Tasks A8-A15

1. Pre-listening task.
Use the word given in capitals at the end of each sentence to form the word that fits in the gap:
1) He is recognized as one of the most ... photographers in his field. CREATE
2) I took great ... in the images. PROUD
3) The darkroom ... at the college was a professional photographer. TECHNIQUE
4) He told me what ... I needed.  EQUIP
5) All of them have their habits and ... . ECCENTRIC
6) The camera had a cheap plastic lens which made everything go fuzzy and ... . DREAM
7) I sent the pictures into a ... . COMPETE
8) I can only imagine what the future ... will be like. PERFORM

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2. Now listen to the dialogue and choose the correct answer.

А8. The idea of becoming a photographer

1)   came to Chris after seeing big sculptures.

2)   was the result of his work with sculptures.

3)   made him lose interest in sculptures.

A9. Chris assisted the photographer who

1)  had the latest photographic equipment.

2) gave Chris valuable professional advice.

3)  used to ask Chris challenging questions.

   A10. According to Chris, working as an assistant is a good way into a career because you can

1)       get a better understanding of the profession.

2) learn the basic techniques of taking pictures.

3) make friends with a lot of talented people.

A11. The reason for buying a plastic camera was that it

1)       allowed him to take original pictures.

2)   was not very expensive.

3)   was light to carry around.

A12. Chris uses the phrase "That got the ball rolling" to say that

1)   he became popular with the dancers.

2)  he suddenly got very rich.

3)  his art became more dance-oriented.

A13. Chris goes to the dance performances because

1)   the choreographer recommends him to see the piece.

2) it is always interesting for him to be at the premiere.

he wants to find the links between them and his work

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