Questions 11 and 12

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO problems with some training programmes for new runners does Liz mention?

A. There may be a danger of serious injury. B. They may not suit people in particular age groups. C. They may not be appropriate for people with health conditions. D. Some people may find it hard to stay motivated. E. They may not provide personal guidance.

Questions 13 and 14

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO tips does Liz recommend for new runners?

A. Train twice a week. B. Run in the evening. C. Run with a friend. D. Listen to music while running. E. Run very slowly.

Questions 15-18

What reason prevented each of the following members of the Compton Park Runners Club from joining until recently?

Write the correct letter, A, B or C, next to questions 15-18.

Reasons

A. a lack of confidence

B. a dislike of running

C. a lack of time

15. Ceri SelectA. a lack of confidenceB. a dislike of runningC. a lack of time 15

16. James SelectA. a lack of confidenceB. a dislike of runningC. a lack of time 16

17. Leo SelectA. a lack of confidenceB. a dislike of runningC. a lack of time 17

18. Mark SelectA. a lack of confidenceB. a dislike of runningC. a lack of time 18

Questions 19 and 20

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

19. What does Liz say about running her first marathon?

A. It was something she had always wanted to do. B. Her husband encouraged her to take part. C. She almost stopped before finishing.

20. Liz says new runners should sign up for a race

A. every six months. B. after they have completed several practice runs. C. within only a few weeks of starting running.

Questions 21-25

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

21. Kieran thinks the packing advice given by Jane’s grandfather is

A. common sense. B. difficult to follow. C. too protective.

22. How does Jane feel about the books her grandfather has given her?

A. They are not worth keeping. B. They should be passed to a collector. C. They are personally meaningful to her.

23. Jane and Kieran agree that hardback books should be

A. displayed where people can see them. B. given to visitors as gifts. C. designed in a more attractive way.

24. While talking about taking a book from a shelf, Jane

A. describes common mistakes people make. B. remembers an important childhood incident. C. explains why some books are easier to remove.

25. What do Jane and Kieran suggest about new books?

A. Their parents liked giving them as presents. B. They would like to buy more of them. C. They are not affordable for everyone.

Questions 26-30

Where does Jane’s grandfather keep each of the following types of books in his shop?

Choose FIVE answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-G, next to questions 26-30.

Location of books

A. near the entrance

B. in the attic

C. at the back of the shop

D. on a high shelf

E. near the stairs

F. in a specially designed space

G. within the café

26. rare books SelectA. near the entranceB. in the atticC. at the back of the shopD. on a high shelfE. near the stairsF. in a specially designed spaceG. within the café 26

27. children’s books SelectA. near the entranceB. in the atticC. at the back of the shopD. on a high shelfE. near the stairsF. in a specially designed spaceG. within the café 27

28. unwanted books SelectA. near the entranceB. in the atticC. at the back of the shopD. on a high shelfE. near the stairsF. in a specially designed spaceG. within the café 28

29. requested books SelectA. near the entranceB. in the atticC. at the back of the shopD. on a high shelfE. near the stairsF. in a specially designed spaceG. within the café 29

30. coursebooks SelectA. near the entranceB. in the atticC. at the back of the shopD. on a high shelfE. near the stairsF. in a specially designed spaceG. within the café 30

Questions 31-40

Complete the notes below.

Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Tree planting

Reforestation projects should:

• include a range of tree species
• not include invasive species because of possible 31 with native species
• aim to capture carbon, protect the environment and provide sustainable sources of 32 for local people
• use tree seeds with a high genetic diversity to increase resistance to 33 and climate change
• plant trees on previously forested land which is in a bad condition, not select land which is being used for 34

Large-scale reforestation projects

• Base planning decisions on information from accurate 35.
• Drones are useful for identifying areas in Brazil which are endangered by keeping 36 and illegal logging.

Lampang Province, Northern Thailand

• A forest was restored in an area damaged by mining.
• A variety of native fig trees were planted, which are important for:

  • supporting many wildlife species
  • increasing the 37 of recovery by attracting animals and birds, e.g. 38 were soon attracted to the area.

Involving local communities

• Destruction of mangrove forests in Madagascar made it difficult for people to make a living from 39.
• The mangrove reforestation project:

  • provided employment for local people
  • restored a healthy ecosystem
  • protects against the higher risk of 40