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The Falkland Islands This group of small and relatively unknown islands (1) be found in the South Atlantic Ocean about 300 miles from the Argentinian coast and roughly 750 miles from Antarctica. The two main islands are called east and west Falkand, with more than 700 hundred smaller islands making (2) the archipelago, totalling 4,700 square miles, Most of (3) is baron grassland that is unusable for farming crops due to the wet weather resulting in boggy unstable ground. The population of this remote British territory is in the region of 3,400. Mainly living in the capital Port Stanely and other small towns dotted (4) the coast, there are however, a high number of sheep farmers. In fact, it has (5) said that the sheep population outnumbers the humans. Because of its close proximity to the southern point of the planet, with an almost unthinkable climate, (6) the hardiest of wild animals are able to survive. Penguins and Sea Lions have a permanent residence; in addition Killer Whales are regular visitors as the icy waters make the perfect feeding ground. Recently, these fascinating creatures have caught the (7) of wildlife tourists wishing to catch sight of these any many more wild species in one of the few remaining purely natural habitats left (8) earth. [email protected] www jntercambioidiomasonline.com Answers This group of small and relatively unknown islands can be found in the South Atlantic Ocean about 300 miles from the Argentinian coast roughly 750 miles from Antarctica. The two main islands are called east and west Falkand, with more than 700 hundred smaller islands making up the archipelago, totalling 4,700 square miles. Most of which is baron grassland that is unusable for farming crops due to the wet weather resulting in boggy unstable ground. The population of this remote British territory is in the region of 3,400. Mainly living in the capital Port Stanely and other small towns dotted around the coast, there are however, a high number of sheep farmers. In fact, it has been said that the sheep population outnumbers the humans. Because of its close proximity to the southern point of the planet, with an almost unthinkable climate, only the hardiest of wild animals are able to survive. Penguins and Sea Lions have a permanent residence; in addition Killer Whales are regular visitors as the icy waters make the perfect feeding ground. Recently, these fascinating creatures have caught the attention of wildlife tourists wishing to catch sight of these any many more wild species in one of the few remaining purely natural habitats left on earth. [email protected] — www.intercambioidiomasonline.com Fill in the gaps in the text with one word. More than one answer may be possible. The Demographic Transition Overpopulation seems to be (1) of the buzz words of the 21st century. People are concerned that developed areas of the world will be (2) run by refugees from less developed nations. However, there is a model that throws this whole argument (3) of the window, “The Demographic Transition”. this four-stage model, created in 1929 by American demographer Warren Thompson, explains (4) birth and death rates stablize as a nation becomes more developed and (5), discarding the theory of the world becoming (6) over populated. In fact, it is widely believed that the world’s population will never exceed 12 billion. The time for this process to complete can vary between nations, with many European nations having (7) completed the dempgraphic transition. Iran and Malasia did is in record time whereas there are other nations still carrying (8) the process. What is clear is that all nations are in at least one stage and this transition is the norm rather than an exception. So whatever your motive for wanting to avoid over population, we can all relax on the issue as it seems to be a chimera. [email protected] inter fi in Answers: The Demographic Transition Overpopulation seems to be one of the buzz words of the 21st century. People are concerned that developed areas of the world will be over run by refugees from less developed nations. However, there is a model that throws this whole argument out of the window, “The Demographic Transition”. this four-stage model, created in 1929 by American demographer Warren Thompson, explains how birth and death rates stablize as a nation becomes more developed and thus, discarding the theory of the world becoming too over populated. In fact, it is widely believed that the world’s population will never exceed 12 billion. The time for this process to complete can vary between nations, with many European nations having already completed the dempgraphic transition. Iran and Malasia did is in record time whereas there are other nations still carrying out the process. What is clear is that all nations are in at least one stage and this transition is the norm rather than an exception. So whatever your motive for wanting to avoid over population, we can all relax on the issue as it seems to be a chimera. [email protected] www. intercambioidiomasonline.com Fill in the gaps in the text with one word. More than one answer may be possible. THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY Were there (1) a beakthrough in physics that would change the world, (2) the suggestions would be this faimed discovery without a doubt. This theory changed the way physisists proposed the concepts of time and space. Basically this theory, determined in 1905 by Albert Einstein, was ten years in the making and in reality, (3) not officially published until 1905. It was a pioneering way of thinking that set (4) the pathway for further discoveries that would (5) have been unreachable. Einstein's theory of special relativity suggested as a (6) of his theory that space and time were far more interwoven than previously conceived. As a direct consequence of this theory, Einstein stated that on account of the findings of this theory, an occurence in one time for one observer, might actually take place at a different time for (7). So next time you happen to look up at the stars, consider it a form of timetravel, looking back (8) the past and contemplating the infinity of the universe. [email protected] yaw intercambioidiomasonline.com Answers: ‘THE THEORY OF RELATIVITY Were there ever a beakthrough in physics that would change the ‘world, among the suggestions would be this faimed discovery without a doubt Tis theory changed the way physisists proposed the concepts of time and space. Basically this theory, determined in 1905 by Albert Einstein, was ten years in the making and in really, was not officially published until 1905. It was a pioneering way of thinking that set out the pathway for futher discoveries that would otherwise have been unreachable Einstein's theory of special relativity suggested as a result of his theory that space and ime were far more interwoven than previously conceived. AS 2 direct consequence of this theory, Einstein stated that on account ofthe inings of this theory, an occurence in onetime for fone observer, might actully take place at a diferent time for ‘another. So next time you happen to look up at the stars, consider ita focm of timeravel, looking back Into the past and contemplating te infin of te universe. Flin the gaps in the text wih one word, More than one answer ‘may be possible. ‘The Frequency Elect The Frequency Effect is the name denoted ___ (1) a psychological phenomenoa in (2) a person seems to recognise something faster based on the frequency with which they are in contact with his sai thing. tis___(8) apparent in ‘words and language learning as high frequency words change the way the brain encodes information, thus, strengthening module Connections. Have you ever had the sensation that you seem to be hearing oF viewing a certain werd more often than __ (4) ‘orm? This is an occurence that comes about __ (6) fo the feoquency affect. Our brain convinces us that we fe figuratively ‘boing chased by this information as everytime we happen to hear it, we reinforce our _(6) hypothesis. Another side effect of the frequency effect isthe complete opposite: information that has been consolidated __(7) our memory can be brushed over hile reacing or listening @s our brain no ___(8) feels the need to focus attention on it. Though there have been critcisms ofthis theory, it is sill a highly regarded phenomenon in. the teaching-learing process. Answers: “The Frequency Effect ‘The Frequency Effect is the name denoted to a psychological Phenomenon in which a person seems to recognise something faster based on the frequency with which they are in contact with this sad thing. tis ever apparent in words and language learning as high frequency words change the way the brain encodes: Information, thus, strengthening module connections. Have you fever had the sensation that you seem to be hearing or viewing & certain word more atten than the nor? This isan accurence that comes about due tothe frequency effect: Our bran convinces Us that we is figuratively being chased by this information as every lime we happen to hear i, we reinforce our own hypothesis ‘Another side effect of the frequency effect is the complete ‘opposite; information that has been consolidated into our memory can be brushed over while reading or listening 2s our brain no longer feels the need to focus attention on it. Though there have been cricisms of this theory, itis stil a highly regarded Phenomenon in the teaching-learring process. Fill in the gaps in the text with one word. More than one answer may be possible. What are the positive factors that come out due to mass migration? Mass migration is happening nowadays amongst people from Arabic countries especially from Syria. It is (1) actual and controversial problem as people have different opinions about it. Although it can have some problems. (2) sure, as | see it, it has a lot of benefits to name, like for example a multicultural environment, which implies different languages. It can (3) carry an extension of customs, traditions, recipes, clothes, etc. The main advantage | can see from all of this is the variety of languages that can be in the same place. It would (4) be hard for the people at the beginning, but in the long term, for the following generations they would have a great knowledge of languages and that is a clear benefit (5) this process, as it is translated into a higher level of education which is related to research and development of the country, so for the economy as (6). Then, at the same time that people are integrating into society, they will do the same with their typical traditions and food. The culinary influence can lead (7) an extended variety and mixture of dishes, which is an obvious advantage too. To conclude, mass migration can be a beneficial process for (8) reasons, but as a general idea, it can make a society richer in all senses and the people more open-minded. [email protected] yw intercambioidiomasonline.com Answers: an for also probably from well to several/many/various EPNONRONn> [email protected] Flin the gaps with one word, More than one option might be possible. Winning arguments Its widely believed that when confict is involved, thee is never really a winner. One of the partes will always come off being offended or it could all__(1) info an endless disagreement But when arguing wih Someone, especialy when you know you are ___(2) about something, one should bear in mind a few key facies, The frst thing is that facts do not convince, how many times have we (@) the same mindless old-wives tales repeated, “cold weather makes you il” is one of my pet hates. ‘There is an element of persuasion known ___ (8) n-group bis that can be a key facior in gaining the upper hand in an argument This means that we generally only take into account a person's Viewpoint i we beliave them to be similar tous, Ths is why tan be a good idea to try to relate __ (6) your opponent, instead of Pointing out your diferences. The second thing is to keep your temper and not lose control. Having a ___ (6) of salf contol and recurring to anger, shouting or even voience will not help your standing in an argument. One must be patient and logical in the face of adversiy. Finally ry 10 stay on point and not (7) your adversary o change the topic suddenly itis very easy T0 90 off topic and realise thal you are arguing about something completely diferent from the original point. So, if you take these points (8) account, maybe next time no one will come out offended and an argument can also become something almost enjoyable whenever it flows a logical path ANSWERS: 4. tun 2-right 3. heard fas 5.10 6 lack 7. allow B.into Fillin the gaps with one word. More than one option might be possible. ‘Anew way of dating Iti undoubtedly the case that inthis day and age we spend so ‘much time suring the net. We check our mobile phones over and ‘over, either because we use them to work, orjust__(1) ofthe social networks. AS a___(2) of this, it's not rare fo meet new ‘people online in order to find a partner. It may sound abit crazy (@) I can tell you it's fun enough! 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In ___ (8), itis ‘becoming increasingly dificult to find a job without being able to speak 3 second language, Companies based on diferent counties are constant working together and people are being ‘asked to be capable of communicating not only in Spanish but in ther languages such as Engish too. It could be argued that there sno ___(5) in learning a bird language being Spanish and English two of the most spoken languages around the word While some people may not be keen ___ (6) doing 50, i is Important to remember that learning a new language alows us to value and understand different cultures. It is therefore vital that ‘governments encourage people to study ___(7) languages by ‘offering grants and advertising the benefits of doing s0. To sum ‘up leaming more ___(8) one language, especialy English is vital nowadays inorder to be productive, travel abroad and Crerattemeartodemasnnecon_nacionssnea so Answers Never doubt due ‘addliton point ‘other than Fill inthe gaps inthe text with one word. More than one answer may be possible. Which kind of amenities are needed most in your area’? [With the writing ofthis essay, what | would like to achieve isto Giscuss the facies that are of ___ (1) utmest importance in cur society and that may be needed most in my area. Despite there ___ (2) muliple choices, have decided o debate two of thom that fam my point of view are essential in my area. To begin with, I would tke to taik__(3) car parks because this fs known, to be @ huge issue in my area. Owing to the fact thatthe city council has removed parking spaces in place of new constructions, there are ___ (4) enough car parks in my area nowadays. Given that many people live in my neighbouthood, 1 reckon that the city council must take (6) account this problem and offer a quick solution to the citizens by supplying ‘thom with altemative car parking options such as special prices in nearby parking areas, or ___(6) new facies in that cistrct Secondly, | would Ike to discuss the necessity of a new history museum in my area. As___(7) a8 | am concerned, a history museum can be a good resource for scious to help to educate the students. Given the fact that there is a primary school in my neighbourhood, | reckon that the opening of 2 new history museum could bring history closer to younger students, making them aware of the rch culture that is there to be discovered Offering them an ateratve ____ (8) history books and even being able to get them into history in general. To sum up, car parks are the most essential fact n my area due to the fact that the residents need a space where they can pack thelr vehicles, but the issue of a museum is also in need of retlecton. Cromptcnecantctonsininecim —_isantnsansnna Flin the gaps in the text with one word. More than one answer ‘may be possible. ‘Communication is much easier today than it was for people 100 years ago. Don't you agree?” ‘Communication isthe action of sharing some information among people and even ___ (1) animals. From time to time, it has changed greatly. What this essay proposes is to describe how ‘communication has changed and ifit is easier now (2) it was years ago. Firstly, technology has been crucial to communicate with people (9) the word. For example, traveling to other counties to vist relatives was expensive and a tenuous task, $0 using @ telephone, not only was @ great technological innovation to bein touch ___(4) your friends and family, but also was a convenient tool. Telephones were the fastest way to speak fo someone and above all, it was quile expensive, so only a __ (5) people were able to make these kinds of calls and even purchase a telephone. ___(6) present, when going to a café or restaurant and checking out what those ‘around you are up f, itis strange to see people talking to each other. Why? Smartphones are the main focal point. The population is not aware ofthe importance of communicating face to face, ke people of the past (7) to do. Chidren are Imitating heir parenis and tater, they will not develop the necessary skis in order to deal with challenging situation. Thus, Communication is much easior nowadays, however, there is no (6) in having a lot of resources and uses them inappropriately. Cepretcemeartadimainnacon tains Answer: with than ‘around wth used point z capeeantadumaonna con Fillin the gaps inthe text with one word. More than one answer may be possible. Ecotourism ‘You may be asking youself, what on earth is ecotourism? Ecotourism was fest defined in 1900 as responsible travel ___ (1) natural ‘teas that conserves the enwronment in its natural sates and Improves the wel-being ofthe local people. This i a fr ey away 2 the od slogans of te 1860's tat only focussed on financial ‘ain. I can also be known as green Wave, osponsibio vavel or ostainabla ravel. The main idea behind eoatourim or tha ethos if you prefer, “reveling more sustainably makes te word (2) better place”. The idea behind tis typeof ravelis simple to everyone, but the confsion comes io when we look at practical ways of ‘achieving (), we can rter to the best methods ae "take only Bictues, leave only footprints" approach, in which the general idea is to lava paces without a trace of us evechaving baen there inthe rst place. Travel experts stress __(5) overtime you wil reso that you don’t need to spend an arm and a leg to achieve ths type of travel, you can become an eco‘tiendy traveller on @ shoesting long a8 you folow a few simple rules, such as: save water, save energy (6) respect others including the natural wid, Geter ‘han tha, 666 ours looks to injoct much needed funds into te local ‘2129s to ‘stimulate francil gronth and sustainable development of facies. Individually we can harly make a diference, but collectively we can make great leaps towards changing attitudes and (7) a teal pact that wil be both long lasting and feasible, This sa, we ‘ees to start off at an individual vel for any ofthis to be achieved. (is why wo need to start tho etaton process at a grass ‘ects level and make sure we buld fora better and brighter utr, Comrinceientictmineson —— wenlaanbiionnerions ANSWERS: oh, .28d2

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