detail, unrelated extracts. For each gist, feeling, attitude, one, answer a question by purpose, agreement choosing one option from a between speakers. set of three. Part 2 Sentence completion 10 questions; 10 marks Listen to one monologue Ability to identify detail, and complete each of the specific information and ten sentences with a word opinion of the speaker. ::I r...t. or short phrase from the 0 c. monologue. c: n Part 3 Multiple matching 5 questions; 5 marks Listen to five short Ability to identify main !:!: monologues with a common points, detail, gist, 0 ::I theme or link. Match each purpose, attitude, opinion QI ::I speaker to one of eight and feeling. c. options. CxD QI Part 4 Multiple choice 7 questions; 7 marks Listen to an interview or Ability to identify main 3 discussion (two speakers) idea, gist, attitude, 0 < and answer each of the opinion, detail and specific C..D, questions by choosing one information. $. CD option from a set of three. ~ Remember! Listen carefully to the instructions on the recording. • Try to predict as much as you can about the recording from the questions on the question paper, before you listen. • Don't panic if you don't understand much the first time. • Answer all the questions, even if you are not sure of your answer. Find more tips for the Listening paper on page 176. 7 Speaking This paper consists of four parts and takes approximately 14 minutes. There are normally two candidates and two examiners. One examiner just listens and assesses, while the other assesses, gives instructions and talks to the candidates. You will be assessed on: - Accurate use of grammar, and range and use of vocabulary - Pronunciation - Interactive communication Discourse management Task type Timing What you do What it tests Part 1 Interview 2 minutes Answer the examiner's Ability to interact in general questions about personal in social situations. information Part 2 Individual 'long turn' 4 minutes Speak individually for Ability to speak at length, one minute about two express opinions, describe photographs you are given and compare. and give a 30-second response to questions about your partner's photos. 3: Q) Part 3 Two-way conversation 4 minutes You are given written Ability to interact with >.... prompts to discuss with another speaker, give and Q) > your partner for two ask for opinions and justify 0 E minutes according to the them, speculate, make l>t<J examiner's instructions. suggestions and work Q) This is followed by a one- towards a decision with "'C c: minute decision-making your partner. ltJ c: task. 0 :µ Part 4 Follow-up discussion 4 minutes Answer questions related to Ability to give opinions and u ::s the topic of the Part 3 task justify them, speculate and "..0'..C.. . that the examiner asks. agree or disagree with your partner. c: Remember! At first, the examiner will ask you a few general questions about yourself. This is to help you relax. • In Part 2, when you are given the pictures, don't spend too long talking about the physical details. Move on to the theme of the pictures. • Don't dominate the conversation. Allow your partner the opportunity to talk. • In all parts, take the opportunity to show the examiner how good your English is. Do this by using a wide range of vocabulary and grammar, and by speaking fluently and with good pronunciation. Keep talking until the examiner asks you to stop, and stay calm. Find more tips for the Speaking paper on page 177. 8 Appearance and identity O.l u u ro O....,l O.l :::l n ro O.l :::l 0.. 0.. ro :::l r-t- rt '< Introduction 1 Look at the photos. Which people do you think are being 3 Work with a partner. Now, take turns to describe the people described in the statements below? in the photos. Use the language in italics in 1 and the language below. She looks rather cheeky. I'd imagine he's very confident. Modifiers: a bit extremely fairly not at all quite rather really very She's probably quite easy-going. Adjectives: cheerful friendly good-natured honest I reckon he's really moody. insecure outgoing reserved sensitive She could be fairly shy. serious sociable sophisticated trustworthy 2 Underline the adjectives in 1. Circle the modifiers. 4 Which people in the photos would you ... Example: She looks@ cheeky. • invite to a party? • tell a secret to? lend money to? • ask for advice? 9