Angielski PR — Maj 2025

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie trzy teksty. Z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, zgodną z treścią nagrania.

W zadaniach 1.1. i 1.2. zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B albo C.

Tekst 1.

1.1. The speaker argues that A. more and more people are doing proper workouts in outdoor gyms. B. more public money should be spent on outdoor gyms. C. outdoor gyms have a significant weakness.

Tekst 2.

1.2. It can be concluded from the text that A. key holders can never be sure how long they will have the car for. B. each key holder decides when to pass the car on to another driver. C. there is a set time limit within which key holders have to find the car.

W zadaniach 1.3.–1.6. zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B, C albo D.

Tekst 3. (do zadań 1.3.–1.6.)

1.3. Ben's present occupation does NOT involve A. searching for clues. B. analyzing evidence. C. interviewing witnesses. D. establishing the circumstances of a disaster.

1.4. Ben found the discovery of HMAS Sydney most exciting because A. the shipwreck was discovered on Christmas morning. B. it was made without the use of modern technology. C. it happened during his first major expedition. D. success came more quickly than expected.

1.5. The USS San Diego A. no longer lies on the seabed. B. is a military ship which sank in 1962. C. was saved from being cut into pieces. D. stopped being protected by law in 2006.

1.6. When answering the last question, Ben aims to A. express his admiration for shipwreck hunters. B. encourage a spirit of exploration in his listeners. C. inspire geography teachers to follow in his footsteps. D. broaden listeners' knowledge of the story of a certain shipwreck.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

One. Outdoor gyms provide an opportunity to work out for those who cannot afford regular gyms and fitness equipment. I do love it when money is invested in getting people outdoors, but many will not use such equipment correctly because at outdoor gyms there are no professionals to show you how to use the equipment. I believe public funds could be spent in a better way. To my mind, more money should be put into getting people fit through gym subscriptions or personal trainers. I've been training clients for 15 years, and I believe that outdoor gyms can't replace sessions in regular gyms, where you're shown what to do. (adapted from irishtimes.com)

Two. In a popular video game the main character can get into any locked car at any time. Well, this concept has inspired a group of New York artists to create an unusual project. They are selling specially designed keys for $20 each, which all unlock the same car. However, the location of the car is a mystery. To find the car, people who buy the keys can call a hotline which gives clues on the car's current whereabouts in New York City. When a key holder approaches the mystery car, a green LED light on the key turns on. The specific appearance and model of the vehicle have not been revealed, but it's thought to be a popular, turbo-powered classic. If you find the car, it's yours to drive, at least for a while. But you are not its owner, you are only a temporary user. One thing is certain: sooner or later another key holder will claim it from you. (adapted from highxtar.com; hypebeast.com)

Three. Today, my guest is Ben Jones, a shipwreck hunter and a former detective. Ben, tell us how your experience as a police investigator relates to your present occupation.

Old sunken ships are in some ways like crime scenes. You need to examine the clues you find on the seabed. Then you put the elements together to reconstruct the circumstances that led to a disaster. In many ways, I'm still a detective, but my investigations take place underwater. My previous experience in documenting crime scenes has turned out to be a great asset. What I miss is the possibility of conducting an interrogation, for example when a witness unexpectedly reveals some valuable information. With historic shipwrecks, there's nobody to tell you what really happened. A key thing police investigation has in common with shipwreck hunting these days is that it can't be done without high-tech. You need sophisticated equipment to find sunken ships.

What about the most memorable shipwreck hunt you've been on?

It is hard to pick the most memorable one because I've been very lucky in having led quite a few remarkable searches. I will always remember the Lucona because it was my first major search. However, the most exciting moment was when we discovered the wreck of HMAS Sydney off the coast of Western Australia in March 2008. Not many people gave us a chance of ever finding it as they likened the search to a "needle in a thousand haystacks". When the wreck popped up on our computer screens, after only 68 hours of searching, we all went a bit crazy jumping around like little children on Christmas morning! It was the single most exhilarating moment in my career.

Why do you think shipwreck hunting is so appealing?

For me, personally, being the first to see the wreck of a ship which sank decades or centuries ago is a reward in itself. But for many shipwreck divers the most exciting part is the opportunity to collect different artefacts, especially from military ships. One famous shipwreck is the USS San Diego, which sank off the coast of Long Island in 1918. In 1962 the US Navy sold it to a company which planned to collect metal from the wreck for recycling, but local organizations fought against this and the project was eventually abandoned. For 40 years divers explored and recovered artefacts from the shipwreck, making it one of the most popular dive locations in the USA. However, in 2006 it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places and it became illegal to collect artefacts there.

And the last question: Is there anything else you would like to share that would be of interest to young people?

I'm sure you've learned in your geography lessons that 70 per cent of our planet is covered by water, but most people don't realize that 80 per cent of this remains unexplored. In other words, there are tons of crazy things hidden in the deep, still waiting to be found. Surprising geological formations, entire cities and treasures. Have I stirred your imagination? An estimated three million shipwrecks lie at the bottom of the sea. Each of them has its own unique story. Perhaps one of them is waiting for you to discover. (adapted from disasters-shipwrecks.blogspot.com; uw360asia; tdisdi.com)

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie pięć wypowiedzi na temat biur. 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 mentions:

A. a solution which he/she hasn't found fully satisfying. B. a feature of the workplace which is frequently neglected. C. an action taken in response to someone's irritating behaviour. D. a solution which provoked comments from other staff members. E. his/her boss's complaints about workers not focusing on their work. F. an item which is used to signal that somebody doesn't want to be disturbed.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

One. In my previous job I was bothered by the bright office lights. I would often wear a hat or sunglasses in my workspace. Sometimes, I even taped a piece of paper to the top of my head so it would stick out in front of me and block out the light. Then, one day, the manager brought in a huge screen which looked like the side of a tent. When it was being set up, my colleagues made remarks like, "Are you going camping?" We all had a good laugh, but it turned out to be a really brilliant idea. (adapted from highlysensitiveperson.net)

Two. Our office has recently moved. The former location was very convenient, with a subway stop just next door. The current location is much worse, because public transport in the area is limited. Now it takes me up to an hour and 15 minutes to get to work, while it used to take me only about 40 minutes. I talked to my managers about the new commute, and they approved a change in my schedule. Now they let me begin work half an hour later, so I can avoid the worst of the rush hour. But I must say, it only partly works for me. I'm still spending a lot of extra time commuting, and of course I finish work later. Every day convinces me that this cannot be a long-term arrangement. (adapted from askamanager.org)

Three. If you hate the lights in your office, you're not alone. A recent study conducted by the American Society of Interior Designers shows that 68% of employees are dissatisfied with their office lighting. That's a large percentage of people. And it's not a question of personal taste. It's a practical daily issue. Too often, this aspect of office design does not receive the attention it deserves. As a result, office workers often bring in their own table lamps. It's no secret that bad lighting can strain your eyes, cause headaches or lack of focus and result in lower productivity. (adapted from inc.com)

Four. I work in an open-plan office. We have an unofficial agreement that when people put on their headphones they are not to be interrupted, because they are trying to concentrate. This arrangement is respected by nearly everyone. But one manager often ignores it and shocks people by waving his hand in front of their faces. This is just ridiculous and so inconsiderate towards others. As a manager he is supposed to ensure good working conditions, but he doesn't care that his behaviour is really bothersome and has a negative influence on our effectiveness at work. (adapted from reddit.com)

Five. There is someone at work who was always bringing in strong-smelling food for lunch and heating it up in the microwave. A number of clients who came to our office commented on the smell and I also made a complaint about it. Most of my colleagues felt annoyed as well. They kept saying that the smell affected their concentration. I suggested that some kind of policy should be introduced and, thankfully, it was. The ventilation system was also improved. (adapted from askamanager.org)

Usłyszysz dwukrotnie informacje dotyczące zasad obowiązujących w bibliotece akademickiej. Na podstawie informacji zawartych w nagraniu uzupełnij luki 3.1.–3.4. w poniższej notatce, tak aby jak najbardziej precyzyjnie oddać sens wysłuchanego tekstu. Luki należy uzupełnić w języku angielskim.

Transkrypcja nagrania:

It's my great pleasure to welcome you to the University Library. When you're visiting the library, there are a number of rules you need to be aware of.

First of all, there are two different types of study zones in the library building, which are marked red or green. Red zones are meant for individual silent study. You should avoid making any noise which might disturb those who are studying there. Phones don't have to be switched off, but you must put them into silent mode. Green zones have more relaxed rules. Students can work in groups, talk to friends and make phone calls. However, please always try to keep your conversations quiet.

Another library rule relates to food and drink. You should be aware that no food is permitted inside the library apart from the common room, which is situated in front of the library security gate next to reception. Anyone found eating beyond the library security gate will be asked to leave or throw their food away. Drinks may be consumed throughout the building as long as they are in cups or bottles with lids which prevent spilling.

And now, the part you've all been waiting for, how to get your library card. It's recommended that you order your library card in advance by filling in the application form on our website. Remember to do this no later than a week ahead of your first visit so that we can process your application. To collect your card, you will need to come to the library in person and show your ID. You can also fill in the appropriate application form at the reception desk, but be prepared to wait. The application process can take up to 30 minutes.

Last but not least, the library offers limited locker facilities. The lockers are useful if you have borrowed quite a few books and don't want to carry them around the campus. Please remember that the lockers are only for books which you have checked out from our library. There is a small fee for the use of a locker, but for students with disabilities there is no charge. The lockers are assigned through an online booking system on a first-come-first-served basis. They can be found on every floor of the library.

Now, I think I've covered all the important points. Please remember that our friendly library staff are always ready to assist you. (adapted from lse.ac.uk)

Przeczytaj tekst, który został podzielony na cztery części (A–D), oraz pytania go dotyczące (4.1.–4.5.). 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 mention:

SNOWED UNDER

A. The observatory on the summit of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the United Kingdom, was set up by the Scottish Meteorological Society. A public appeal was launched to fund its construction. Queen Victoria is known to have given a generous sum, but there were also other sponsors. Between 1883, when the observatory opened, and 1904, when its closure was announced, meteorologists at the site undertook detailed weather observations. They gathered comprehensive information about atmospheric phenomena.

B. The observations were published in the Transactions of the Royal Society of Edinburgh and they are some of the most detailed records of the weather in the Victorian era. But what was it like to live and work on Ben Nevis? The weather conditions were severe: 100 mph winds were common, the temperature would sometimes drop to –15°C, and the weathermen lived "inside a cloud" for most of the year. One winter, heavy blizzards left the summit covered in a 5 ft (1.5 m) layer of snow and they found themselves snowed in, so they had no other choice but to undertake the exhausting task of digging tunnels to leave the observatory. Despite the harsh conditions on Ben Nevis, the meteorologists carried on with their work.

C. Sometimes they had to develop unusual solutions in order to perform their duties, and they always had to be prepared for the unexpected. Once, the observatory was struck by lightning, which came down the chimney and set the wooden panels of the interior on fire. Fortunately, the blaze was speedily and fairly effortlessly extinguished. Due to a lack of public funding and private donations, the weather station ceased operating in October 1904, though the outcome of the meteorologists' work lives on.

D. The ambition of the meteorologists was to make the data they collected accessible to aid weather forecasting and mountain meteorology. Following the closure of the observatory, the data lay hidden in dusty archives for a long time. However, they were recently republished in digital form. More than 3,500 volunteers accomplished the digitization in less than three months. This success may result from the fact that the story of the meteorologists living in such a remote observatory and hostile environment was a wonderful inspiration. The undertaking received extensive media coverage. Social media were most helpful in spreading information about the digitization and providing regular updates on its progress.

Na podstawie: rmets.onlinelibrary.wiley.com; bbc.com

Przeczytaj tekst, z którego usunięto pięć fragmentów. Wpisz w każdą lukę (5.1.–5.5.) literę, którą oznaczono brakujący fragment (A–F), tak aby otrzymać spójny i logiczny tekst. Uwaga: jeden fragment został podany dodatkowo i nie pasuje do żadnej luki.

CHALKING DAY

It's early morning and I am standing in the valley near the village of Uffington in Oxfordshire, England, looking up at the high curve of grassland above me. One thing dominates the view. Across the side of the hill runs an enormous white stick figure, a horse cut from the chalk. It has a thin body, a curiously long tail and a round eye set in a square head. This is the Uffington White Horse, the oldest of the English hill figures, the size of a football field and visible from 20 miles away. 5.1. _____ They are volunteers who are coming to clean it.

It's chalking day, a cleaning ritual that has happened here regularly for three millennia. Hammers, buckets of chalk and kneepads are handed out, and then everyone is allocated an area. 5.2. _____ Commenting on the job they are doing, one of the participants jokes: "It's the world's largest colouring book."

"Chalking" the horse was already an ancient custom when the historian Francis Wise wrote about it in 1736. 5.3. _____ These days, it's a quieter event. The only sounds are the wind, distant birdsong and the thumping of hammers on the chalk. Still, the tradition of maintaining the horse's elegant lines and clearing it of weeds is continued. The volunteers of today are following in the footsteps of the ancients, caring for the horse in much the same way as it was done 3,000 years ago.

It might seem strange that the horse has such an unstable form, which tends to disappear slowly with the passing of time. 5.4. _____ The need to maintain it might have been the horse's original function – to gather people to do a common task. Today's cleaning is thus an echo of an early ritual.

Up on the hill, it's not possible to view the whole horse at once; the curve of the slope gets in the way and the sheer scale of it confuses the eye. It is only from the valley below that the whole picture can be taken in. 5.5. _____ Reportedly, they even arrange their rooms so that they sit facing the horse.

Na podstawie: smithsonianmag.com; Źródła: kottke.org; nationaltrust.org.uk

A. Back then, thousands of people used to come for the chalking every four years, after which they held a fair, with dancing and singing, in the circle of a prehistoric fort nearby. B. Looking at the lower part of the slope, I notice the small figures of people climbing slowly towards the hillside where the chalk horse is. C. To the people who live there, the white figure of a horse springing timelessly across the side of the hill is part of the background of their daily life. D. For example, during World War II, it was covered over with grass and leaves so that Luftwaffe bombers couldn't use it for navigation. E. Archaeologists, however, believe this could have been intentional, as from the start the horse required regular upkeep to stay visible. F. The cleaners, commonly called "chalkers", kneel and whiten the stony pathways with chalk inch by inch.

Przeczytaj dwa teksty związane ze szkoleniem psów. Wykonaj zadania 6.1.–6.8. zgodnie z poleceniami.

Tekst 1. BUSTER

"Will, if you're looking for a great dog, Buster is the one you want," Nick assured me. The next morning, I woke up with schoolboy excitement. I was going to meet my new dog soon. I felt as though it was Christmas morning and presents were waiting for me under the tree. Whether Buster would be equally delighted to meet me remained to be seen. He was three years old and I was about to become his third handler. As a military working dog, he could still have three or four other people to call master, before his retirement.

When I reached Buster's accommodation, he was pacing around, every now and again looking up to see who was coming. He gave me a very cool glance and his face expressed something that I could only describe as annoyed disapproval. I got the distinct feeling that he was decidedly unimpressed with me. Not to worry, I had some dog treats that were bound to break that ice.

"Sit. Wait. Go!" I was right. The first treat disappeared without a trace. I'm not sure if it was the treat that made the difference, but whatever it was, Buster was soon a very changed dog. He was round my legs as if they were covered in juicy steaks. He was so bouncy, happy and ready for his walk, his breakfast and a bit of fun. Nick was right, this dog really knew all the ropes and all the tricks, and he was only three years old! I wondered how many others he had fooled with his "I'm so upset" act before he managed to get his tasty treat. A part of me admired Buster for seeing right through me and reaching for the food.

Buster was the dog I wanted to spend the next six months with; who I could imagine sharing my most intimate and fearful moments with. Running cheerfully at my heels, he looked confident, and I was pleased, but this was the moment of truth: if I released him from his lead, would he stay with me or would he run like the wind? Waddo, like most airfields, is home to a million wild rabbits, and so far that morning they must have wondered why the new recruit wasn't trying to chase them. Even when I let him off the lead, Buster paid no attention to them and for me that was very promising. If free-running rabbits didn't bother him, he was less likely to get distracted from his future job in the place to which we were about to be sent.

Na podstawie: Will Barrow, Buster. The Dog Who Saved a Thousand Lives, London 2015.

W zadaniach 6.1.–6.4. z podanych odpowiedzi wybierz właściwą, zgodną z treścią tekstu. Zakreśl jedną z liter: A, B, C albo D.

6.1. From the first paragraph, we learn that A. Will became Buster's owner at Christmas. B. Buster had just finished his military career. C. Will was uncertain how Buster would react to him. D. Buster had worked with three different people before Will got him.

6.2. When Will met Buster for the first time, he A. had a plan for how to make the dog like him. B. noticed the dog respected him right from the start. C. was worried that the dog might unexpectedly attack him. D. saw the dog was too scared to leave his accommodation.

6.3. What do we learn from the third paragraph? A. Will was impressed with the dog's cleverness. B. Will tried to win Buster over by feeding him a steak. C. The dog quickly managed to learn how to pull a rope. D. Despite getting treats, the dog disobeyed Will's commands.

6.4. From the last paragraph, we can conclude that Will A. thought the dog required additional training. B. believed he and Buster could make a good team. C. found the dog too nervous for the job they were about to do. D. realized he shouldn't have used treats to train a military dog.

Tekst 2. The Academy for Dog Trainers — encourages those wishing to develop their dog-handling skills to apply for this award-winning course.

WHAT WE EXPECT. Since our course is provided online, you must be competent at navigating websites, as well as at recording and uploading videos. You must also have a good Internet connection and a phone or digital camera to make films.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN. A major component of the program involves obedience¹ training for fearful and unsociable dogs. You'll learn about genetics, dog breeds and how to market a dog training business. Our course also covers managing aggression in dogs, a skill which is typically ignored in other courses.

HOW YOU PROGRESS. Our program usually takes two years and is divided into four levels. You'll have six months to complete each of them. If you find you're flying through the material and we are satisfied with your training skills, you can advance to the next level sooner. You must demonstrate you've achieved the required standard before you progress to the next level.

WHAT WE REQUIRE. You must submit videos that demonstrate your skills in training specific behaviours and pass the knowledge test for each level. In the event that you fail the test, you will not be able to continue in the program. If this happens before the third level, 50% of the course fee is refundable. Otherwise, the full amount you have paid for the course is kept by the Academy.

HOW MUCH WE CHARGE. To be considered for the course, you must pay a $75non-refundableapplicationfee.Thestandardcoursefeeis$8,500, made up of an initial payment of $3,500uponregistration,followedby$5,000 to be paid after two months. The course fee is lowered to $7,500 if the whole sum is pre-paid before the course starts.

¹ Obedience – posłuszeństwo.

Na podstawie: academyfordogtrainers.com; Źródło: connectbehaviour.co.uk

Uzupełnij luki 6.5.–6.8. zgodnie z treścią tekstu, tak aby jak najbardziej precyzyjnie oddać jego sens. Luki należy uzupełnić w języku angielskim. Uwaga: w każdą lukę możesz wpisać maksymalnie sześć wyrazów.

TO APPLY OR NOT TO APPLY FOR THE COURSE?

PROS

The course content includes working with 6.5. ____________, which is rarely dealt with in other courses.

If you fulfil the requirements for a given level, you will be able to 6.6. ____________ than is normally the case.

CONS

If you don't 6.7. ____________ at the end of the third or fourth level, the Academy won't refund any money.

If you can't afford to pay the entire amount in advance, the course will 6.8. ____________.

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

WOULD YOU FANCY HAVING A BITE?

When you're hungry, sometimes a sandwich is exactly what you need. Sandwiches are nutritious and appetizing, so it's no 7.1. _____ that they are one of the most popular lunch choices today.

As the story goes, the sandwich we are 7.2. _____ with and love today was created in 1762 in England. Most food historians agree that the name 'sandwich' is connected to John Montagu, the 4th Earl of Sandwich, who spent many hours at the card table. During one of his long days of gambling, he requested something from the kitchen that he could eat with his hands, without needing to leave his seat. He 7.3. _____ two pieces of bread with meat in the middle. From that day forward, the sandwich began making its way throughout England.

However, it took a long time for the sandwich to make it to America. The first sandwich was featured in an American cookbook in 1815, 7.4. _____ it wasn't exactly the same type of sandwich as in England. In America, different varieties of sandwiches were created. One of them was 7.5. _____ to as the 'hoggie'. The owner of a grocery shop on Hog Island, Philadelphia, is believed to 7.6. _____ the 'hoggie' about 50 years ago. Apparently, one day a police officer came to the shop complaining that his wife hadn't packed him his lunch, so they offered him a loaf of bread cut in half and filled with meat, olives, onions, lettuce, tomatoes and sauce. And in this way the 'hoggie' was born.

Na podstawie: cellones.com

7.1. A. chance B. reason C. wonder D. possibility

7.2. A. known B. familiar C. famous D. common

7.3. A. brought B. has brought C. was brought D. has been brought

7.4. A. besides B. despite C. instead D. though

7.5. A. referred B. called C. promoted D. considered

7.6. A. being popularized B. have popularized C. be popularized D. popularize

Przeczytaj tekst. Uzupełnij każdą lukę (8.1.–8.4.) jednym wyrazem z ramki, przekształcając go w taki sposób, aby powstał spójny i logiczny tekst. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność gramatyczna i ortograficzna wpisywanych wyrazów. Uwaga: dwa wyrazy zostały podane dodatkowo i nie pasują do żadnej luki.

Wyrazy w ramce: clear, concern, follow, harm, important, prepare

WHY DO POLAR BEARS HAVE BLACK SKIN?

Pictures of polar bears often show white bears in white surroundings. In some languages, they are even known as 'ice bears' or 'white bears'. However, the truth 8.1. ____________ the colours of a polar bear is more complex than most people think.

New-born polar bear cubs fit within the palm of your hand; they are blind and toothless, with pink skin showing through a short white fuzz. Even their little noses and foot pads are pink! But at the age of 3–4 months, their pink skin turns black. Because of their thickening coat of fur, the now black skin is 8.2. ____________ seen only on their nose, lips, and foot pads. Having black skin is of great 8.3. ____________ to the bears. First, darker colours are better at absorbing heat from the sun, which is an advantage to a polar bear trying to stay warm in the Arctic. Second, dark colours give better protection against 8.4. ____________ UV radiation from the sun. The sunlight polar bears are exposed to is intensified when it is reflected off the snow, ice and water that make up the bears' environment.

Na podstawie: polarbearsinternational.org

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 pięć wyrazów, wliczając w to wyrazy już podane.

9.1. Since we (be / not / inform) ____________ the change of location yesterday, we won't be able to get there on time.

9.2. It is common knowledge that rising temperatures have been responsible for melting polar ice caps for quite some time, and the process (be / like / continue) ____________.

9.3. I think we should stop (talk / Peter / idea) ____________. We have spent plenty of time discussing it. Let's see what other people have suggested.

9.4. If I were one of the organizers, I (deal / problem) ____________ first thing tomorrow morning.