Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write on the topic Changes in the Way of Education. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words.

Questions 1 and 2 are based on the news report you have just heard

A.Many people have been attacked by Devil Firefish

B. The Mediterranean is a natural habitat of Devil Firefish

C. Invasive species are driving away certain native species

D. A deadly fish has been spotted in the Mediterranean waters

A.It could badly pollute the surrounding waters

B. It could pose a threat to other marine species

C. It could disrupt the food chains there

D. It could add to greenhouse emissions

Questions 3 and 4 are based on the news report you have just heard

A.Cars will not be allowed to enter the city

B. Pedestrians will have free access to the city

C. About half of its city center will be closed to cars

D. Buses will be the only vehicles allowed on its streets

A.The unbearable traffic noise

B. The worsening global warming

C. The ever-growing cost of petrol

D. The rising air pollution in Paris

Questions 5 to 7 are based on the news report you have just heard

A.His house was burnt down in a fire

B. Many of his possessions were stolen

C. His good luck charm sank into the sea

D. His fishing boat got wrecked on a rock

A.Change his fishing locations

B. Find a job in a travel agency

C. Sell the pearl he had kept for years

D. Spend a few nights on a small island

A.His pearl could be displayed in a museum

B. His monstrous pearl was extremely valuable

C.The largest pearl in the world weighs 14 pounds

D. A New York museum has the world ’ s biggest pearl

Questions 8 to 11 are based on the conversation you have just heard

A.It boasts a fairly long history

B. It has over 50 business partners

C. It has 75 offices around the world

D. It produces construction materials

A.It was started by his father

B. It has about 50 employees

C. It is over 100 years old

D. It is a family business

A.Outdated product design

B. Loss of competitive edge

C. Shortage of raw material supply

D. Legal disputes in many countries

A.Introducing innovative marketing strategies

B. Seeking new ways to increase its exports

C. Providing training for its staff members

D. Conducting a financial analysis for it