HS1 Olympiad

Part 1. Listen to a journalist interviewing a woman about her lifestyle and decide whether the following sentences are true (T) or false (F).

1.They haven't changed the house much since they moved in.   [T, F]

2.The second photo shows them tired and dirty.   [T, F]

3.At the beginning, they sold apples to their friends.   [T, F]

4.They started selling apple juice five years ago.   [T, F]

5.They haven't been able to spend much money on vacations.   [T, F]

Part 2. Listen to the conversation about Stockholm and Prague and choose the correct variant to fill in the gaps

6. __'s architecture is more interesting than ___'s.                   [Stockholm\Prague, Prague\ Stockholm]

7.The buildings in __are more modern than the buildings in __.                  [Stockholm\Prague, Prague\Stockholm]

8. __isn't as romantic as __.                  [Stockholm\Prague, Prague\Stockholm]

9.The nightlife in __ is better than the nightlife in ___.                  [Stockholm\Prague, Prague\Stockholm]

10.The people in __ aren't as friendly as the people in __.                  [Stockholm\Prague, Prague\Stockholm]

Part 3. Listen to a radio show about what people think of their town and choose the correct variant to fill in the gaps.

11.Andy thinks his town is __.               [too noisy, too boring, too dangerous]

12.Rachel thinks her town is__                 [too traditional, too boring, too crowded]

13.David thinks his town is __                 [too quiet, too dirty, too traditional]

14.Jessica thinks her town is __             [too quiet, too noisy, too crowded]

15.James thinks his town is__             [too dirty, too crowded, too quiet]

Part 4. Listen to Kailey describing her photos and fill in the gaps with the correct age according to the story.

16.At    [15, 24, 14]she went to Italy with her new class at school.

17.At    [15, 28, 25]she stayed at a luxurious hotel at Paris.

18.At    [24, 28, 14]she spent her free time on the beach in Australia.

19.At    [25, 15, 14]she had a fantastic vacation in Spain with her family.

20.At    [28, 24, 25]she was unhappy because her brother was leaving.

Part 5.Listen to Lana describing a vacation and choose the correct variant to fill in the gaps.

21.Lana went on vacation with her             [old friend, boyfriend, best friend]

22.On the first night they went to               [a beach party, a restaurant, a dance]

23.They saw the girl again when they got on the       [train, plane, bus]

24.On safari they             [danced, ate, had a party]together every night.

25.After the vacation, Lana's boyfriend moved to Boston with his                [new girlfriend, best friend, girlfriend]

Task 1. Read the text below. For questions (1-5) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Dear Sirs,

I ordered a new pair of soccer boots (item #1948543) from your website on 15 April.

I received the order on 21 April. Unfortunately, when I opened it I saw that the boots had been used. The boots had dirt all over them and there was a small tear in front of the part where the right toe would go. My order number is AF261681 56.

To resolve the problem, I would like you to return the sum of money which I paid for my boots that's £56. In fact, I don't want you to send me another pair as 1 have already gone out and bought new boots at my local sporting goods store, so sending another pair would result in having two pairs of the same boots.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I have been a satisfied customer of your company for many years and this is the first time I have encountered a problem. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at (045)28643986.

Sincerely yours,

Julian Peters

1 The reason for writing this letter is __   [A, B, C, D]

A to order a pair of soccer boots.

B to complain about the order.

C to demand the replacement of the order.

D to inquire about details of the service.

2 According to the text, the customer made the order of his soccer boots __   [A, B, C, D]

A at an Internet shop.

B at the local supermarket.

C at a TV shop.

D nowhere he didn't order them.

3 The customer was unsatisfied with the order because __   [A, B, C, D]

A he didn't like the colour of the boots.

B the price of the boots appeared to be too high.

C the order was delayed for a week.

D the boots sent by the company were not new

4 What was wrong with the boots delivered to the customer?   [A, B, C, D]

A They were of the wrong size.

B They were dirty and torn.

C The wrong model was delivered.

D The customer expected to receive two pairs, not one.

5 What does the customer suggest doing in order to resolve the problem with the order?   [A, B, C, D]

A He wants a new pair of boots.

B He wants his money back.

C He expects to get some extra money for the inconveniences.

D He wants two pairs of soccer boots.

Task 2. Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (6-11). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Boxing Day

Boxing Day is the following day after (6)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is on 26 December. Like Christmas Day, Boxing Day is a public holiday.

Why is 26 December called Boxing Day in England? Traditionally, this was the day to open the Christmas boxes to share the contents (7)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] (the Christmas box was a wooden or clay container where people placed gifts).

The tradition of giving money to workers (8)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is customary for householders to give small gifts or monetary tips to regular visiting tradespeople (the milkman, dustman, coalman, paper boy etc.) and, in some work places, for employers to give a Christmas bonus to employees.

Schools across the country gather together gifts to be put in Christmas boxes (9)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H].

Traditionally, Boxing Day is the day (10)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is a day of watching sports and playing board games with the family. Many families will go for walks in the countryside together this day.

Shops are generally closed on Boxing Day. However, in recent times some shops have broken from the tradition and started opening on Boxing Day (11)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. Hundreds of people now spend Boxing Day morning in queues outside shops, waiting to be the first to dive for the sales racks as the doors are opened.

A still continues today

B with the poor

C are traditionally high

D Christmas Day

E that are sent to poorer countries

F to start the New Year sales

G when families get together

H amended the inscription

Task 3. Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (1-5). There are three choices you don't need to use.

Five Key Skills for Raising Your Emotional Intelligence

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a different type of intelligence. It's about being «heart-smart», not just «book-smart». The evidence shows that emotional intelligence matters just as much as intellectual ability, if not more so, when it comes to happiness and success in life. Emotional intelligence helps you to build strong relationships, succeed at work, and achieve your goals.

(1)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

The first key skill of emotional intelligence is the ability to quickly calm yourself down when you're feeling overwhelmed. When we're under high levels of stress, rational thinking and decision-making go out the window. Runaway stress overwhelms the mind and body, getting in the way of our ability to accurately «read» a situation, hear what someone else is saying, be aware of our own feelings and needs, and communicate clearly.

This emotional intelligence skill helps you stay balanced, focused, and in control no matter what challenges you face.

(2)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Many people are disconnected from their emotions – especially strong core emotions such as anger, sadness, fear, and joy. But although we can distort, deny, or numb our feelings, we can't eliminate them. They're still there, whether we're aware of them or not. Unfortunately, without emotional awareness, we are unable to fully understand our own motivations and needs, or to communicate effectively with others.

Emotional awareness is the key to understanding yourself and others.

(3)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Being a good communicator requires more than just verbal skills. Sometimes, what we say is less important than how we say it or the other nonverbal signals we send out. In order to hold the attention of others and build connection and trust, we need to be aware of and in control of our nonverbal signals. We also need to be able to accurately read and respond to the nonverbal signals that other people send us.

(4)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Playful communication relieves tiredness and relaxes our bodies, which allows us to recharge and accomplish more. When we loosen up, we free ourselves of hard ways of thinking and being, allowing us to get creative and see things in new ways.

Humour, laughter, and play are natural antidotes to life's difficulties. They lighten our burdens and help us keep things in perspective. A good hearty laugh reduces stress, elevates mood, and brings our nervous system back into balance.

(5)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Conflicts and disagreements are inevitable in relationships. Two people can't possibly have the same needs, opinions, and expectations at all times. However, that needn't be a bad thing! Resolving conflict in healthy, constructive ways can strengthen trust between people. When conflict isn't perceived as threatening or punishing, it fosters freedom, creativity, and safety in relationships.

A Connect to Your Emotions

B Solve Conflict Positively

C Become More Creative

D Use Humour and Play to Deal with Challenges

E Deal with Challenges

F Quickly Reduce Stress

G Smooth over Differences

H Nonverbal Comnmunication

Task 1. Read the text below. For questions (1-5) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Dear Sirs,

I ordered a new pair of soccer boots (item #1948543) from your website on 15 April.

I received the order on 21 April. Unfortunately, when I opened it I saw that the boots had been used. The boots had dirt all over them and there was a small tear in front of the part where the right toe would go. My order number is AF261681 56.

To resolve the problem, I would like you to return the sum of money which I paid for my boots that's £56. In fact, I don't want you to send me another pair as 1 have already gone out and bought new boots at my local sporting goods store, so sending another pair would result in having two pairs of the same boots.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter. I have been a satisfied customer of your company for many years and this is the first time I have encountered a problem. If you need to contact me, you can reach me at (045)28643986.

Sincerely yours,

Julian Peters

1 The reason for writing this letter is __   [A, B, C, D]

A to order a pair of soccer boots.

B to complain about the order.

C to demand the replacement of the order.

D to inquire about details of the service.

2 According to the text, the customer made the order of his soccer boots __   [A, B, C, D]

A at an Internet shop.

B at the local supermarket.

C at a TV shop.

D nowhere he didn't order them.

3 The customer was unsatisfied with the order because __   [A, B, C, D]

A he didn't like the colour of the boots.

B the price of the boots appeared to be too high.

C the order was delayed for a week.

D the boots sent by the company were not new

4 What was wrong with the boots delivered to the customer?   [A, B, C, D]

A They were of the wrong size.

B They were dirty and torn.

C The wrong model was delivered.

D The customer expected to receive two pairs, not one.

5 What does the customer suggest doing in order to resolve the problem with the order?   [A, B, C, D]

A He wants a new pair of boots.

B He wants his money back.

C He expects to get some extra money for the inconveniences.

D He wants two pairs of soccer boots.

Task 2. Read the text below. Choose from (A-H) the one which best fits each space (6-11). There are two choices you do not need to use.

Boxing Day

Boxing Day is the following day after (6)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is on 26 December. Like Christmas Day, Boxing Day is a public holiday.

Why is 26 December called Boxing Day in England? Traditionally, this was the day to open the Christmas boxes to share the contents (7)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H] (the Christmas box was a wooden or clay container where people placed gifts).

The tradition of giving money to workers (8)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is customary for householders to give small gifts or monetary tips to regular visiting tradespeople (the milkman, dustman, coalman, paper boy etc.) and, in some work places, for employers to give a Christmas bonus to employees.

Schools across the country gather together gifts to be put in Christmas boxes (9)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H].

Traditionally, Boxing Day is the day (10)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. It is a day of watching sports and playing board games with the family. Many families will go for walks in the countryside together this day.

Shops are generally closed on Boxing Day. However, in recent times some shops have broken from the tradition and started opening on Boxing Day (11)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]. Hundreds of people now spend Boxing Day morning in queues outside shops, waiting to be the first to dive for the sales racks as the doors are opened.

A still continues today

B with the poor

C are traditionally high

D Christmas Day

E that are sent to poorer countries

F to start the New Year sales

G when families get together

H amended the inscription

Task 3. Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (1-5). There are three choices you don't need to use.

Five Key Skills for Raising Your Emotional Intelligence

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a different type of intelligence. It's about being «heart-smart», not just «book-smart». The evidence shows that emotional intelligence matters just as much as intellectual ability, if not more so, when it comes to happiness and success in life. Emotional intelligence helps you to build strong relationships, succeed at work, and achieve your goals.

(1)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

The first key skill of emotional intelligence is the ability to quickly calm yourself down when you're feeling overwhelmed. When we're under high levels of stress, rational thinking and decision-making go out the window. Runaway stress overwhelms the mind and body, getting in the way of our ability to accurately «read» a situation, hear what someone else is saying, be aware of our own feelings and needs, and communicate clearly.

This emotional intelligence skill helps you stay balanced, focused, and in control no matter what challenges you face.

(2)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Many people are disconnected from their emotions – especially strong core emotions such as anger, sadness, fear, and joy. But although we can distort, deny, or numb our feelings, we can't eliminate them. They're still there, whether we're aware of them or not. Unfortunately, without emotional awareness, we are unable to fully understand our own motivations and needs, or to communicate effectively with others.

Emotional awareness is the key to understanding yourself and others.

(3)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Being a good communicator requires more than just verbal skills. Sometimes, what we say is less important than how we say it or the other nonverbal signals we send out. In order to hold the attention of others and build connection and trust, we need to be aware of and in control of our nonverbal signals. We also need to be able to accurately read and respond to the nonverbal signals that other people send us.

(4)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Playful communication relieves tiredness and relaxes our bodies, which allows us to recharge and accomplish more. When we loosen up, we free ourselves of hard ways of thinking and being, allowing us to get creative and see things in new ways.

Humour, laughter, and play are natural antidotes to life's difficulties. They lighten our burdens and help us keep things in perspective. A good hearty laugh reduces stress, elevates mood, and brings our nervous system back into balance.

(5)   [A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H]

Conflicts and disagreements are inevitable in relationships. Two people can't possibly have the same needs, opinions, and expectations at all times. However, that needn't be a bad thing! Resolving conflict in healthy, constructive ways can strengthen trust between people. When conflict isn't perceived as threatening or punishing, it fosters freedom, creativity, and safety in relationships.

A Connect to Your Emotions

B Solve Conflict Positively

C Become More Creative

D Use Humour and Play to Deal with Challenges

E Deal with Challenges

F Quickly Reduce Stress

G Smooth over Differences

H Nonverbal Comnmunication