Angielski PR — Maj 2024 (Formuła 2015)

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie trzy teksty. Z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, zgodną z treścią nagrania. Zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B albo C.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

Tekst 1.

Woman: Excuse me, could you tell me what this sign means?

Man: It says you can explore the museum using a specialized app on your phone. We've just introduced a digital platform which enables visitors to discover more about the exhibits. And it's really helpful as it gives you more independence during your visit.

Woman: What do you mean?

Man: Well, normally you just look at one exhibit after another, but with the app you can go straight to the exhibits which best suit your preferences. You can also save exhibits you really like, which allows you to easily return to them during your next visit. You won't regret downloading the app. And it's free!

Woman: It sounds great!

(adapted from artiststudiomuseum.org)

1.1. What is the man doing? A. discussing some new exhibits with a visitor B. explaining to a visitor how to install a new app C. encouraging a visitor to try out something new

Tekst 2.

Rotary Woods, a community woodland in North Yorkshire, is at risk due to plans to expand the local bottled water factory. The local council have approved the expansion plan, but ecologists are criticising it as they feel officials have ignored the environmental impact. The factory's spokesperson claims that the expansion plan will not result in any harm to the environment. The factory's commitment to replacing the lost trees on a "two for one" basis will compensate for the reduction in the forest's size. In addition, public access to the woods will be improved thanks to new footpaths. However, ecologists believe that the measures proposed by the factory are not enough to ensure the peaceful future of Rotary Woods. They also argue the factory's planned expansion is not in line with the council's aim to cut the town's carbon dioxide emissions by 40%.

(adapted from yorkshirepost.co.uk; theguardian.com)

1.2. The speaker A. criticizes ecologists for taking too little action against a factory's expansion plan. B. draws attention to environmental issues relating to a factory's expansion plan. C. praises the modifications introduced to a factory's expansion plan.

Tekst 3.

A resident of an island between Finland and Sweden recently came across a large number of egg-shaped balls of ice while he was walking on the beach. An area of about 30 meters along the coastline was covered with thousands of these ice balls. The smallest were the size of eggs, and the biggest – the size of footballs. According to experts, such ice balls are formed when pieces of ice break off an ice sheet, and are rolled into balls by the movement of the waves. When the sea water freezes onto their surfaces, they grow bigger. As in this case, they are sometimes washed up onto a beach. Although it's quite rare for such a large group of them to be found together, similar sights have been reported in some coastal areas of Siberia and the northern United States.

(adapted from bbc.com)

1.3. Which is the best headline for the news item? A. BEACH CLOSED DUE TO EXTREME WEATHER B. SCIENTISTS ALARMED BY A RARE SIGHT C. AN UNUSUAL PHENOMENON EXPLAINED

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie pięć wypowiedzi na temat pomników. Do każdej wypowiedzi (2.1.–2.5.) dopasuj odpowiadające jej zdanie (A–F). Wpisz rozwiązania do tabeli. Uwaga: jedno zdanie zostało podane dodatkowo i nie pasuje do żadnej wypowiedzi.

This speaker

A. describes an unconventional hero who helped people in times of trouble. B. gives reasons for moving a monument to a new location. C. mentions an annual event which attracts people to a place. D. explains how the elements of a statue are related to a famous person. E. announces a change of plans in order to satisfy the wishes of a community. F. identifies the source of funding for a statue of some well-known personalities.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

One. Samuel Johnson, the 18th-century author of the first dictionary of English, is said to have had a particular fondness for his cat, named Hodge. And so, a museum dedicated to the famous man's life and his achievements would not be complete without a reference to his beloved pet. That's why in 1997, a statue showing a bronze figure of Johnson's black cat was installed in front of Johnson's house, which is now a museum. Hodge is shown sitting on top of a thick book which is, of course, Johnson's dictionary. (adapted from atlasobscura.com; animalsinwar.org.uk)

Two. As Mayor of Newham I want to assure the residents of Upton Park that the statue, known as The Champions, which depicts the four footballers who played a huge role in winning the World Cup in 1966 for England, is to remain at its current location. We have cancelled our decision to move it to Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park. We respect the efforts made by local people to keep the statue. We acknowledge the role of this historic landmark in shaping the identity of football fans across the country, and realize that it has become an integral part of this neighbourhood. Therefore, I declare that Upton Park will remain the rightful home of The Champions. (adapted from newham.gov.uk)

Three. A statue of Agatha Christie is being planned for the small town of Wallingford, which has a museum dedicated to the famous crime writer. For many years, Agatha Christie lived in a village not far from the town, and the area is popular with her fans. The mayor of Wallingford has confirmed that the town council has applied for funding for the statue. It will represent the writer seated on a bench. The Agatha Christie Festival is held in the town every year. It is attended by many readers of her novels, who will certainly appreciate the statue. (adapted from oxfordmail.co.uk)

Four. Liverpool can boast a magnificent attraction – a statue of The Beatles walking down a street towards the river. The legendary band played their first gigs at the nearby Cavern Club. Indeed, the club generously sponsored the creation of the bronze sculpture. After unveiling the statue, the Deputy Mayor of Liverpool said that the four world-famous musicians are so inseparably linked to the city that they certainly deserve a permanent place on the iconic waterfront. It is hoped that the monument will attract even more tourists and music enthusiasts to the city. (adapted from beatlesstory.com)

Five. A statue of a bear named Wojtek, who helped Polish troops during World War II, can be seen in Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh. When he was a little cub, Wojtek lost his mother but was rescued and adopted by Polish soldiers. He was trained to carry ammunition on the battlefield. He was also a tremendous morale booster. Wojtek's role was so vital that he was given a name, rank and serial number, just like any other soldier. After the war he lived in Edinburgh Zoo. The monument was created thanks to the generosity of many supporters. Some of them, just like Wojtek, the bear, had found a home in Scotland after the war. (adapted from bbc.com)

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie rozmowę z osobą, która zajmuje się nurkowaniem. Z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, zgodną z treścią nagrania. Zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B, C albo D.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

Woman: John, today you're a well-known ocean explorer. Could you tell our listeners how this passion began?

Man: I like to think of myself as someone who grew up in water. I was only seven when my dad put an oxygen tank on my back for the first time. Then he put another tank on my brother, and on my mother, too, and pushed the three of us overboard. And so we became scuba divers. He jumped in straight afterwards. And I remember that I wanted to talk to him, but when I removed my mouthpiece underwater, my Dad put it straight back in! At that time my father was one of the pioneers of scuba diving and the diving gear we used was all his creation.

Woman: Did you travel on research trips with your parents?

Man: We spent a lot of time on board the Calypso, our family boat. My brother and I would fly over from boarding school in France to wherever the Calypso was during the Christmas, New Year and summer holidays. Every time it was somewhere different. It was an unusual childhood, but it seemed normal to me, because that was all I knew! I learnt so much about the ocean and the crew members became closer than brothers to me. When I grew up, the Alcyone, our expedition ship, became my new home and I worked on many films about the ocean from there.

Woman: Was your mother passionate about the sea, too?

Man: She was the real strength behind the entire operation. She was the daughter of an admiral, and many generations of her family were naval officers. Throughout her youth, she was unhappy because joining the French Navy was out of the question for a woman at that time. She fell in love with my father, who was a naval officer, and when they got married, they decided to live on board the Calypso. She spent even more time there than my father. She was in charge of first aid when anyone got hurt; and she was always cheerful and ready to comfort us. Whenever an argument broke out, she always managed to negotiate a compromise without upsetting anyone. She was a really skilful diplomat.

Woman: And the last question, how are the rest of your family continuing your father's great legacy?

Man: My dad used to say that people protect what they love. I have a wonderful team and we're carrying on his message. But the clock is ticking. As a species we must do everything we can to protect marine life. We must manage the oceans like a business. They are our most precious asset and we are heading towards bankruptcy. We're the only species that has the privilege to decide whether or not to disappear – and we need to take action before it's too late.

(adapted from tempusmagazine.co.uk; usni.org)

3.1. When the speaker went scuba diving for the first time, he A. jumped into the water enthusiastically. B. used equipment invented by his father. C. swam to the surface to say something to his father. D. tried to take off his oxygen tank in the water.

3.2. When talking about his childhood, the speaker says that he A. had to stay at boarding school during holidays. B. appeared in films made by his parents. C. had no friends among the Calypso's crew. D. used to travel to various places to see his family.

3.3. Which is NOT true about the speaker's mother? A. She was responsible for giving medical assistance on board. B. She was in the Navy like some other members of her family. C. She was able to keep the crew's spirits up. D. She was tactful in dealing with others.

3.4. When answering the last question, the speaker A. emphasizes that ocean protection is a pressing issue. B. explains the role of businesses in ocean protection. C. focuses on his family's contribution to protecting the ocean. D. suggests modifications to his father's scheme for ocean protection.

Przeczytaj tekst, który został podzielony na trzy części (A–C), oraz pytania go dotyczące (4.1.–4.4.). Do każdego pytania dopasuj właściwą część tekstu. Wpisz rozwiązania do tabeli. Uwaga: w jednej części tekstu znajdują się odpowiedzi na dwa pytania.

In which paragraph does the author

4.1. give examples of temporary changes which had to be made to complete a task?

4.2. mention a decision taken in response to a negative reaction from the public?

4.3. point to an advantage of the material used for the construction of the buildings?

4.4. refer to a comparison someone made while observing buildings being moved?

HOUSES ON WHEELS

A. Hundreds of San Franciscans lined the streets on Sunday with phones ready to snap a photo of a unique procession slowly making its way through the city. The two-storey Victorian building, known as the Englander House, had spent more than a century in the heart of San Francisco. Instead of demolishing the beautiful building, a specialist team lifted it off its foundations, put it on wheels, and pulled it to a new location six blocks away. To make sure everything went as smoothly as possible, parking meters and traffic signs along the route had to be removed for a day. The six-bedroom house travelled slowly down the road with excited observers following behind. It was the first time a Victorian house had been relocated in 50 years, but it was certainly not the first time ever.

B. Relocating houses is a little-known part of San Francisco's history. As far back as 1886, Mark Twain chronicled a similar move for the local newspaper. "Last night an old house drifted down Sutter Street towards Montgomery," he wrote. The scene depicted by Twain may seem bizarre, but it was quite a common sight at the time. San Francisco's houses, built almost entirely of redwood, were light in comparison to brick houses. The 1900 edition of the city's business directory listed nine companies offering to move a home to a new address.

C. The city's most famous move – and probably its biggest – happened in the 1970s, when a redevelopment agency set out to clear an entire community and build new housing that would attract wealthy residents. More than 4,000 families had to leave their homes and roughly 2,500 Victorian homes were torn down. But 12 were saved from destruction. Due to local residents' anger over the Victorian buildings being demolished, the agency agreed to auction the 12 houses and transport them out of the area. "It was like moving a group of giant elephants," said a witness to the event.

(Na podstawie: theguardian.com)

Przeczytaj tekst, z którego usunięto cztery fragmenty. Wpisz w każdą lukę (5.1.–5.4.) literę, którą oznaczono brakujący fragment (A–E), tak aby otrzymać spójny i logiczny tekst. Uwaga: jeden fragment został podany dodatkowo i nie pasuje do żadnej luki.

POLAR BEAR TOWN

Churchill is a small town in Canada, situated on the shore of Hudson Bay and swept by the Northern winds. 5.1. _____ There they hunt for seals after the bay freezes over and the ice becomes strong enough to support their weight. Over the years, the bears' seasonal presence has earned Churchill the nickname of the Polar Bear Capital of the World.

For more than three decades, Dennis Compayre, a native of Churchill, has been a guide for photographers and filmmakers who want to see the bears. He has become known as "the bear man", due to his work with the bears and his ability to relate to them. 5.2. _____ "There was always a fierce polar bear in the back of my mind, even when I played ball and ran around the town with my friends," Compayre explains.

Today, Churchill's bear population is far bigger than its human population. Only about 900 permanent residents live in the town. 5.3. _____ It eventually closed in 1980. Back then, there was no such thing as an organized tour group to see the bears. The only tourists who visited Churchill were bird watchers and those who came up to see the whales.

Fortunately, polar bear-related businesses expanded year by year. Len Smith, a local mechanic, built the first motorized vehicle that would allow groups to travel out safely to see the bears. Although he was still scared of bears, Dennis agreed to serve as both driver and guide. In the beginning, tourists would be lucky if they saw 10 bears, at the most. 5.4. _____ It was a unique opportunity to observe so many of them in one place.

Today, about 10,000 tourists descend upon Churchill annually during the five-to-six-week "bear season". But the reasons they come are not the same as when Dennis started. "Years back, people came to Churchill excited to catch a glimpse of these majestic creatures," he says. "Everyone had such a good time observing polar bears. But as the Hudson Bay population of bears is gradually shrinking, when tourists view them nowadays, they start to fear for their well-being in the future. Sadly, now our promotional slogan is: 'Come and see the bears before it's too late.' "

(Na podstawie: smithsonianmag.com)

A. When Dennis was growing up, it was inhabited by 7,000 people and most of them were associated in one way or another with the joint Canada – United States military fort located five miles east of the town.

B. The animals were a bit nervous as they'd never seen people before, but with time, they became accustomed to regular visits. People on the tour could expect to see 20 or even 30 polar bears at a time.

C. This minor change in climate has considerably influenced the seasons in Churchill, and with it, the animal migrations. For visitors, that means adjusting their travel plans accordingly.

D. But he wasn't always so close to these inspiring yet often unpredictable creatures. In fact, when he was a boy, polar bears absolutely terrified him.

E. It might be just another dot on the map if it weren't for its seasonal four-legged residents. Every fall, hundreds of polar bears walk through the town, on their way to the bay.

Przeczytaj dwa teksty związane z rybami. Z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, zgodną z treścią tekstu. Zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B, C albo D.

Tekst 1. THE ISSUE WITH GOLDFISH

Goldfish may look small and cute in your home, but in the wild it's a different story. Right now, for example, Washington state is fighting off a literal goldfish invasion. Thousands of them have settled in West Medical Lake and are threatening the much smaller native fish population. How did this happen? The Department of Fish and Wildlife suspects that irresponsible pet owners might be to blame. Another possibility is that pet shop owners may have thrown unsold goldfish into the lake. And while the goldfish may have cost their owners just a few dollars, it is going to cost the state around $150,000 to try to remove these rapidly multiplying fish. But this isn't the only place where this is happening. Goldfish are invading lakes and streams worldwide, and it's our fault.

If you think you're doing the world a favour by freeing your goldfish, you're not! Instead, you're setting the stage for an ecological disaster, which could threaten hundreds of other species. Goldfish are one of the world's most invasive species of fish. They were first selectively bred in China 2,000 years ago, for food. Then they started to be kept as pets and were promoted from the status of meals to entertainment. By the 19th century, they reached North America.

Given enough time and plentiful food sources, the cute little goldfish that were once kept in a fish tank at home, grow into giant orange monsters in the wild, reaching a weight of up to 2 kilograms! These giant goldfish are big eaters, feeding on plants, insects, shellfish, and other fish. But they don't just consume what other fish rely on to survive, they feed so energetically that a lot of mud gets kicked up from the bottom of the lake, leading to harmful algae blooms that choke the ecosystem. Another problem is that they also introduce foreign diseases that destroy delicately balanced ecosystems wherever they go. And they aren't content to stay in one place. Goldfish are a rapidly reproducing species which migrates across multiple bodies of water. So, before setting your goldfish free into a lake or river, consider the impact on wildlife.

(Na podstawie: businessinsider.com)

6.1. The goldfish in West Medical Lake A. have been removed with the help of a pet shop owner. B. have outnumbered the native species of fish. C. were attacked by other fish living in the lake. D. are going to be purchased for $150,000.

6.2. In the last paragraph, the author of the text A. encourages readers to take part in an environmental campaign. B. gives recommendations on how to reduce the size of goldfish. C. warns readers against releasing goldfish into the wild. D. discourages people from keeping goldfish as pets.

Tekst 2. CRACKED EGG

Alex and Jacob headed down the river just as they did every Saturday morning. In some areas, the current was faster than in others, but Jacob knew how to handle the boat, thanks to the countless hours he and his dad had spent on the river.

"Look over there! That looks like a good fishing spot!" Alex pointed to an open area with almost no bushes.

"Not this time. Today we're heading to where Dad took me a couple of days ago. It was a great spot for fishing," Jacob smiled.

The boys had been looking forward to this trip for days. Usually their mothers insisted they return by nightfall. This time, they were going to spend the night fishing. Soon Jacob spoke up again, "It should be around here somewhere." He kept looking forward to the right, but he also wanted to make sure the boat was steady. "Now, all we have to do is find the cracked egg," he said.

Alex looked back at his fishing buddy and exclaimed, "Cracked egg?"

"Yeah, it's a huge rock that looks like a cracked egg. It's oval and the crack… well, it's undeniable."

A couple of minutes passed and Alex pointed towards a large rock. He stood up, all excited, and grabbed his fishing rod. Suddenly, the boat hit one of the huge stones hidden underwater, which sent the boat racing down the river. Alex lost his balance for a second and dropped his rod into the water.

"Sit down, Alex! The boat's going to tip over!"

Jacob had barely spoken the words when he leaned over in the opposite direction. When he did so, the boat went crashing into some rocks near to the river bank. They jumped out into the shallow water and pulled the boat onto land. It was immediately obvious that it had been damaged.

"Now what do we do?" Alex shouted. Suddenly he spotted something that looked like a red rooftop. "I'm going to climb that hill and see if I can get help. Wait here in case someone comes by."

We're in the middle of nowhere and he wants me to wait for help, Jacob thought. He rolled his eyes and the more he thought about it, the angrier he got.

Alex was at the top of the hill when Jacob heard him shout, "You've got to see this! Come and take a look!"

Jacob looked up at Alex and down at the boat. "What about the boat?" he asked.

"Leave it! Come on! You've got to see this! There's a lighthouse up here!" Alex gestured impatiently for Jacob to follow him.

(Na podstawie: Debbie J. Embrey, The Fishing Trip)

6.3. From the text we learn that Jacob A. needed Alex's instructions to find the cracked egg. B. had insufficient experience in controlling the boat. C. planned to return from the trip before dusk. D. wanted to visit a place he had been to before.

6.4. What started the boys' problems on the river? A. The boat tipped over and started sinking. B. The boat changed course when Alex stood up. C. The boat collided with an underwater object. D. The boys jumped into the water to get a fishing rod back.

6.5. When the boys came ashore, A. Jacob refused to leave the boat. B. Alex climbed up a hill to seek assistance. C. they had a heated argument over what to do. D. they were amazed at the sight of a lighthouse.

Przeczytaj tekst. Z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, tak aby otrzymać logiczny i gramatycznie poprawny tekst. Zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B, C albo D.

CROWS CAN CLEAN UP OUR STREETS

About 4.5 trillion cigarette filters are dropped on the world's streets each year. But one start-up company, called Crowded Cities, is working on training crows to recognize and pick up cigarette butts. Crows are among the most intelligent members of the animal kingdom and 7.1. _____ the idea of training them to pick up litter is not as crazy as it may sound. According to studies, they already use certain tools in their own habitats. What's more, they respond well to reward systems and are 7.2. _____ of learning from one another.

The founders of Crowded Cities got the idea to use crows for their project when they 7.3. _____ some information about a man named Joshua Klein, who teaches crows to collect coins.

An important step in the crows' training is to teach them to drop the cigarette filters into special machines, called CrowBars. If an item dropped into a CrowBar is identified by the machine as a cigarette butt, it releases a piece of food for the crow as a reward. This 7.4. _____ in order to encourage the crow to return with more cigarette butts. If this scheme proves to be successful, cigarette butts will be easily removed from streets.

(Na podstawie: recycle.ab.ca)

7.1. A. despite B. though C. therefore D. because

7.2. A. likely B. skilful C. gifted D. capable

7.3. A. came up B. came about C. came across D. came round

7.4. A. is done B. is doing C. used to do D. has been doing

Przeczytaj tekst. Uzupełnij każdą lukę (8.1.–8.4.) jednym wyrazem, przekształcając wyraz podany w nawiasie, tak aby otrzymać logiczny i gramatycznie poprawny tekst. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność ortograficzna wpisywanych wyrazów.

MOOSE MUST STOP LICKING CARS

There are plenty of amusing road signs around the world. This winter, pictures of an official road sign from a Canadian National Park were 8.1. (WIDE) _____ shared on social media. The sign warned drivers not to let moose lick their cars. Moose, large deer living in North America, are a frequent sight in Canada, and their 8.2. (ADDICT) _____ to salt is well-known. During the winter months, road maintenance services use salt to 8.3. (SURE) _____ drivers' safety and to melt snow and ice on the slippery roads. It is not uncommon to see moose licking salt off the roads. But now it seems that moose have developed a 8.4. (PREFER) _____ for licking cars which have been splashed with road salt. Recently, the moose have decided that the salt found on vehicles is particularly delicious. But if you let moose lick the salt on your car, the animals may lose their natural fear of cars, which could lead to serious accidents.

(Na podstawie: edition.cnn.com; źródło: jalopnik.com)

Uzupełnij zdania 9.1.–9.4., wykorzystując podane w nawiasach wyrazy w odpowiedniej formie. Nie należy zmieniać kolejności podanych wyrazów, trzeba natomiast – jeżeli jest to konieczne – dodać inne wyrazy, tak aby otrzymać logiczne i gramatycznie poprawne zdania. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność ortograficzna wpisywanych fragmentów. Uwaga: w każdą lukę możesz wpisać maksymalnie cztery wyrazy, wliczając w to wyrazy już podane.

9.1. Last year, Jack (be / involve / organize) _____ a campaign to protect penguins, so we want to nominate him for an award for his efforts.

9.2. He got soaked in the rain. He should (take / umbrella) _____ before he set off.

9.3. Nobody managed (find / easy) _____ solution than Susan, so we used her idea.

9.4. She wanted to take the lift, but it (be / order) _____ that day, so she had to use the stairs.