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ENGLISH (AS AN ADDITIONAL LANGUAGE) 0472/21

Paper 2 Reading May/June 2023

1 hour

You must answer on the question paper.

No additional materials are needed.

INSTRUCTIONS
● Answer all questions.
● Use a black or dark blue pen.
● Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the boxes at the top of the page.
● Write your answer to each question in the space provided.
● Do not use an erasable pen or correction fluid.
● Do not write on any bar codes.
● Dictionaries are not allowed.

INFORMATION
● The total mark for this paper is 45.
● The number of marks for each question or part question is shown in brackets [ ].

This document has 16 pages. Any blank pages are indicated.

DC (EF/FC) 319058/3
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1 Read the texts. For each question, tick (3) the correct box (A–D).

(a)

Tahir,

I’m going swimming this afternoon. Mum can

collect you on the way at 2 if you can join us?
We’re having cake in the sports centre café
afterwards. Didn’t you say it was good last time
you went?

Sam

Sam is asking Tahir if he…

A wants to meet at the café.

B can come to the pool later.

C needs picking up after swimming.

D knows if the café sells cake.

[1]

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(b)

Year 10 classes

Next Tuesday, writer Ted Smith’s coming to talk

about being a writer. We’ll be in the library
after lunch, not our usual classrooms. There’ll be
time for questions during the talk, so think about
what to ask!

The notice says that Ted Smith will…

A eat with students before the talk.

B ask students about their writing.

C describe his job to students.

D visit students in their classrooms.

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(c)

To: Cricket team

Subject: Wednesday’s match

The coach leaves immediately after school – don’t be late and remember
your team sweaters! Tell your parents I’ll text when we’re leaving after the
match, so they know when to come and collect you.

Mr Lomas

In his email, Mr Lomas is telling players…

A what time they’ll arrive back at school.

B where to get on the coach.

C what time the match starts.

D what they need to wear.

[1]

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2 Read the email. For each question, tick (3) the correct box (A–C).

To: Sara Hassan

Subject: Some news

Hi Sara,

How are you? We’ve moved! Our new apartment has more space than our
old one did, and I’m glad that I don’t have to share a room with my baby
brother anymore. Also, Mum says we can get a cat, but I need to give it
food and water every day. That’s no problem!

School starts at 8 am and most mornings Dad drives me there. I prefer to

arrive before lessons start. If I’m late, I have to wait until the lunch break to
have a conversation with my friends.

You asked about my cousin Harry. I like him because he always makes me
laugh! He has a job making bread and cakes! I love eating them – I’m sure
you would, too!

See you soon,

Ben

(a) Ben is writing to tell Sara about where he…

A does sport.

B lives now.

C goes on holiday.
[1]

(b) Ben is happy because he has his own…

A computer.

B guitar.

C bedroom.
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(c) Mum says that Ben must…

A look after the pet.

B tidy the living room.

C help with laundry.

[1]

(d) Ben usually goes to school…

A on foot.

B by bus.

C by car.
[1]

(e) Ben likes getting to school early so that he can…

A chat with his classmates.

B check his homework.

C go to the school library.

[1]

(f) Ben says that his cousin Harry is…

A famous.

B polite.

C funny.
[1]

(g) Harry works as a…

A builder.

B baker.

C farmer.
[1]

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3 Read the text and choose the correct word to fill the gaps (a) to (g). For each question, tick (3) the
correct box (A–D).

Music and study

Many people like listening to music. It’s a great ...(a)... to relax, and some students also say that it

...(b)... them study. Of course, this isn’t ...(c)... for everyone, but there are people who say they find it

easier to ...(d)... on what they are trying to learn when there is music playing.

Scientists have ...(e)... out research into the effect music has on how well we study. For example,

they want to know whether the type of music we listen to is important. Although the answer isn’t

completely clear, one thing is ...(f).... Listening to music ...(g)... us happy. That has to be a good

thing!

(a)

A plan

B fact

C example

D way
[1]

(b)

A helps

B improves

C keeps

D means
[1]

(c)

A true

B correct

C fair

D popular
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(d)

A think

B consider

C concentrate

D prepare
[1]

(e)

A given

B carried

C checked

D come
[1]

(f)

A exact

B certain

C suitable

D acceptable
[1]

(g)

A puts

B gives

C makes

D allows
[1]

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4 Read the email and answer the questions.

To: Jordan Shakir

Subject: Hello!

Hi Jordan,

In your last email, you told me about a rock concert you’re going to during
the school holidays. I’ve never heard of that band. Can you tell me where
they’re from? I hope you have a great time, and afterwards, please post
some photos! I wanted to get a ticket for a pop concert last year but it cost
too much. Maybe next year!

Over the next two weeks, I don’t have any plans, but I’ll be busy at the end
of summer. There’s an art festival in my town then. My aunt knows I love art,
so she always takes me to it. It’s on for five days, so sometimes we go twice.
My aunt prefers going before lunch as it’s less crowded. Lots of different
artists display their art, which you can look at and buy. It’s fun walking
around and looking at everything. I especially enjoy the paintings. Seeing
everything gives me ideas for art that I can do at home.

I’m really excited to start school again, although getting up early every day
won’t be easy, of course. I’ll be happy to return to the drama club, it’s really
important to me. There’s also a trip planned for the whole class to go to a
chocolate factory! Our teacher wants us to learn about how it’s made,
which will be interesting, but the best part will be eating some! I can’t wait.

Write back soon!

Maya

(a) What does Maya want to know about the band?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(b) What does Maya want Jordan to do after the concert?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(c) Why didn’t Maya go to a pop concert last year?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(d) When does the art festival take place?

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(e) Who does Maya go to the art festival with?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(f) How long does the art festival last?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(g) When are there fewer people at the art festival?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(h) What does Maya like looking at most at the art festival?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(i) What does Maya think will be difficult about going back to school?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(j) What does Maya miss about school?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(k) What two things are Maya’s class going to do on their trip?

1 ................................................................................................................................................

2 ................................................................................................................................................
[2]

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5 Read the information about five people (a–e) and the eight advertisements for shopping malls
(1–8).

Which shopping mall should each person or group of people choose?

For each person or group of people (a–e), write the correct number (1–8) on the line.

Amina is visiting the city and travelling by public transport.

She wants a mall that feels lively where she can buy things
a made by local people.

.................

Lee and Adam plan to spend a day at a mall. They don’t

have much to spend but want to get a burger and then see
b a film.

.................

The Jones family want a mall with a play space for kids
where their teenage son can look after his sister while
c mum gets groceries. They’re also looking for a new sofa.

.................

The Garcias want to book a table for their daughter’s

birthday lunch. They’re shopping for a pair of top brand
d trainers, and they want free parking at the mall.

.................

Chen wants a mall where he can get a haircut before he

starts his weekend job at 10 am. He’d also like to compare
e different headphones in a store.

.................

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Shopping Malls in Reed City

Port Mall
1 With a cinema, games arcade, and daily music performances, Port Mall provides
entertainment for all ages. The shops sell everything from high‑quality footwear, to speakers
and headphones, and furniture. The food court is currently closed for improvements, sorry!

Massey Street Mall

2 If you want to wear the very best labels from head to toe, you’ll get them all here! There’s
also a variety of restaurants, but most require reservations. If you’re driving, there’s no
charge for parking during the day.

Grand Mall
3 This place is great for getting the latest trends without paying the highest prices. The top
floor has entertainment including a cinema, bowling, video games, and a kids’ play area.
Don’t miss the food court with its wide range of fast‑food restaurants.

Southpoint Mall
4 With the city’s biggest branches of many clothing stores here, you’ll find lots of variety, as
well as nail bars and places to get a haircut. There are cafés and restaurants for every
occasion.

Green Valley Mall

5 A fantastic range of shops, with everything from fashion to furniture to books and music!
There’s a supermarket as well as fast‑food chains for refreshments. Shoppers can bring
their children to the indoor playground at no extra charge.

West Mall
6 This mall has an exciting atmosphere, with local music groups playing as well as lots of
shops selling jewellery and artwork produced by artists from the city. Located beside
the train station, the only parking available is in the nearby streets.

Tower Mall
7 Located outside the city but easily reached by bus, Tower Mall is popular for those who
don’t want to spend very much. Most shops open at 9 am, but the supermarket opens at
7.30 am for your convenience.

Bayside Mall
8 Open early seven days a week, with nail bars and hairdressers, a supermarket and a play
area for kids. There are shops selling electronic items such as computers, headphones
and music equipment, too.

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6 Read the text and answer the questions (a–i) in English.

My career playing guitar

by Jasmine Lieu

There was always music playing in my house when I was growing up. For my eighth birthday, I got
a trumpet, which I enjoyed playing. Then when I was ten, I picked up a guitar for the first time. It
belonged to my brother, but he never played it, so I did.

Soon after that, my parents found me a music teacher. He helped me really improve my technique.
Although some kids have to be told to practise their instruments, I definitely didn’t. In fact, my parents
were a little anxious because they thought I played guitar too much.

I decided to study music at college, and I even started a band during my three years there.
Unfortunately, there weren’t enough music rehearsal rooms, but we found a room above a restaurant
where we could go and not bother anyone with our playing. We spent many hours there.

Now I have a career as an independent guitarist, which means I do lots of different jobs in music.
I’ve played in live concerts and recording studios. I’ve worked with musicians from all over the world.
Of everything I’ve done, playing in the band on a TV talent show has been one of my favourites.
We played a huge variety of music and got to meet the performers and judges. I also particularly
enjoyed playing for a film about dinosaurs. The music was brilliant.

When I first started working, I had to look for adverts in magazines to find jobs but now everything’s
online, which is much easier. Despite working with famous people, I’m glad I’m not famous, because
I don’t get too much attention from the media. If anyone asks me about becoming an independent
musician, I always explain that I had singing lessons and they really helped. In the pop music
industry, we’re often asked to do bits of singing on recordings. Also, reply to job offers quickly, or you
might miss a great chance.

It’s a brilliant career.

(a) When did Jasmine first start playing the guitar?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(b) What was good about Jasmine’s guitar teacher?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(c) Why were Jasmine’s parents worried about her?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(d) How long did Jasmine study at music college?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(e) Where did Jasmine’s band practise?

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(f) What two jobs in music has Jasmine enjoyed most?

1 ................................................................................................................................................

2 ................................................................................................................................................
[2]

(g) How did Jasmine used to find jobs in the past?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(h) Why does Jasmine like not being famous?

............................................................................................................................................. [1]

(i) What two pieces of advice does Jasmine have for people who would like to work as
independent musicians?

1 ................................................................................................................................................

2 ................................................................................................................................................
[2]

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