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SECTION A. LISTENING (50 points)
Part 1. You are going to hear a talk. As you listen, fill in the missing information. For questions
1-15, write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS in the spaces provided. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to (1) ______ at every corner, maybe you've heard this advice before: "Be more confident." And most likely, this is what you think when you hear it: "If only it were that simple."
But what is confidence? Take the belief that you are valuable, worthwhile, and capable, also known as self-esteem, add in the (2) ______ that comes when you are certain of your abilities, and then empowered by these, (3) ______ to face a challenge head-on. This is confidence. It turns thoughts into action.
So where does confidence even come from? There are several factors that impact confidence.
One: what you're born with, such as your genes, which will impact things like the (4) ______ in your brain.
Two: how you're treated. This includes the social pressures of your environment.
And three: the part you have control over, the choices you make, the risks you take, and how you think about and respond to challenges and setbacks. It isn't possible to (5) ______ these three factors, but the personal choices we make certainly play a major role in confidence development.
So, by keeping in mind a few practical tips, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence.
Tip one: (6) ______. There are a few tricks that can give you an immediate confidence boost in the short term. Picture your success when you're beginning a difficult task something as simple as listening to music with (7) ______; it can promote feelings of power. You can even strike a powerful pose or give yourself a pep talk.
Tip two: believe in your ability to improve. If you're looking for a long-term change, consider the way you think about your abilities and talents. Do you think they are fixed at birth, or that they can be developed, (8) ______?
These beliefs matter because they can influence how you act when you're faced with setbacks. If you have a fixed mindset, meaning that you think your talents are (9) ______, you might give up, assuming you've discovered something you're not very good at. But if you have a growth mindset and think your abilities can improve, a challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow. (10) ______ supports the growth mindset. The connections in your brain do get stronger and grow with study and practice. It also turns out, on average, people who have a growth mindset are more successful, getting better grades, and doing better (11) ______ of challenges.
Tip three: (12) ______. Face it, you're going to fail sometimes. Everyone does. J.K. Rowling was rejected by twelve different publishers before one picked up "Harry Potter." The Wright Brothers built on (13) ______ at flight, including some of their own, before designing a successful airplane. Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are (14) ______ to respond to challenges and setbacks in a constructive way. They learn how to try different strategies, ask others for advice, and (15) ______.
So, think of a challenge you want to take on, realize it's not going to be easy, accept that you'll make mistakes, and be kind to yourself when you do. Give yourself a pep talk, stand up, and go for it. The excitement you'll feel knowing that whatever the result, you'll have gained greater knowledge and understanding. This is confidence.
Your answers:
Part 2. You will hear a recording a nutritionist called Penny Flack talking about the effects of health and diet in some countries around the world. For questions 16-20, decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
16. A quarter of Europeans and Americans are now said to be obese.
17. American politicians have been discussing how to tackle the causes and consequences of obesity.
18. High-fat cheese and meat is causing the French to become obese.
19. Heart disease is becoming more common in Japan and Greenland.
20. Scientists have discovered that a number of spices used in Indian cooking can improve brain health.
Your answers:
Part 3. You will hear a radio interview in which two young journalists – called Angus Brown and Yolanda Zouche – are talking about their work. For questions 21-25, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
21. In Yolanda’s opinion, what is the most challenging aspect of her job?
A. finding suitable images to accompany articles
B. trying to locate interviewees
C. expressing herself coherently within a tight word limit
D. working to demanding time constraints
SECTION A. LISTENING (50 points)
Part 1. You are going to hear a talk. As you listen, fill in the missing information. For questions
1-15, write NO MORE THAN THREE WORDS in the spaces provided. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
HOW TO BOOST YOUR CONFIDENCE?
When faced with a big challenge where potential failure seems to (1) ______ at every corner, maybe you've heard this advice before: "Be more confident." And most likely, this is what you think when you hear it: "If only it were that simple."
But what is confidence? Take the belief that you are valuable, worthwhile, and capable, also known as self-esteem, add in the (2) ______ that comes when you are certain of your abilities, and then empowered by these, (3) ______ to face a challenge head-on. This is confidence. It turns thoughts into action.
So where does confidence even come from? There are several factors that impact confidence.
One: what you're born with, such as your genes, which will impact things like the (4) ______ in your brain.
Two: how you're treated. This includes the social pressures of your environment.
And three: the part you have control over, the choices you make, the risks you take, and how you think about and respond to challenges and setbacks. It isn't possible to (5) ______ these three factors, but the personal choices we make certainly play a major role in confidence development.
So, by keeping in mind a few practical tips, we do actually have the power to cultivate our own confidence.
Tip one: (6) ______. There are a few tricks that can give you an immediate confidence boost in the short term. Picture your success when you're beginning a difficult task something as simple as listening to music with (7) ______; it can promote feelings of power. You can even strike a powerful pose or give yourself a pep talk.
Tip two: believe in your ability to improve. If you're looking for a long-term change, consider the way you think about your abilities and talents. Do you think they are fixed at birth, or that they can be developed, (8) ______?
These beliefs matter because they can influence how you act when you're faced with setbacks. If you have a fixed mindset, meaning that you think your talents are (9) ______, you might give up, assuming you've discovered something you're not very good at. But if you have a growth mindset and think your abilities can improve, a challenge is an opportunity to learn and grow. (10) ______ supports the growth mindset. The connections in your brain do get stronger and grow with study and practice. It also turns out, on average, people who have a growth mindset are more successful, getting better grades, and doing better (11) ______ of challenges.
Tip three: (12) ______. Face it, you're going to fail sometimes. Everyone does. J.K. Rowling was rejected by twelve different publishers before one picked up "Harry Potter." The Wright Brothers built on (13) ______ at flight, including some of their own, before designing a successful airplane. Studies show that those who fail regularly and keep trying anyway are (14) ______ to respond to challenges and setbacks in a constructive way. They learn how to try different strategies, ask others for advice, and (15) ______.
So, think of a challenge you want to take on, realize it's not going to be easy, accept that you'll make mistakes, and be kind to yourself when you do. Give yourself a pep talk, stand up, and go for it. The excitement you'll feel knowing that whatever the result, you'll have gained greater knowledge and understanding. This is confidence.
Your answers:
| 1. | 2. | 3. |
| 4. | 5. | 6. |
| 7. | 8. | 9. |
| 10. | 11. | 12. |
| 13. | 14. | 15. |
Part 2. You will hear a recording a nutritionist called Penny Flack talking about the effects of health and diet in some countries around the world. For questions 16-20, decide whether the following statements are true (T) or false (F). Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
EATING FOR HEALTH
16. A quarter of Europeans and Americans are now said to be obese.
17. American politicians have been discussing how to tackle the causes and consequences of obesity.
18. High-fat cheese and meat is causing the French to become obese.
19. Heart disease is becoming more common in Japan and Greenland.
20. Scientists have discovered that a number of spices used in Indian cooking can improve brain health.
Your answers:
| 16. | 17. | 18. | 19. | 20. |
Part 3. You will hear a radio interview in which two young journalists – called Angus Brown and Yolanda Zouche – are talking about their work. For questions 21-25, choose the answer (A, B, C or D) which fits best according to what you hear. Write your answers in the corresponding numbered boxes provided.
21. In Yolanda’s opinion, what is the most challenging aspect of her job?
A. finding suitable images to accompany articles
B. trying to locate interviewees
C. expressing herself coherently within a tight word limit
D. working to demanding time constraints
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