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Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each question.

In 2007, an extraordinary event unfolded near Mackay, Queensland, involving a

two-year-old toddler named Max Hillier and two heroic neighbourhood dogs: Tank, a Rottweiler cross, and Muck, a Staffy cross. To ensure her energetic toddler’s safety indoors, Max’s mother, Georgie, had taken strict precautions by making sure that the main exit doors were securely locked. She was confident that these safety measures would keep him inside the house.

However, Max managed to find a way to slip outside without anyone noticing. Since he had been playing quietly, Georgie did not realise he was gone at first. She assumed that he was still playing safely with Tank. Meanwhile, the neighbour’s dog came into the yard, and the three companions wandered off together. By the time Georgie noticed that Max was missing and started calling his name, they had already reached another neighbour’s property about 300 metres away.

The trio’s wandering quickly turned into a dangerous ordeal when Max accidentally fell into a deep, muddy dam on the property and began to drown. Sensing the immediate danger, the two dogs acted on pure instinct. A fellow neighbour eventually discovered the group after hearing Georgie’s distant cries. When found, the trio was completely muddied and dirty. Both dogs were frantically barking to draw attention; Tank was resolutely guarding the boy, while Muck was seen pacing back and forth between the water’s edge and Max to prevent the toddler from running into the dam again.

The neighbour safely returned the group to Georgie. Police later advised that distinct drag marks at the scene, as well as on Max’s arms and back, proved that the dogs had physically dragged him out of the water to safety. They stated that without the pair’s heroic instincts, the boy would not have survived. To honour their bravery, in November 2007, both dogs were officially presented with the RSPCA’s prestigious Purple Cross Award, along with a certificate for the family and a large bone each.

6. What did Max’s mother do to keep him safely inside the house?

Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each question.

In 2007, an extraordinary event unfolded near Mackay, Queensland, involving a

two-year-old toddler named Max Hillier and two heroic neighbourhood dogs: Tank, a Rottweiler cross, and Muck, a Staffy cross. To ensure her energetic toddler’s safety indoors, Max’s mother, Georgie, had taken strict precautions by making sure that the main exit doors were securely locked. She was confident that these safety measures would keep him inside the house.

However, Max managed to find a way to slip outside without anyone noticing. Since he had been playing quietly, Georgie did not realise he was gone at first. She assumed that he was still playing safely with Tank. Meanwhile, the neighbour’s dog came into the yard, and the three companions wandered off together. By the time Georgie noticed that Max was missing and started calling his name, they had already reached another neighbour’s property about 300 metres away.

The trio’s wandering quickly turned into a dangerous ordeal when Max accidentally fell into a deep, muddy dam on the property and began to drown. Sensing the immediate danger, the two dogs acted on pure instinct. A fellow neighbour eventually discovered the group after hearing Georgie’s distant cries. When found, the trio was completely muddied and dirty. Both dogs were frantically barking to draw attention; Tank was resolutely guarding the boy, while Muck was seen pacing back and forth between the water’s edge and Max to prevent the toddler from running into the dam again.

The neighbour safely returned the group to Georgie. Police later advised that distinct drag marks at the scene, as well as on Max’s arms and back, proved that the dogs had physically dragged him out of the water to safety. They stated that without the pair’s heroic instincts, the boy would not have survived. To honour their bravery, in November 2007, both dogs were officially presented with the RSPCA’s prestigious Purple Cross Award, along with a certificate for the family and a large bone each.

7. Why did the mother fail to find the boy immediately when he disappeared?

Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each question. 

In 2007, an extraordinary event unfolded near Mackay, Queensland, involving a

two-year-old toddler named Max Hillier and two heroic neighbourhood dogs: Tank, a Rottweiler cross, and Muck, a Staffy cross. To ensure her energetic toddler’s safety indoors, Max’s mother, Georgie, had taken strict precautions by making sure that the main exit doors were securely locked. She was confident that these safety measures would keep him inside the house.

However, Max managed to find a way to slip outside without anyone noticing. Since he had been playing quietly, Georgie did not realise he was gone at first. She assumed that he was still playing safely with Tank. Meanwhile, the neighbour’s dog came into the yard, and the three companions wandered off together. By the time Georgie noticed that Max was missing and started calling his name, they had already reached another neighbour’s property about 300 metres away.

The trio’s wandering quickly turned into a dangerous ordeal when Max accidentally fell into a deep, muddy dam on the property and began to drown. Sensing the immediate danger, the two dogs acted on pure instinct. A fellow neighbour eventually discovered the group after hearing Georgie’s distant cries. When found, the trio was completely muddied and dirty. Both dogs were frantically barking to draw attention; Tank was resolutely guarding the boy, while Muck was seen pacing back and forth between the water’s edge and Max to prevent the toddler from running into the dam again.

The neighbour safely returned the group to Georgie. Police later advised that distinct drag marks at the scene, as well as on Max’s arms and back, proved that the dogs had physically dragged him out of the water to safety. They stated that without the pair’s heroic instincts, the boy would not have survived. To honour their bravery, in November 2007, both dogs were officially presented with the RSPCA’s prestigious Purple Cross Award, along with a certificate for the family and a large bone each.

8. How did the toddler get into a dangerous situation?

Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each question. 

In 2007, an extraordinary event unfolded near Mackay, Queensland, involving a

two-year-old toddler named Max Hillier and two heroic neighbourhood dogs: Tank, a Rottweiler cross, and Muck, a Staffy cross. To ensure her energetic toddler’s safety indoors, Max’s mother, Georgie, had taken strict precautions by making sure that the main exit doors were securely locked. She was confident that these safety measures would keep him inside the house.

However, Max managed to find a way to slip outside without anyone noticing. Since he had been playing quietly, Georgie did not realise he was gone at first. She assumed that he was still playing safely with Tank. Meanwhile, the neighbour’s dog came into the yard, and the three companions wandered off together. By the time Georgie noticed that Max was missing and started calling his name, they had already reached another neighbour’s property about 300 metres away.

The trio’s wandering quickly turned into a dangerous ordeal when Max accidentally fell into a deep, muddy dam on the property and began to drown. Sensing the immediate danger, the two dogs acted on pure instinct. A fellow neighbour eventually discovered the group after hearing Georgie’s distant cries. When found, the trio was completely muddied and dirty. Both dogs were frantically barking to draw attention; Tank was resolutely guarding the boy, while Muck was seen pacing back and forth between the water’s edge and Max to prevent the toddler from running into the dam again.

The neighbour safely returned the group to Georgie. Police later advised that distinct drag marks at the scene, as well as on Max’s arms and back, proved that the dogs had physically dragged him out of the water to safety. They stated that without the pair’s heroic instincts, the boy would not have survived. To honour their bravery, in November 2007, both dogs were officially presented with the RSPCA’s prestigious Purple Cross Award, along with a certificate for the family and a large bone each.

9. According to the text, what did the dogs NOT do during the incident?

Read the text and choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D) for each question. 

In 2007, an extraordinary event unfolded near Mackay, Queensland, involving a

two-year-old toddler named Max Hillier and two heroic neighbourhood dogs: Tank, a Rottweiler cross, and Muck, a Staffy cross. To ensure her energetic toddler’s safety indoors, Max’s mother, Georgie, had taken strict precautions by making sure that the main exit doors were securely locked. She was confident that these safety measures would keep him inside the house.

However, Max managed to find a way to slip outside without anyone noticing. Since he had been playing quietly, Georgie did not realise he was gone at first. She assumed that he was still playing safely with Tank. Meanwhile, the neighbour’s dog came into the yard, and the three companions wandered off together. By the time Georgie noticed that Max was missing and started calling his name, they had already reached another neighbour’s property about 300 metres away.

The trio’s wandering quickly turned into a dangerous ordeal when Max accidentally fell into a deep, muddy dam on the property and began to drown. Sensing the immediate danger, the two dogs acted on pure instinct. A fellow neighbour eventually discovered the group after hearing Georgie’s distant cries. When found, the trio was completely muddied and dirty. Both dogs were frantically barking to draw attention; Tank was resolutely guarding the boy, while Muck was seen pacing back and forth between the water’s edge and Max to prevent the toddler from running into the dam again.

The neighbour safely returned the group to Georgie. Police later advised that distinct drag marks at the scene, as well as on Max’s arms and back, proved that the dogs had physically dragged him out of the water to safety. They stated that without the pair’s heroic instincts, the boy would not have survived. To honour their bravery, in November 2007, both dogs were officially presented with the RSPCA’s prestigious Purple Cross Award, along with a certificate for the family and a large bone each.

10. Which of the following facts about the dogs is TRUE according to the passage?

Read the texts below. Match choices (A–G) to (11–15). There are two extra choices.

11.

“Writing my new autobiography was a chance to laugh at my own struggles. During my last

massive ultra-marathon, which was completely self-support, I had to carry every single piece of

gear on my own back for miles. To keep my spirits up through the extreme exhaustion, I just

focused on reaching the finish line. My biggest challenge, however, wasn’t the heavy bag, but

having to run through open fields while constantly dodging cows, which I absolutely terrify. Yet,

crossing that line alone made it all worth it.”

Which person _________?

12.

“Walking thousands of kilometers along the wild, unpredictable river was exhausting, but I

wasn’t entirely alone. Armed with a portable satellite connection, I made it a rule to launch live

streams on various social media platforms nearly every single day. Viewers from all over the

globe tuned in to watch me cook campfire meals, navigate thick mud, and talk about my daily

progress in real-time. It was incredible to share the raw, unedited reality of the wilderness as it

happened.”

Which person _________?

13.

“I was hiking a narrow, quiet forest trail in the Canadian Rockies when the trees suddenly

cleared. There, just ten meters ahead, stood a massive grizzly. Time seemed to stop as we

locked eyes. I remembered my training: I didn’t run, but instead stood my ground and slowly

reached for my defense spray. After what felt like an eternity, the heavy creature turned around

and crashed back into the thick bushes, leaving me with a racing heart and an unforgettable

story.”

Which person _________?

14.

“We were resting at Camp 1 on Mount Everest when the ground began to violently shake

beneath our boots. A massive earthquake had struck Nepal, triggering terrifying avalanches

that instantly blocked all descending paths with tons of ice and rock. Stranded at extreme

altitude for two agonising days, our team huddled in tents, listening to the roaring mountains

and waiting for rescue helicopters. It was a brutal reminder of how small we are compared to

the forces of the earth.”

Which person _________?

A) lost all of their expensive travel equipment

B) survived a natural disaster

C) managed to find a basic water source to stay alive

D) traveled without the help of others

E) decided to cancel the trip due to poor health

F) shared their travel updates in real time

G) came face to face with a wild animal

15.

“My map was gone, my phone was dead, and the endless sand dunes of the Sahara looked

exactly the same in every direction. Realising I was completely lost and running out of supplies,

panic started to set in. However, when an unexpected storm arrived, I didn’t seek shelter.

Instead, I used my plastic jacket to collect every single drop of rainwater I could. Sucking the

moisture from the fabric kept me hydrated for three days until a local search team finally

spotted my footprints.”

Which person _________?

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose from the sentence endings (A–H) to complete gaps (17–22).

There are two extra endings.

A new museum in France allows visitors to walk through a full-size replica of the Cosquer Cave— a prehistoric underground cave near the coast of Marseille that once contained more than 500 ancient works of art. The original cave was created by early humans thousands of years ago, ___(17)___, long before it was hidden away by rising oceans.

The cave was discovered in 1985 by a diver named Henri Cosquer, but the public did not learn about it until 1991. The underwater passage leading to the cave was progressively explored by cave divers, ___(18)___, as they were simply looking for new routes. The entrance to the cave is located about 37 metres underwater, which makes it extremely difficult to access.

Today, the cave faces a serious threat. Rising sea levels caused by climate change are slowly

flooding the site, ___(19)___ before they can even be documented. Scientists believe that without action, many of the ancient paintings and carvings could be permanently lost.

In 2011, researchers noticed that the sea level near the cave had risen by almost five inches.

This alarming discovery pushed archaeologists to act quickly, ___(20)___.

A team of experts, including diver Bertrand Chazaly, spent years digitally mapping every corner of the cave. Their goal was to create a virtual copy that is accurate to within millimetres, ___(21)___ even if the original is destroyed.

The replica museum, which opened in Marseille, gives ordinary people the opportunity to experience the cave without putting it at risk. Experts believe the project is not only culturally valuable, ___(22)___, bridging the gap between history and modern society.

Read the text below. Choose the correct word (A–D) for each gap (23–28).

A 2019 study published in a scientific journal showed that parts of the Amazon rainforest that had been ___(23)___ into agricultural land had poorer soil quality. Forests help slow down climate change, but they are rapidly disappearing. Deforestation removes vegetation important for cleaning the air and is a major ___(24)___ of greenhouse gas emissions.

Forests around the world could absorb carbon dioxide, but instead, we see massive amounts of reduced emission ___(25)___ by human activity. This destruction deeply affects local populations. People and communities which depend on forests also ___(26)___ the consequences of deforestation, losing their homes and traditional ways of life.

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Read the text below. Choose the correct word (A–D) for each gap (23–28).

A 2019 study published in a scientific journal showed that parts of the Amazon rainforest that had been ___(23)___ into agricultural land had poorer soil quality. Forests help slow down climate change, but they are rapidly disappearing. Deforestation removes vegetation important for cleaning the air and is a major ___(24)___ of greenhouse gas emissions.

Forests around the world could absorb carbon dioxide, but instead, we see massive amounts of reduced emission ___(25)___ by human activity. This destruction deeply affects local populations. People and communities which depend on forests also ___(26)___ the consequences of deforestation, losing their homes and traditional ways of life.

24.

Read the text below. Choose the correct word (A–D) for each gap (23–28).

A 2019 study published in a scientific journal showed that parts of the Amazon rainforest that had been ___(23)___ into agricultural land had poorer soil quality. Forests help slow down climate change, but they are rapidly disappearing. Deforestation removes vegetation important for cleaning the air and is a major ___(24)___ of greenhouse gas emissions.

Forests around the world could absorb carbon dioxide, but instead, we see massive amounts of reduced emission ___(25)___ by human activity. This destruction deeply affects local populations. People and communities which depend on forests also ___(26)___ the consequences of deforestation, losing their homes and traditional ways of life.

25.

Read the text below. Choose the correct word (A–D) for each gap (23–28).

A 2019 study published in a scientific journal showed that parts of the Amazon rainforest that had been ___(23)___ into agricultural land had poorer soil quality. Forests help slow down climate change, but they are rapidly disappearing. Deforestation removes vegetation important for cleaning the air and is a major ___(24)___ of greenhouse gas emissions.

Forests around the world could absorb carbon dioxide, but instead, we see massive amounts of reduced emission ___(25)___ by human activity. This destruction deeply affects local populations. People and communities which depend on forests also ___(26)___ the consequences of deforestation, losing their homes and traditional ways of life.

26.

Read the text. Choose the correct option (A–D) for each gap (28–32).

The Ceremony of the Keys is a famous military ceremony that takes place at the Tower of London every single night. It ___(28)___ without fail for ___(29)___ over 7 years, making it one of the oldest military traditions in the world.

During the ritual, the Chief Yeoman Warder marches through the historic grounds. The heavy Tower gates ___(30)___ at a precise time, at exactly 9:53 pm. While performing this duty, he must hold a lantern in one hand and the King’s Keys in ___(31)___.

Suddenly, a sentry challenges him from the shadows, demanding to know who goes there. After the Chief Warder replies, “The Keys!”, the sentry allows him to pass. The procession then moves past the world’s ___(32)___ bridge, the iconic Tower Bridge, towards the final guard point. The ceremony ends with a solemn royal salute, ensuring the ancient fortress is secure for the night.

28.

Read the text. Choose the correct option (A–D) for each gap (28–32).

The Ceremony of the Keys is a famous military ceremony that takes place at the Tower of London every single night. It ___(28)___ without fail for ___(29)___ over 7 years, making it one of the oldest military traditions in the world.

During the ritual, the Chief Yeoman Warder marches through the historic grounds. The heavy Tower gates ___(30)___ at a precise time, at exactly 9:53 pm. While performing this duty, he must hold a lantern in one hand and the King’s Keys in ___(31)___.

Suddenly, a sentry challenges him from the shadows, demanding to know who goes there. After the Chief Warder replies, “The Keys!”, the sentry allows him to pass. The procession then moves past the world’s ___(32)___ bridge, the iconic Tower Bridge, towards the final guard point. The ceremony ends with a solemn royal salute, ensuring the ancient fortress is secure for the night.

29.

Read the text. Choose the correct option (A–D) for each gap (28–32).

The Ceremony of the Keys is a famous military ceremony that takes place at the Tower of London every single night. It ___(28)___ without fail for ___(29)___ over 7 years, making it one of the oldest military traditions in the world.

During the ritual, the Chief Yeoman Warder marches through the historic grounds. The heavy Tower gates ___(30)___ at a precise time, at exactly 9:53 pm. While performing this duty, he must hold a lantern in one hand and the King’s Keys in ___(31)___.

Suddenly, a sentry challenges him from the shadows, demanding to know who goes there. After the Chief Warder replies, “The Keys!”, the sentry allows him to pass. The procession then moves past the world’s ___(32)___ bridge, the iconic Tower Bridge, towards the final guard point. The ceremony ends with a solemn royal salute, ensuring the ancient fortress is secure for the night.

30.

Read the text. Choose the correct option (A–D) for each gap (28–32).

The Ceremony of the Keys is a famous military ceremony that takes place at the Tower of London every single night. It ___(28)___ without fail for ___(29)___ over 7 years, making it one of the oldest military traditions in the world.

During the ritual, the Chief Yeoman Warder marches through the historic grounds. The heavy Tower gates ___(30)___ at a precise time, at exactly 9:53 pm. While performing this duty, he must hold a lantern in one hand and the King’s Keys in ___(31)___.

Suddenly, a sentry challenges him from the shadows, demanding to know who goes there. After the Chief Warder replies, “The Keys!”, the sentry allows him to pass. The procession then moves past the world’s ___(32)___ bridge, the iconic Tower Bridge, towards the final guard point. The ceremony ends with a solemn royal salute, ensuring the ancient fortress is secure for the night.

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Read the text. Choose the correct option (A–D) for each gap (28–32).

The Ceremony of the Keys is a famous military ceremony that takes place at the Tower of London every single night. It ___(28)___ without fail for ___(29)___ over 7 years, making it one of the oldest military traditions in the world.

During the ritual, the Chief Yeoman Warder marches through the historic grounds. The heavy Tower gates ___(30)___ at a precise time, at exactly 9:53 pm. While performing this duty, he must hold a lantern in one hand and the King’s Keys in ___(31)___.

Suddenly, a sentry challenges him from the shadows, demanding to know who goes there. After the Chief Warder replies, “The Keys!”, the sentry allows him to pass. The procession then moves past the world’s ___(32)___ bridge, the iconic Tower Bridge, towards the final guard point. The ceremony ends with a solemn royal salute, ensuring the ancient fortress is secure for the night.

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