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People and events: Sample listening and responding answers
- What issues are raised in this item? (3 marks)
The issues raised are:- There are no provisions made for people with disabilities.
- Some drivers are inconsiderate of other people.
- There are still people who are willing to help others.
- Where was Kalomoira born? (1 mark)
Kalomoira was born in New York.
- What do we learn about Kalomoira’s early life? (4 marks)
Kalomoira was born in New York of Greek parents who own a restaurant. As a child, she always wanted to be a singer and participated in school performances. She loved music and learned to play the viola. She started a university course in music. Kalomoira also worked at her parents’ restaurant and sang while serving customers.
- How difficult was it for her to make it to the final round of Fame Story? (1 mark)
The difficulty she encountered was with the Greek language.
- Why does Kalomoira consider her participation in the Eurovision Song Contest the highlight of her career? (2 marks)
She was proud to represent Greece and achieve third place in the contest.
- What is the purpose of this phone call? (1 mark)
The purpose of this phone call is to inform Vasiliki that the hotel requires further information about the organization of the school formal.
- What are the issues raised in this text? (3 marks)
The issues raised are the final number of guests.
Whether they will be cutting a cake and the colours to be used for the hall decorations.
- What is the purpose of this announcement? (2 marks)
The purpose is to inform the public of the opening date of the new Acropolis Museum and its location. One can see exhibits of Ancient Greece.
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