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Zadanie 1
get hope hot reach wear wet
WATERPR OOF CLOTHING
There’s nothing worse than feeling bitterly cold and wet, especially
when you are sailing because the chances of 1_________________
a warm and dry place quickly are usually pretty thin. However, there
is good news. There have been new developments in the materials
used to make waterproof clothes which 2_________________ will put
an end to the misery of those who work outdoors in wet conditions.
The new fabric, which is made from polyester fibres with some
silicone elements, makes the clothes more water-repellent. It helps
you to keep warm and dry and can 3_________________ comfortably
for several days as it is very durable. Unlike previous designs, clothes
made from this type of material do not leave you feeling hot and
sticky even after a massive amount of action. The fabrics used allow
the clothes to breathe which means that excess 4_________________
can escape while you stay warm and dry.
Zadanie 2
accept dependent enter get make true
STUDENT LIFE
As soon as my brother 1_________________ by the university in
a town 200 km away from home, he had to decide whether to request
university accommodation or share a flat with friends. He talked
to other people who had studied away from home and they all
recommended 2_________________ a flat because of the greater
freedom he would have. After moving, he embarked on a new life in
which he suddenly became fully responsible for himself.
The 3_________________ is that at first I didn’t believe he would
manage on his own for very long. I thought he would be coming
home every weekend with loads of washing and the flat would end up
really filthy. How surprised I was when I went to visit him and realised
that gaining 4_________________ from our parents was doing him
good. It made him a mature person able to cope with everyday chores
perfectly well.
Zadanie 3
big collect influence keep long take
DICTI ONARIE S
Dictionaries – whether on paper or online – are one of the most
important tools for learning vocabulary.
“A Dictionary of the English Language”, published in 1755, is still
regarded as an incredibly authoritative and 1_________________
reference book. Surprisingly, this dictionary was the work of one
man, Samuel Johnson. Defining the meanings of some 40,000 words
2_________________ him busy for about seven years!
Nowadays, most dictionaries are put together by teams of
lexicographers who work from a large 3_________________ of written
and spoken examples, which is known as a corpus. The authors also
have to refer to articles and books about language and they need
to ask experts in particular subjects about more specialised words
and expressions.
Although contemporary work is done more quickly than in the
past, it is still a 4_________________ process which requires a great
deal of time and effort.
Zadanie 4
able distract get manage strong take
A GOOD BOSS
Since leaving school, I 1_________________ on a number of short-term
jobs, and I know how important it is to have the right sort of person
directing your work. What I learnt is that a good boss must definitely
be knowledgeable and bring energy to the job. At the same time the
person in charge must be able to decide on important issues without
2_________________ by other things. What’s more, a responsible
leader must be good at creating an environment in which others can
shine. Employees need to be provided with feedback about their
3_________________ and weaknesses are and how to work on them
so that they develop their full potential. I also think that what really
matters is the 4_________________ to bring people together and
focus them on a common goal. It’s definitely a real challenge to lead
well but when it’s done properly it can be very rewarding for both
employees and employers.
Zadanie 5
bad broad do die dream make
FAMILY HISTORY
Tracing your ancestors can be a very interesting hobby. But if
you don’t go about it in a methodical way, it can also become
a very frustrating one because people get events mixed up or lose
important documents. To begin with, write down all the names,
dates of births and 1_________________ of all the family members
you or your relatives can remember. After you have collected all the
data, it might be worth 2_________________ inquiries in the parishes
where your ancestors lived. The documents kept there might give
you a 3_________________ picture of your family. And you may find
something surprising. When I began exploring my family’s past,
I found out that one of my relatives was a notorious pirate. I still
remember feeling as if I 4_________________ when I read about it
because, as far as I knew, everybody in my family had worked in the
police forces or in court for generations. Obviously, not everybody!
Zadanie 6
do have like take taste weak
NATI ONAL VEGET ARI AN WEE K
When I was challenged by my friend to become a vegetarian during
National Vegetarian Week, I 1_________________ aback by the fact
that such an event existed at all, as I had never heard about it before.
At first, I thought that my friend had made a mistake because I was
a devout meat eater, who wasn’t used 2_________________ much
else on a plate apart from pork or beef. In fact, I couldn’t imagine
life without a daily portion of meat. I was also afraid that I would
be eating 3_________________ veggies all the time. When the time
came, I received tempting daily recipes and some tips on how to get
the most from a brilliant meat-free lifestyle. My diet included a wide
variety of fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and whole grain and dairy
products quite 4_________________ what I had been used to before.
It was a great experience and now I’m enjoying fruit and vegetables more
Zadanie 7
advice arise common right spend view
HAGGLING
Markets 1_________________ in ancient times wherever people
needed to sell the goods they produced. For many centuries the
main way of trading was by barter, which meant exchanging goods.
Nowadays such practices are rather 2_________________ since
people prefer to pay for their purchases with money.
In many corners of the world people are still expected to haggle
before completing a purchase. The customer and the seller will agree
on a price, but only after what can often be a heated debate. I can
remember 3_________________ a whole day negotiating the price for
a single carpet in Istanbul, but it was worth it: the original price had
been over £600, and I got it for a mere £200!
Obviously, you should be aware that market traditions vary in
different countries, and in some places haggling is an important
part of the process of buying an item, while in others it would be
4_________________ not to even attempt it.
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creative encourage let present see view
PER FORMING NOW AND THEN
As a child I remember 1_________________ to try out my performing
skills, first for the benefit of my parents and grandparents, later for
a larger audience. When I got to Year 5 or 6 of primary school, we
were taken to see different forms of entertainment such as theatre,
opera, ballet and even circus. We looked forward to these outings
with great excitement. 2_________________ the performances, we
would discuss what we liked and disliked about them for hours on
end. Those kinds of activities helped us develop our imagination and
3_________________, which then allowed some to become actors or
performers.
But nowadays we live in the age of television and computers –
they produce an endless stream of entertainment which is always
available. The ever-present TV set or computer also mean that
4_________________ rarely see artists performing live, so the pleasure
of witnessing something very special is gone.
Zadanie 9
able apply credible require see wide
THE BOSTON MARATHON
Running is a popular activity and hundreds of new enthusiasts can
1_________________ jogging along the streets of towns all over the
world every day. More and more people of different shapes, sizes and
2_________________ are also taking to running marathons. As a result,
each year the number of runners completing the challenge of running
the full 42 km of the course is growing.
The Boston Marathon is the oldest and most prestigious race in
the United States, so even for veteran runners, the run is a lifelong
goal. Those 3_________________ to take part in it must qualify with
a time based on their age and gender in another marathon run in the
previous 18 months. After the 2013 bombing of the Boston Marathon,
in which 264 people were injured and some killed, all the next runs
will probably be 4_________________ meaningful and emotional
ones for both runners and spectators
Zadanie 10
accurate do make modify paint represent
THE LONDON UNDERGROUND MAP
The London Underground map is a real icon of the city. The layout of the
map is very original because it provides a clear 1_________________
of a very complex network. The man behind the design was Henry
Beck, an employee of the London Underground Drawing Office, who
first came up with his design for the map in 1931 and whose original
scheme 2_________________ several times so far to incorporate
changes to the network.
Up until 1931, the underground map for London had been rather
messy and confusing. And although it was praised for its geographic
3_________________, it was not easy to understand. The new map was
an enormous success with the public when it 4_________________ its
first appearance on the underground platforms in 1933. The map may
not seem very simple and easy to understand straight away, but once
you’ve got to grips with it, you will see that it’s incredibly handy.
Zadanie 11
accuse be come except take think
DRE AMS
Dreams seem 1_________________ a source of fascination and
inspiration for people for thousands of years. However, as their
appearance is quite mysterious, many often ask themselves what
a dream is or why we dream at all. Recently a team of scientists
studying the subject 2_________________ up with some interesting
conclusions. For a start, although most of people can’t remember
their dreams, everybody without 3_________________ dreams.
The scientists also claim that dreams can have a practical value in
reprocessing the events of the previous day, as they often include
a series of images, 4_________________ and emotions which have
been experienced during that day. However, some dreams are rather
vague and it is hard to make sense of them. So it’s a good idea to keep
a pen and paper by your bed so that you can write them down when
they occur.
Zadanie 12
agree end keep own permit take
CHRI STI AN THE LION
In the summer of 1969 two young Australians, John Rendall
and Anthony “Ace” Bourke, bought a lion cub from the Harrods
department store in London. They called him Christian. In those days
buying large wild animals from a shop or 1_________________ wild
pets for walks wasn’t regarded as an extravagance. They kept him in
a flat in London, then in a house in the countryside, until they asked
the Kenyan authorities for 2_________________ to take it to Kenya.
After several months of bureaucratic battle and having persuaded
George Adamson, an expert on lions, to try to introduce Christian into
the wild, they flew the cub to his new home in Africa. If it hadn’t been
for their persistence, Christian 3_________________ up in a zoo or
a circus living a very miserable life. In 2008 a young American student
rediscovered the footage of the 1971 reunion between Christian and
his former 4_________________. The clip instantly became an Internet
hit and it’s been viewed over 10 million times.
i logiczny tekst. Wymagana jest pełna poprawność ortograficzna i gramatyczna wpisywanych wyrazów. Uwaga: dwa wyrazy zostały
podane dodatkowo i nie pasują do żadnej luki
Zadanie 1
get hope hot reach wear wet
WATERPR OOF CLOTHING
There’s nothing worse than feeling bitterly cold and wet, especially
when you are sailing because the chances of 1_________________
a warm and dry place quickly are usually pretty thin. However, there
is good news. There have been new developments in the materials
used to make waterproof clothes which 2_________________ will put
an end to the misery of those who work outdoors in wet conditions.
The new fabric, which is made from polyester fibres with some
silicone elements, makes the clothes more water-repellent. It helps
you to keep warm and dry and can 3_________________ comfortably
for several days as it is very durable. Unlike previous designs, clothes
made from this type of material do not leave you feeling hot and
sticky even after a massive amount of action. The fabrics used allow
the clothes to breathe which means that excess 4_________________
can escape while you stay warm and dry.
Zadanie 2
accept dependent enter get make true
STUDENT LIFE
As soon as my brother 1_________________ by the university in
a town 200 km away from home, he had to decide whether to request
university accommodation or share a flat with friends. He talked
to other people who had studied away from home and they all
recommended 2_________________ a flat because of the greater
freedom he would have. After moving, he embarked on a new life in
which he suddenly became fully responsible for himself.
The 3_________________ is that at first I didn’t believe he would
manage on his own for very long. I thought he would be coming
home every weekend with loads of washing and the flat would end up
really filthy. How surprised I was when I went to visit him and realised
that gaining 4_________________ from our parents was doing him
good. It made him a mature person able to cope with everyday chores
perfectly well.
Zadanie 3
big collect influence keep long take
DICTI ONARIE S
Dictionaries – whether on paper or online – are one of the most
important tools for learning vocabulary.
“A Dictionary of the English Language”, published in 1755, is still
regarded as an incredibly authoritative and 1_________________
reference book. Surprisingly, this dictionary was the work of one
man, Samuel Johnson. Defining the meanings of some 40,000 words
2_________________ him busy for about seven years!
Nowadays, most dictionaries are put together by teams of
lexicographers who work from a large 3_________________ of written
and spoken examples, which is known as a corpus. The authors also
have to refer to articles and books about language and they need
to ask experts in particular subjects about more specialised words
and expressions.
Although contemporary work is done more quickly than in the
past, it is still a 4_________________ process which requires a great
deal of time and effort.
Zadanie 4
able distract get manage strong take
A GOOD BOSS
Since leaving school, I 1_________________ on a number of short-term
jobs, and I know how important it is to have the right sort of person
directing your work. What I learnt is that a good boss must definitely
be knowledgeable and bring energy to the job. At the same time the
person in charge must be able to decide on important issues without
2_________________ by other things. What’s more, a responsible
leader must be good at creating an environment in which others can
shine. Employees need to be provided with feedback about their
3_________________ and weaknesses are and how to work on them
so that they develop their full potential. I also think that what really
matters is the 4_________________ to bring people together and
focus them on a common goal. It’s definitely a real challenge to lead
well but when it’s done properly it can be very rewarding for both
employees and employers.
Zadanie 5
bad broad do die dream make
FAMILY HISTORY
Tracing your ancestors can be a very interesting hobby. But if
you don’t go about it in a methodical way, it can also become
a very frustrating one because people get events mixed up or lose
important documents. To begin with, write down all the names,
dates of births and 1_________________ of all the family members
you or your relatives can remember. After you have collected all the
data, it might be worth 2_________________ inquiries in the parishes
where your ancestors lived. The documents kept there might give
you a 3_________________ picture of your family. And you may find
something surprising. When I began exploring my family’s past,
I found out that one of my relatives was a notorious pirate. I still
remember feeling as if I 4_________________ when I read about it
because, as far as I knew, everybody in my family had worked in the
police forces or in court for generations. Obviously, not everybody!
Zadanie 6
do have like take taste weak
NATI ONAL VEGET ARI AN WEE K
When I was challenged by my friend to become a vegetarian during
National Vegetarian Week, I 1_________________ aback by the fact
that such an event existed at all, as I had never heard about it before.
At first, I thought that my friend had made a mistake because I was
a devout meat eater, who wasn’t used 2_________________ much
else on a plate apart from pork or beef. In fact, I couldn’t imagine
life without a daily portion of meat. I was also afraid that I would
be eating 3_________________ veggies all the time. When the time
came, I received tempting daily recipes and some tips on how to get
the most from a brilliant meat-free lifestyle. My diet included a wide
variety of fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and whole grain and dairy
products quite 4_________________ what I had been used to before.
It was a great experience and now I’m enjoying fruit and vegetables more
Zadanie 7
advice arise common right spend view
HAGGLING
Markets 1_________________ in ancient times wherever people
needed to sell the goods they produced. For many centuries the
main way of trading was by barter, which meant exchanging goods.
Nowadays such practices are rather 2_________________ since
people prefer to pay for their purchases with money.
In many corners of the world people are still expected to haggle
before completing a purchase. The customer and the seller will agree
on a price, but only after what can often be a heated debate. I can
remember 3_________________ a whole day negotiating the price for
a single carpet in Istanbul, but it was worth it: the original price had
been over £600, and I got it for a mere £200!
Obviously, you should be aware that market traditions vary in
different countries, and in some places haggling is an important
part of the process of buying an item, while in others it would be
4_________________ not to even attempt it.
Zadanie 8
creative encourage let present see view
PER FORMING NOW AND THEN
As a child I remember 1_________________ to try out my performing
skills, first for the benefit of my parents and grandparents, later for
a larger audience. When I got to Year 5 or 6 of primary school, we
were taken to see different forms of entertainment such as theatre,
opera, ballet and even circus. We looked forward to these outings
with great excitement. 2_________________ the performances, we
would discuss what we liked and disliked about them for hours on
end. Those kinds of activities helped us develop our imagination and
3_________________, which then allowed some to become actors or
performers.
But nowadays we live in the age of television and computers –
they produce an endless stream of entertainment which is always
available. The ever-present TV set or computer also mean that
4_________________ rarely see artists performing live, so the pleasure
of witnessing something very special is gone.
Zadanie 9
able apply credible require see wide
THE BOSTON MARATHON
Running is a popular activity and hundreds of new enthusiasts can
1_________________ jogging along the streets of towns all over the
world every day. More and more people of different shapes, sizes and
2_________________ are also taking to running marathons. As a result,
each year the number of runners completing the challenge of running
the full 42 km of the course is growing.
The Boston Marathon is the oldest and most prestigious race in
the United States, so even for veteran runners, the run is a lifelong
goal. Those 3_________________ to take part in it must qualify with
a time based on their age and gender in another marathon run in the
previous 18 months. After the 2013 bombing of the Boston Marathon,
in which 264 people were injured and some killed, all the next runs
will probably be 4_________________ meaningful and emotional
ones for both runners and spectators
Zadanie 10
accurate do make modify paint represent
THE LONDON UNDERGROUND MAP
The London Underground map is a real icon of the city. The layout of the
map is very original because it provides a clear 1_________________
of a very complex network. The man behind the design was Henry
Beck, an employee of the London Underground Drawing Office, who
first came up with his design for the map in 1931 and whose original
scheme 2_________________ several times so far to incorporate
changes to the network.
Up until 1931, the underground map for London had been rather
messy and confusing. And although it was praised for its geographic
3_________________, it was not easy to understand. The new map was
an enormous success with the public when it 4_________________ its
first appearance on the underground platforms in 1933. The map may
not seem very simple and easy to understand straight away, but once
you’ve got to grips with it, you will see that it’s incredibly handy.
Zadanie 11
accuse be come except take think
DRE AMS
Dreams seem 1_________________ a source of fascination and
inspiration for people for thousands of years. However, as their
appearance is quite mysterious, many often ask themselves what
a dream is or why we dream at all. Recently a team of scientists
studying the subject 2_________________ up with some interesting
conclusions. For a start, although most of people can’t remember
their dreams, everybody without 3_________________ dreams.
The scientists also claim that dreams can have a practical value in
reprocessing the events of the previous day, as they often include
a series of images, 4_________________ and emotions which have
been experienced during that day. However, some dreams are rather
vague and it is hard to make sense of them. So it’s a good idea to keep
a pen and paper by your bed so that you can write them down when
they occur.
Zadanie 12
agree end keep own permit take
CHRI STI AN THE LION
In the summer of 1969 two young Australians, John Rendall
and Anthony “Ace” Bourke, bought a lion cub from the Harrods
department store in London. They called him Christian. In those days
buying large wild animals from a shop or 1_________________ wild
pets for walks wasn’t regarded as an extravagance. They kept him in
a flat in London, then in a house in the countryside, until they asked
the Kenyan authorities for 2_________________ to take it to Kenya.
After several months of bureaucratic battle and having persuaded
George Adamson, an expert on lions, to try to introduce Christian into
the wild, they flew the cub to his new home in Africa. If it hadn’t been
for their persistence, Christian 3_________________ up in a zoo or
a circus living a very miserable life. In 2008 a young American student
rediscovered the footage of the 1971 reunion between Christian and
his former 4_________________. The clip instantly became an Internet
hit and it’s been viewed over 10 million times.
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