Questions 11-16
Choose the correct letter, A, B, or C.
Write your answers in boxes 11-16
on your answer sheet.
11. Daniel says blacksmithing is unusual among traditional crafts because
12. When an ancient iron object is badly damaged, archaeologists often infer its use from
13. Many people join Daniel's class because they hope the activity will reveal
14. For Daniel, the strongest personal appeal of blacksmithing is that it
15. Looking at today's group, Daniel notes that visitors usually
16. Before the group goes into the workshop, Daniel asks them to
(A) is incorrect. Durability is mentioned as a class motivation, not the feature that makes the craft unusual.
(B) is correct. Daniel says only a small number of people now earn their living as professional smiths.
(C) is incorrect. He does not say training is unnecessary.
Associated Text:
There are very few full time professional smiths working in this country now, perhaps a few hundred. So in that sense, blacksmithing really stands out from many other traditional crafts.
(A) is correct. Daniel says archaeologists often rely on the carbon content inside the iron.
(B) is incorrect. Tool marks may be impossible to read.
(C) is incorrect. The original shape may no longer be clear.
Associated Text:
Quite often, what they actually rely on is the carbon content of the iron itself. Different uses required different qualities of iron, and the carbon level inside an object can reveal whether it was a farming tool, a horse fitting or a weapon.
(A) is incorrect. Selling products is not mentioned.
(B) is correct. Many students want to find out whether they have an unexpected practical talent.
(C) is incorrect. The recording does not support this option: something permanent left behind.
Associated Text:
When I ask people why they want to take a blacksmithing class with me, they sometimes talk about leaving something behind, the idea of producing an object that lasts longer than they will. But more often, what people actually say is that they want to find something they're really good at.
(A) is incorrect. He does not present exercise or messiness as the part that matters most to him.
(B) is correct. Daniel values the complete concentration that makes everyday worries fade.
(C) is incorrect. He does not present exercise or messiness as the part that matters most to him.
Associated Text:
As far as I'm concerned, what I love most about blacksmithing is the deep concentration it requires. When you're shaping hot iron, you can't think about anything else.
(A) is correct. Daniel notices that most people have arrived with a friend or relative.
(B) is incorrect. He does not say it is their first craft.
(C) is incorrect. He does not say they rush the techniques.
Associated Text:
Most of you, I notice, are in pairs, which is great.
(A) is correct. Daniel asks visitors to remove watches, rings, necklaces, and similar items before entering.
(B) is incorrect. Aprons and boots are not his reminder at this point.
(C) is incorrect. Aprons and boots are not his reminder at this point.
Associated Text:
please remove any watches, rings and necklaces and put them somewhere safe.
Questions 17-18
Choose two letters A-E.
Write your answers in boxes 17-18 on your answer sheet.
Which TWO aspects of the forge does Daniel focus on in the workshop?
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why it makes iron workable
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when it was first invented
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safety rules around it
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where to install one at home
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modern alternatives some smiths use
(A) is correct. Daniel explains that the forge makes iron soft enough to hammer into shape.
(B) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
(C) is correct. He then describes safety procedures for working near it.
(D) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
(E) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
Associated Text:
the function of a forge is to heat iron to the point where it becomes soft enough to be hammered into a new shape.
(A) is correct. Daniel explains that the forge makes iron soft enough to hammer into shape.
(B) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
(C) is correct. He then describes safety procedures for working near it.
(D) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
(E) is incorrect. He does not discuss invention dates, home installation, or substitutes.
Associated Text:
safety is critical. We follow strict safety procedures here, including making sure no one stands in front of the forge when sparks fly out,
Questions 19-20
Choose two letters A-E.
Write your answers in boxes 19-20 on your answer sheet.
Which TWO comments does Daniel make about the tools used by blacksmiths?
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Some tools are hard to grip.
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Some tools merit later purchase.
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Several tools are required today.
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Some names are especially vivid.
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Tools can be borrowed afterward.
(A) is incorrect. He refers to names, not grip.
(B) is correct. Daniel says one or two tools are worth buying if participants continue the hobby.
(C) is incorrect. The forge provides tools for the day.
(D) is correct. He comments on the memorable, picture-like names of some tools.
(E) is incorrect. The recording does not support this option: Tools can be borrowed afterward.
Associated Text:
if you decide to take this hobby further, I would say that one or two of these tools are well worth buying yourself, particularly a good quality cross pein hammer.
(A) is incorrect. He refers to names, not grip.
(B) is correct. Daniel says one or two tools are worth buying if participants continue the hobby.
(C) is incorrect. The forge provides tools for the day.
(D) is correct. He comments on the memorable, picture-like names of some tools.
(E) is incorrect. The recording does not support this option: Tools can be borrowed afterward.
Associated Text:
some of these names are wonderfully memorable. They paint a real picture, which is why they've survived for centuries.
