Read the text and choose the best gap for the given sentence. The popularity of community gardens has risen sharply in recent years. They offer people a chance to grow food, meet neighbours and spend time outdoors. ______(1)________. In many cities, unused land has been transformed into productive green space. _______(2)_________. Volunteers often say that the social benefits are just as important as the harvest itself. _______(3)_________. However, not every project succeeds. Some struggle with water access, planning permissions or a lack of long-term commitment. ________(4)_________. Even so, the idea continues to spread. ________(5)________. As a result, community gardening has become part of a wider conversation about urban life. Sentence: For many people, the appeal lies in both the practical and the social value.

Read the four short texts about opinions on remote work and answer the question. Text A: Remote work gives people freedom, but it also demands self-discipline. I value the quiet, yet I miss the informal conversations that often solve problems quickly. Text B: Working from home has made my day more efficient. I lose less time commuting and can focus for longer stretches. Still, I think new employees need more in-person support. Text C: Remote work is often praised too enthusiastically. For experienced staff it can be effective, but teams risk becoming fragmented if communication is not carefully managed. Text D: I originally disliked remote work, but I’ve come to appreciate its flexibility. What matters most is not location, but whether people are trusted to do their jobs well. Question: Which writer mentions missing casual interaction?

Read the short text and choose the best answer. In this sentence, what attitude is shown? A writer says: “I didn’t enjoy the first draft, but it was necessary to write something imperfect before I could improve it.”

Complete the second sentence with between 3 and 6 words so that it has a similar meaning to the first. Use the key word without changing it. He only understood the problem when it was explained to him twice. AFTER Only ________ was explained to him twice did he understand it.

Use the word in capitals to forms a word that fits the gap. Their success was largely due to careful ____________. (PREPARE)