You are going to hear two texts. For questions 2.1.–2.6., choose the answer which best matches what you have heard by circling the appropriate letter (A, B, C or D). Questions 2.1.–2.3. are for Text 1, questions 2.4.–2.6. are for Text 2. You will hear the recording twice. 

 

Text 1

2.1. While elaborating on the measurement stage, Amanda
A. explains how the model’s final pose is agreed upon.
B. highlights the importance of having a number of sittings.
C. justifies the decision to refrain from using the latest technologies.
D. draws attention to the use of multiple methods to collect the required data.

2.2. Which is TRUE about the process of creating the figure?
A. The clay moulds exactly match the measurements taken from the celebrity.
B. Imperfections may occur if a certain procedure is carried out too rapidly.
C. Custom-made wigs with natural hair are prepared for the figures.
D. Wax is used to create both the head and body of the figure.

2.3. When answering the last question, Amanda focuses on
A. the continuous need to adjust and maintain the figures.
B. efforts made to mitigate the signs of ageing on the figures.
C. the measures taken to protect the figures from getting damaged.
D. updating the outfits worn by the figures in line with contemporary trends.

Text 2

2.4. Based on the description of the station, it can be concluded that
A. it faithfully captures the spirit of a bygone era.
B. its architecture was the inspiration for a scene in a film.
C. it has been considerably altered in the last hundred years.
D. its peaceful atmosphere stirred up mixed emotions in the speaker.

2.5. The speaker points out that watercress
A. is used globally to a greater extent than in Britain these days.
B. is looked down upon nowadays as food suited for the poor.
C. is erroneously believed to have a spicy flavour.
D. is sensitive to temperature fluctuations. 

2.6. When talking about the revival of the ‘Watercress Line’, the speaker
A. voices his concern that tourists’ interest in the service might be fleeting.
B. advocates expanding the present rail service in the future.
C. draws attention to the purpose the line serves nowadays.
D. speculates how the line could regain its former glory.