A) Biological Sciences

B) Computer Science

C) Geography

D) Physics

E) Chemistry

F) Mathematics

G) Ecology

Follow the model:

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1. Work with a partner. Choose the correct explanation of the words and phrases below. Use a dictionary if necessary.

1. If you study mammals you may probably deal with:

a) turtles b) monkeys c) bugs

2. If you are determined to do something you:

a) hesitate for too long b) are afraid of it c) are resolute

3. A specimen is a

a) illustration b) example c) sample

4. If you are embarrassed you feel:

a) confused b) angry c) impressed

5. Aeronautic means something that is related to:

a) water b) air c) cosmos

6. If you are embarrassed you feel:

a) confused b) angry c) impressed

7. If you deal with glassware you should remember that it is:

a) sharp b) sticky c) fragile

8. If you study the properties of a substance you study its:

a) origin b) quality & characteristic c) possible applications

9. Phenomenon is a:

a) fact or event in nature b) chemical reaction c) behaviour

10. If someone is counseling you they are:

a) coping off you b) advising you c) prompting you

11. When someone flunks at school or university they:

a) miss classes b) get awarded c) fail an exam

12. If something is tough it is:

a) difficult b) heavy c) unpleasant

13. If you are at loose ends you:

a) know exactly what you want to do b) feel relaxed c) have nothing to do

14. When you feel inspired by something you are:

a) motivated b) confused c) happy

15. If something is a dvanced it is:

a) basic b) higher &complex c) extraordinary

2. Listen to three research scientists telling how they got interested in science.

Identify each speaker. Tick (V) the correct piece of information about them.

Speaker 1 Speaker 2 Speaker 3 Speaker 4

a) Linus Pauling, Nobel Prizes in Chemistry and Peace

b) Silvia Earle, Biologist