Cambridge Past Paper Questions
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From paragraph 3
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From paragraphs 1-5 For each of the words or phrases below, circle the letter (A, B, C or D) which has the same meaning that the word or phrase has...
Re-read paragraph 5, which contains phrases about the writer. Explain: • the meaning of each phrase as it is used in the passage • the effect of ea...
Read Passage 1, Climate change: one person's view on problems and solutions, in the insert and answer all the questions below.
Re-read paragraphs 3, 5, and 6 and write down one piece of advice given by the writer from each of these paragraphs.
From paragraph 1
From paragraph 2
From paragraph 3
From paragraph 4
From paragraph 5
From paragraphs 2–5 For each of the words or phrases below, circle the letter (A, B, C or D) which has the same meaning that the word or phrase has...
Re-read paragraphs 1 and 3, which contain phrases about (a) the babysitter and (b) the writer. Explain: • the meaning of each phrase as it is used ...
Argument 3 'There are far more advantages to competing against others at a young age than disadvantages.' Do you agree? Give reasons and examples t...
Argument 4 'Cities are a great place for young people to grow up in.' What do you think? Give reasons and examples to support your view.
Narrative 5 Write a story which includes the sentence: 'It was obvious that his aunt had not visited him just to say hello.'
Narrative 6 Write a story in which a motorcycle plays an important part.
A local company has bought some land next to your school. The company wants to build on this land to expand its business. You can see a few advanta...
Describe the New Year celebrations in your country. (Remember you are describing the events, the places, the atmosphere and the people.)
'Most people spend far too much money these days on things they do not really need.' Do you think this is true? Give reasons and examples to suppor...
Is it better to be the oldest child in the family or the youngest? Give reasons and examples to support your view.
Write a story which includes the sentence: ‘She threw her bag on the back seat of the car and quickly got into the passenger seat.'
Write a story about a person who completely changed their mind about someone.
Section 1: Reading for Ideas Read Passage 1, Working from home, in the insert and answer all the questions below.
Re-read paragraphs 1, 3 and 6, and write down one piece of advice given by the writer from each of these paragraphs.
Section 2: Reading for Meaning Read Passage 2, The new fountain pen, in the insert and answer all the questions below. From paragraph 1
From paragraph 2
From paragraph 3
From paragraph 4
From paragraph 5
From paragraph 6
From paragraphs 2–6 For each of the words below, circle the letter (A, B, C or D) which has the same meaning that the word has in the passage.
Re-read paragraphs 2 and 6, which contain phrases about (a) Mr Arsalan and (b) the taxi driver. Give: • the meaning of each phrase as it is used in...
Section 1: Reading for Ideas Read Passage 1, Online learning and classroom learning, in the insert and answer all the questions below.
Re-read paragraphs 1, 2 and 5, and write down one piece of advice given by the writer from each of these paragraphs.
Section 2: Reading for Meaning Read Passage 2, Laurent, in the insert and answer all the questions below. From paragraph 1
From paragraph 2
From paragraph 3
From paragraph 4
From paragraph 6
From paragraphs 1–4 For each of the words below, circle the letter (A, B, C or D) which has the same meaning that the word has in the passage.
Re-read paragraphs 1 and 3, which contain phrases about Laurent. Give: • the meaning of each phrase as it is used in the passage • the effect of ea...
Read Text A, The north shore, in the insert and answer Question 1 and Question 2.
Question 2
Read Text B, Plogging, in the insert and answer Question 3.
Read Text A, Where it all began, in the insert and answer Question 1 and Question 2.
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Read Text B, The Authentic Travel company, in the insert and answer Question 3.
Section A: Directed Writing Read both texts and answer Question 1. Text A Hazeema, 14 years I don't understand why teachers give us homework. I alr...