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Test 1
est 1 Task 1 – Long reading
Read the following text about a method of foreign language learning and answer the 15 questions on the next page.
T Learning a foreign language
Paragraph 1
Tandem language learning is a new and exciting method of language learning. It involves two part-
ners who are, most preferably, native speakers of different languages. Both speakers want to learn a for-
eign language and will do so by helping each other. The word ‘tandem’ itself means a bicycle with
two bicycle seats for two people to sit on, one behind the other. Therefore, one can easily under-
stand how the method got its name.
Paragraph 2
Tandem learning can vary. The language-partners can meet either in person or learn by e-mail, phone
or other media. Learning can be supported by various materials and methods: worksheets, textbooks
or simply informal conversation. The classic style in Tandem learning, though, is that half the time is
given to one partner, the other half to the other partner. For example, a Greek and an English speaker
usually can talk half an hour in Greek and afterwards half an hour in English.
Paragraph 3
century England, in what was
th
The "language learning by exchange" approach first appeared in 19
called the "mutual system", where pupils were helping each other in order to help the teacher with his
or her work. The Tandem method, though, appeared much later on, in 1971, in connection with the
"audio-visual method" and since then has developed up to the present day, taking different forms as
time went by.
Paragraph 4
Tandem learning is an approach suitable for every age group, from children to senior citizens. It can
be used at all levels of education; that is to say, preschool, elementary school, secondary school and
even university. Research has also shown that it is one of the most successful methods of language
learning for adults, particularly in companies.
Paragraph 5
At first, many people questioned this method’s success when compared to traditional language
learning methods. However, research over the years has shown that this method greatly helps to
improve listening and speaking skills. The reason why, is that the two language partners speak, as
well as listen to each other much more than they would in a traditional class. Another benefit gained
through the Tandem method is cultural understanding, as speakers get to learn about the culture of
other countries through conversation. Some speakers have even noticed that they seem to under-
stand their native language more after Tandem sessions, as they start to think more about it.
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Test 1
est 1 Task 1 – Long reading
Read the following text about a method of foreign language learning and answer the 15 questions on the next page.
T Learning a foreign language
Paragraph 1
Tandem language learning is a new and exciting method of language learning. It involves two part-
ners who are, most preferably, native speakers of different languages. Both speakers want to learn a for-
eign language and will do so by helping each other. The word ‘tandem’ itself means a bicycle with
two bicycle seats for two people to sit on, one behind the other. Therefore, one can easily under-
stand how the method got its name.
Paragraph 2
Tandem learning can vary. The language-partners can meet either in person or learn by e-mail, phone
or other media. Learning can be supported by various materials and methods: worksheets, textbooks
or simply informal conversation. The classic style in Tandem learning, though, is that half the time is
given to one partner, the other half to the other partner. For example, a Greek and an English speaker
usually can talk half an hour in Greek and afterwards half an hour in English.
Paragraph 3
century England, in what was
th
The "language learning by exchange" approach first appeared in 19
called the "mutual system", where pupils were helping each other in order to help the teacher with his
or her work. The Tandem method, though, appeared much later on, in 1971, in connection with the
"audio-visual method" and since then has developed up to the present day, taking different forms as
time went by.
Paragraph 4
Tandem learning is an approach suitable for every age group, from children to senior citizens. It can
be used at all levels of education; that is to say, preschool, elementary school, secondary school and
even university. Research has also shown that it is one of the most successful methods of language
learning for adults, particularly in companies.
Paragraph 5
At first, many people questioned this method’s success when compared to traditional language
learning methods. However, research over the years has shown that this method greatly helps to
improve listening and speaking skills. The reason why, is that the two language partners speak, as
well as listen to each other much more than they would in a traditional class. Another benefit gained
through the Tandem method is cultural understanding, as speakers get to learn about the culture of
other countries through conversation. Some speakers have even noticed that they seem to under-
stand their native language more after Tandem sessions, as they start to think more about it.
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