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5 Choose the correct answer (a, b or c) to complete the sentences.
1 The Score is the name of a magazine for young people I get every week.
a) who b) that c) why
2 He was born in a year a lot of important events took place.
a) that b) which c) when
3 This bicycle, costs less than €150, is likely to change the future of cycling.
a) which b) that c) whose
4 The boy, is talking loudly, is my cousin.
a) which b) who c) whose
5 That’s the hospital I was born.
a) where b) which c) that
6 Complete the text with a relative pronoun in each space. Sometimes there is more than one correct answer.
There were a few months in the summer (1) I didn’t do any exercise but since then I’ve done some every day. I do some light exercise at home (2) helps me warm up before I go for a run. That’s enough for me although I’ve got some friends (3) do at least two hours in the gym every day. I really don’t think that hours of exercise, (4) some people do, can be good for you. In fact, another friend of mine (5) mum is a fitness instructor says two hours in the gym is definitely too much. I think I’ll keep to my own fitness routine.
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How to lead a happier lifeFor thousands of years humans have been searching for the secret to happiness, but we know that there isn’t a magic solution waiting to be found. However, we do know of many ways to lead a happier and more satisfying life. Here are some of our favourite ones. Regular exercise
Anyone who does regular exercise knows that it’s one of the quickest ways to cheer yourself up. Doing exercise has an important effect on the way your body works. As your blood starts to circulate faster, your body releases endorphins, which send signals to your brain and immediately make you feel happier. Not only that but long after you’ve done exercise, your body will feel the benefits. For instance, studies have shown that regular exercise can also help you get a good night’s sleep. The best thing is that you don’t have to do much exercise for it to have a positive effect. In fact, just half an hour a day will be enough.Eat your greens
Generations of children have been warned by their grandmothers that if they don’t eat up their greens they won’t grow big and strong. Scientists have also known for some time that fruit and vegetables are vital for our physical health. However, researchers have recently discovered that they can also have an important effect on your mood. Some greens like spinach contain large quantities of nutrients which help your brain stay positive in the most difficult of situations. In fact, researchers found that when people started consuming more greens, they quickly reported feeling happier and more satisfied.Get outside
There are a number of reasons not to stay inside when you’re feeling down. One reason is because being out in the sun helps our bodies produce vitamin D. If you don’t have enough vitamin D in your body, it can lead to feelings of unhappiness and fatigue. The good news is that just 30 minutes spent outside can improve your mood. But remember that while spending time outside can make you feel happier, you shouldn’t spend too long in the sun. Too much sun will result in sunburn and that definitely won’t help you achieve happiness!Smile
Our last piece of advice is the best one of all … smile! You might think you smile because you’re happy. However, the latest research suggests that the act of smiling may itself put you in a better mood. In this research, groups of people were asked to perform different exercises which made their mouths form different shapes. Those whose mouths formed the shape of a smile reported increased feelings of happiness. No one knows why this is but it could be that our brains associate smiling with happiness so just by smiling we feel happier. Although more research is needed, there can’t be any harm in smiling every now and again.
11 Complete the words in the sentences. The first letter is there to help you.
1 I think she’s got a f . She’s been getting hot and cold all night.
2 My t hurts every time I eat or drink something. It’s very painful.
3 That’s a nasty b on your arm. It’s black, purple and yellow!
4 I’ve s my ankle so I can’t do much walking at the moment.
5 My sister, who is a chef, has a nasty b on her arm.
12 Choose the correct answers (a, b or c) to complete the text.
If you’ve got a temperature, headache, sore throat and tiredness, the chances are that you’ve got (1) . It is caused by a (2) which is spread by coughing and sneezing. It affects millions of people every year. Although the illness almost certainly dates back (3) ancient times, it wasn’t discovered until 1918. That was also the year of a huge attack by the virus which spread (4) quickly. In just one year it spread around the world, killing millions of people. What was most (5) about it was the fact that it affected young adults rather than older people. Since then, scientists have taken this illness very seriously and are constantly looking for ways to control it.
1 a) a burn b) flu c) an allergy
2 a) virus b) cramp c) sprain
3 a) off b) in c) to
4 a) extraordinary b) extraordinarily c) ordinarily
Use of English15 Decide if the words in bold are adjectives (adj) or adverbs (adv).
1 It’s usually quite late before I get to bed in the evening. adj / adv
2 Fiona’s not feeling very well today so she’s staying at home. adj / adv
3 He comes to see me quite regularly. adj / adv
4 The news about them getting married is truly wonderful. adj / adv
5 Unsurprisingly, he said he wasn’t coming to the party. adj / adv
16 Write a form of the word in capitals in each gap to complete the text.
SUGAR
A report has (1) shown that the majority of British adults and children eat too much sugar. In fact, some scientists say that it is one of the most (2) things we eat or drink. Apart from damaging your teeth, sugar can also cause weight gain and even diabetes. And what makes it even more dangerous is that many people are (3) of the dangers. For example, we all know that sugar is found in sweets, cakes and fizzy drinks but (4) it is also added to tinned tomatoes and baby food. Sugar cannot be avoided (5) so now that we are aware of the risks, governments have started protecting consumers with clear labelling.
Writing17 Look at the exam task below and the paragraph plan. Match ideas from the list (a–g) to the
paragraphs. There are two ideas you do not need to use.
You see this notice in an English-language magazine for teenagers:
Articles wanted
We’re looking for articles about the importance of staying healthy. Why is it important? What can you do to stay healthy? The best articles will be published in our magazine.
Paragraph 1: engage the reader and introduce the topic
Paragraph 2: talk about why it’s important to stay healthy ,
Paragraph 3: suggest what the reader can do to stay healthy ,
a) Staying healthy is good for your body and your brain.
b) Children are less healthy now than ever before.
c) Exercise can sometimes be bad for you.
d) It’s important to do at least 30 minutes of exercises a day.
e) Feel free to eat whatever you want.
f) Staying healthy is a good way to avoid some illnesses.
g) It’s important to have a balanced diet.
18 Write the third paragraph (4–5 sentences) of the article in the exam task in Exercise 17.