SECTION 1 Questions 1–14
Read the text below and answer Questions 1–7.
The History and Benefits of Bread
Here are some frequently asked questions about the history and benefits of bread:
When did people begin making bread?
Bread has been made for thousands of years. Early forms were likely simple flatbreads produced from crushed grains and water. Archaeological evidence suggests that people were baking bread long before large agricultural societies were fully established.
How did bread spread across different regions?
As farming developed, bread became a staple food in many cultures. Different grains, ovens, and baking methods led to a wide variety of breads in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. Later trade also helped spread ingredients and baking techniques.
How is bread traditionally made?
Traditional bread-making usually begins by combining flour, water, and often yeast or another raising agent. The dough is mixed, kneaded, left to rise in many recipes, and then baked. Some breads are flat and require no rising time at all.
What are the health benefits of bread?
Bread can provide carbohydrates for energy as well as fibre, vitamins, and minerals, especially when whole grains are used. Wholegrain bread may support digestion and help people feel full for longer. However, some breads contain high amounts of salt or sugar.
Questions 1–7
Do the following statements agree with the information given in the text?
In boxes 1–7 on your answer sheet, write
TRUE if the statement agrees with the information
FALSE if the statement contradicts the information
NOT GIVEN if there is no information on this
1.
Early bread was probably made from crushed grains and water.
2.
Bread only appeared after large agricultural societies were fully developed.
3.
Bread became an important food in many different cultures.
4.
All traditional breads require yeast.
5.
Traditional bread-making may involve kneading and baking dough.
6.
Wholegrain bread may help people stay full for longer.
7.
Every type of bread is low in salt and sugar.
Stylish Water Bottles
Online customer reviews
A. Ruby
I recently bought a stainless-steel bottle for work, and I’m very pleased with it. The finish looks smart, it arrived on time, and the packaging kept it perfectly safe. The bottle also keeps water cool for much longer than I expected.
B. Jamal
I use this bottle both at the gym and at my desk, so I needed something practical for two different situations. It is easy to carry, doesn’t leak, and has a comfortable grip. The only small problem is that the lid can feel a little stiff after a full day of use.
C. Meilin
The bottle itself works well, but the blue colour was noticeably darker than it looked in the online photos. I was disappointed by that difference. Still, the material feels strong and the shape fits well in my bag pocket.
D. Isaac
This travel bottle has been excellent on hiking trips. It is light, easy to clean, and the clip makes it simple to attach to my backpack. I didn’t expect to use that feature so often, but it has been really helpful.
E. Freya
I bought two bottles because I couldn’t decide between the matte black and the pale green versions, and in the end I kept both. The only issue is that the cleaning brush included in the box is a little shorter than I expected, so it doesn’t quite reach the bottom easily.
Questions 8–14
Look at the five online customer reviews of water bottles, A–E.
For which review are the following statements true?
Write the correct letter, A-E, in boxes 8–14 on your answer sheet.
NB, You may use any letter more than once.
8.
The colour of the bottle did not match the website image.
9.
The customer was pleased with the delivery and packaging.
10.
The bottle is useful in two different everyday situations.
11.
The bottle is described as especially useful for hiking.
12.
The customer mentioned one extra item was shorter than expected.
13.
The customer ended up keeping two items they bought.
14.
The customer found one part slightly stiff after long use.
SECTION 2 Questions 15–27
Read the text below and answer Questions 15–21.
The Benefits of Painting
Painting is a creative activity that can bring a variety of benefits. It can support emotional well-being, improve practical skills, and encourage new ways of thinking.
Creativity
Painting gives people the opportunity to experiment with colour, shape, and style. This can strengthen imagination and help individuals express ideas in new ways.
Relaxation
Many people find painting calming because it allows them to focus on one task at a time. This concentration can reduce stress and provide a break from everyday worries.
Observation
Painting often requires close attention to detail, light, and proportion. This can improve observation skills and make people more aware of the world around them.
Confidence
Completing a piece of artwork can give a sense of achievement. Over time, practice helps people feel more confident in their ability to create and improve.
Patience
Painting takes time, especially when techniques need to be practised repeatedly. This helps develop patience and persistence.
Questions 15–21
Complete the sentences below.
Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 15–21 on your answer sheet.
15.
Painting can strengthen imagination and help people express .
16.
Concentrating on painting may reduce .
17.
Painting can improve observation skills and attention to .
18.
Finishing a painting can create a sense of .
19.
Practice can help people feel more in their ability.
20.
Repeating techniques helps develop patience and .
21.
Painting encourages people to notice the world them.
Teamwork Skills
Working effectively with others is valuable in school, work, and many everyday situations. Here are some ways to strengthen teamwork skills:
Communication
Team members need to share information clearly and listen carefully to each other. Good communication reduces confusion and helps tasks move forward smoothly.
Cooperation
Teamwork requires people to support one another and contribute fairly. When responsibilities are shared, work is often completed more effectively.
Respect
Strong teams value different opinions and treat members politely. Respectful behaviour helps create trust and encourages everyone to participate.
Flexibility
Plans may need to change during group work. Being willing to adapt helps teams respond to challenges without losing progress.
Reflection
Looking back at how a team worked can reveal what was successful and what could be improved. This supports stronger teamwork in the future.
Questions 22–27
Complete the notes below.
Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 22–27 on your answer sheet.
Tips for Building Teamwork Skills
Tips for Building Teamwork Skills
- Good communication helps reduce 22 .
Cooperation:
- Share 23 fairly.
Respect:
- Value different 24 and treat others politely.
Flexibility
- Be willing to adapt when 25 change.
Reflection
- Reviewing teamwork shows what was 26 .
- It can also show what could be 27 .
SECTION 3 Questions 28–40
Read the text.
The Development of Maps
A
People have created maps for thousands of years to understand and represent the world around them. Early maps were often simple drawings that focused on local land, rivers, or routes rather than accurate global geography.
B
As travel and trade increased, mapmaking became more detailed. Civilisations developed ways to measure distances, record coastlines, and describe important places. Maps became more useful for navigation and administration.
C
Later, new scientific ideas improved map accuracy. Better measurements of the Earth and advances in mathematics helped mapmakers create more reliable representations of large regions and oceans.
D
Printing made maps easier to copy and distribute. As a result, maps became available to more travellers, governments, and businesses. They played an important role in exploration, trade, and education.
E
Today, digital mapping tools allow users to view places instantly, calculate routes, and receive real-time updates. Although modern maps are highly advanced, they still serve the same basic purpose of helping people understand location and movement.
Questions 28–32
The text has five sections, A–E.
Choose the correct heading for each section from the list of headings below.
Write the correct number, **i-viii**, in boxes 28–32 on your answer sheet.
List of Headings
i. Printing helps maps reach more people
ii. Early local maps and simple representations
iii. Digital maps replace all traditional purposes
iv. More detailed maps for travel and trade
v. Scientific improvements increase accuracy
vi. The end of exploration and navigation
vii. Why early maps were useless
viii. Modern digital mapping tools
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Section A
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Section B
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Section C
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Section D
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Section E
Questions 33–37
Complete the summary below.
Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the text for each answer.
Write your answers in boxes 33–37 on your answer sheet.
The evolution of maps
Early maps often showed local land, rivers, or 33 . As trade increased, mapmakers recorded coastlines and important 34 more carefully. Later, improvements in mathematics helped create more reliable 35 of large areas. Printing made maps easier to copy and 36 . Today, digital tools can calculate routes and provide real-time 37 .
Questions 38–40
Choose the correct letter, A, B, C or D.
Write the correct letter in boxes 38–40 on your answer sheet.
38. What does the writer say about early maps?
39. The writer mentions that printing was important because it
40. What would be the best subtitle for this text?