UNIT 12 SECTION 1 (E) Use of English B2 for all exams

 

Use of English B2 for all exams UNIT 12 SECTION 1 (E)

 

Examination Practice A Read the text below and think of the word which best fits each space. Use only one word in each space. TAKING TO THE SKIES Every day millions of people travel (1) _________________ plane. However, a small percentage of passengers go weak at the knees just thinking about flying, (2)_______________________ others suffer acute physical discomfort, which is mostly brought (3)_______________________ by the change in air pressure. So what can be done to prevent problems? If you move about as often as (4) _________________, that is walk up and down the aisle, you (5) _________________ prevent sluggish circulation and stiff joints. In (6)_______________________ of breathing difficulties, you will be able to ease the problem only if you increase your oxygen intake before boarding. A good thirty-minute brisk walk should help. If you intend to fly, it (7) _______________________ also be wise to follow some general advice. Firstly, if you suffer (8)_______________________ any serious health problems, ask your doctor (9)________________________it's safe for you to travel or not. (10) _________________ you have a medical condition, don't forget to bring your medicine (11) _____________. It has been suggested that if you can climb a dozen stairs without getting (12) _______________ of breath, it is safe for you to fly. Should you have a heavy cold or a bad cough, try to avoid flying. As long as you follow this advice, you will have no problem during your flight. B Complete the second sentence so that it has a similar meaning to the first sentence, using the word given unchanged. You must use between two and five words, including the word given. 1 Paying in cash entitles you to a special discount, provided You are entitled to a special discount __________________________ in cash. 2 They didn't go on a picnic because it was raining heavily, rain But __________________________, they would have gone on a picnic. 3 It is possible that your flight will be delayed, so take a book to read, case Take a book to read __________________________ delayed. 4 John had better call the police if he notices any suspicious characters, should John had better call the police __________________________ any suspicious characters. 5 It would be foolish of him not to consider this opportunity. if It would be foolish of him__________________________ this opportunity. 6 With your encouragement, the players will improve, long The players will improve __________________________ them. 7 They missed the turn because they didn't see the sign, would They__________________________ the turn if they had seen the sign. 8 The doctor warned him to quit smoking so that his health wouldn't deteriorate, up The doctor warned him that his health would deteriorate if__________________________ smoking.

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ANSWER KEY

A 1 by 2 white/and 3 about 4 possible 5 can/may 6 case 7 would/might 8 from 9 whether/if 10 if 11 along 12 out B 1 provided (that) you pay 2 for the heavy rain 3 in case your flight is 4 should he notice / if he should notice 5 if he didn’t consider 6 so / as long as you encourage 7 would not have missed 8 he didn't give up