Reading Comprehension (40 points)
Read the text then do the tasks below:
Text A
Most schools claim to prepare students for the world of work, but Milton Secondary School
takes the claim very seriously. Before they even join the school, future pupils get an informal
interview at their primary school to discuss their hopes and preferences for the future.
The emphasis on employment continues during the first two years at Milton, and then in the third
year all pupils spend a day doing work experience at a local company. Two years later, this becomes
a whole week spent with a company, usually arranged by the students themselves.
Throughout their secondary education, students have professional careers advice, which costs
the school over £30,000 a year. Head teacher Harriet Downs believes it’s worth it, though: ‘Teachers
aren’t trained as careers advisers,’ she says, ‘so we bring in professional help. It’s part of a co-
ordinated programme that aims to make students aware of the employment options available, and
how to make the most of them. It’s too late to start talking about work in their final year.’
Text B
In a speech yesterday, the Education Minister advised students to avoid arts subjects and
choose science or maths if they want to improve their job prospects. In the past, he said, arts
subjects like languages and history were chosen by students who didn’t have a clear idea of what
they wanted to do in the future. He explained that this was because of a feeling that they involved
skills that were useful for many different jobs, but he questioned whether this was still true:
‘Nowadays, we know differently, don’t we? The best subjects for keeping your options open are
ones like science, technology and engineering.’
It quickly became clear that the Minister’s words were controversial, with teachers and
university heads reacting strongly to his advice. ‘Of course science and technology are important,’
said one,‘but it would be completely wrong to neglect the arts. They provide important skills and an
understanding of the world and people in general. Also, the economy depends as much on creativity
as on technical knowledge.’

Read the text about (Communication today and in the past) then do the tasks below:
Communication has changed a lot over the years, from meeting personally and writing letters to
using instant messaging and video calls. In the past, physical borders and restrictions made it hard to
reach people in remote places. Letters could take weeks or even months to arrive, and this delay often
caused panic during urgent situations. Despite these challenges, people were motivated to stay
connected, showing how creative and determined they could be.
Today, technology has made communication easier and more varied. Social media platforms
are now the hub of global conversations, allowing people to share ideas and updates immediately.
However, this trend of being constantly connected has its disadvantages. Many people have become
addicted to their devices, fearing they might miss out something important. While technology is
capable of removing physical barriers, it can create emotional distance, because face-to-face
interactions are often replaced by virtual ones.
Inevitably, this change in how we communicate has shaped the way we live. Technology has
made life more comfortable, but it also raises questions about whether our connections are truly
meaningful. Are we really closer to each other, or has the fear of being left out led to weak
interactions? Looking back at the past reminds us of the importance of balance. Using today’s tools
wisely can help us build better, more meaningful relationships in a fast-moving world.

Vocabulary: (25 points)

Language: (25 points)
Section A: (15 points)

Section B:(10 points)
From this section, answer two parts only أجب عن فرعين منها فقط (A,B,C) يتكون هذا السؤال من ثالثة فروع

Writing: (10 points)