Questions
14–17 Reading Passage 2 has seven sections, A–G. Which section contains the following information?
Write the correct letter, A–G, in boxes 14–17 on your answer sheet.
NB You may use any letter more than once.
14 a mention of negative attitudes towards stadium building projects
15 figures demonstrating the environmental benefits of a certain stadium
16 examples of the wide range of facilities available at some new stadiums
17 reference to the disadvantages of the stadiums built during a certain era
Questions 18–22
Complete the summary below.
Choose ONE WORD ONLY from the passage for each answer. Write your answers in boxes 18–22 on your answer sheet.
Roman amphitheatres
The Roman stadiums of Europe have proved very versatile. The amphitheatre of Arles, for example, was converted first into a 18 , then into a residential area and finally into an arena where spectators could watch
19 . Meanwhile, the arena in Verona, one of the oldest Roman amphitheatres, is famous today as a venue where 20 is performed. The site of Lucca's amphitheatre has also been used for many purposes over the centuries, including the storage of 21 . It
is now a market square with 22 and homes incorporated into the remains of the Roman amphitheatre.
Questions 23 and 24
Choose TWO letters, A–E.
Write the correct letters in boxes 23 and 24 on your answer sheet.
When comparing twentieth-century stadiums to ancient amphitheatres in Section D, which TWO negative features does the writer mention?
AThey are less imaginatively designed.
BThey are less spacious.
CThey are in less convenient locations.
DThey are less versatile.
EThey are made of less durable materials.
Questions 25 and 26
Choose TWO letters, A–E.
Write the correct letters in boxes 25 and 26 on your answer sheet.
Which TWO advantages of modern stadium design does the writer mention?
Aoffering improved amenities for the enjoyment of sports events
Bbringing community life back into the city environment
Cfacilitating research into solar and wind energy solutions
Denabling local residents to reduce their consumption of electricity
Eproviding a suitable site for the installation of renewable power generators
