Danielle has been living on a boat-house for four years. (T)

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6 All of the family always wanted to live on a boat. ()

7 The boat is as big and airy as the house where Danielle lived before. ()

8 You can feel a slight swaying when you are on the boat, ()

9 Danielle and her sister have enough space to live in. ()

10 You can always see different birds close to the boat. ()

TASK 3

Read the text below. For questions (11-15) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D). Write your answers on the separate answer sheet. An example (0) has been done for you.

Hidden Treasure

If, like me, your vision of the perfect Caribbean holiday involves muscovado sand beaches, blissfully warm azure sea and a constant supply of rum-based cocktails, then Antigua won't disappoint.

The island has 365 palm-fringed beaches - one for every day of the year, as Antiguans will tell you - great food and wonderful, open-hearted people.

It also has some top accommodation options, including the luxurious St James's Club. Moving from my perfectly positioned lounger was always going to be a challenge. My husband, however, had other ideas. He'd hired a jeep and was determined to explore.

Lured by the prospect of a picnic lunch in a deserted cove, I agreed to join him, and I'm very glad I did. The island has a host of unexpected treasures.

At picturesque English Harbour we explored historical Nelson's Boatyard, and bought a bag of 'black gold' -nothing to do with pirates, but the sweetest pineapple I've ever tasted.

Along the way we saw pastel-coloured houses, Eric Clapton's villa, kids playing barefoot cricket -Antigua is home to Sir Viv Richards - and more great beaches.

Our four-year-old daughter was entranced to see real bananas growing on trees and whole families of goats and chickens trying to cross the road.

For an outstanding view of the island, I heard the best place is Shirley Heights. On a Sunday afternoon this is the place to be for 'jump-up' - a traditional Caribbean party involving barbecued food, cold beer, steel band music and endless dancing.

There are plenty of boat trips on offer in Antigua and it's definitely well worth taking a catamaran cruise to the nearby island of Barbuda - home to the famous K Club resort, a spot much favoured by celebrities, including late Princess Diana. With barely anyone else in sight, even the sand at the resort feels exclusive.

Close to Barbuda, and only accessible by boat, is a sanctuary for the magnificent frigate bird. The males have bizarre large red balloons beneath their beaks, which they plump up during the mating season to attract females.

Back on land we made the bone-rattling journey to Brown's Bay on the east side of the island for an exquisite dinner at the upmarket B&B Harmony Hall. Not only does the place offer local arts and crafts and a stunning view of uninhabited Green Island (brilliant snorkelling) but it also serves the best daiquiris ever. Bliss.

By Dawn Alford GETTING THERE

Seven nights in Antigua with Virgin Holidays, staying at The Beach Club hotel, starts at £929 per adult and £489 per child, including return Virgin Atlantic "flights from London Gatwick to Antigua, transfers and accommodation on an all-inclusive basis. Prices, based on departures between 1 Sep-11 Oct 2007, may be subject to a fuel surcharge. Virgin is a Clubcard Deals partner, so every £10 in Clubcard Vouchers can be exchanged for £40 worth of Holiday Tokens to pay for all or part of your holiday. Pick up a Clubcard Deals brochure in store or visit.

0 The text is about

A looking for treasures.
B visiting historical places.

C meeting famous people. D having perfect holidays.

11 The couple explored the island of Antigua___

A on foot.

B in a car.

C on a boat.

D on a horse back

12 Which sight did the family NOT see in Antigua?
A Brown's Bay

B English Harbour

C Nelson's Boatyard

D Shirley Heights

13 Barbuda is famous for its___

A traditional Caribbean party.

B exotic fauna and flora.

C wonderful resort.

D 'black gold' treasures.

14 The family had dinner at__

A St James's Club.

B Eric Clapton's villa. C Sir Viv Richards'.

D B&B Harmony Hall.

15 Staying at the Beach Club hotel starts at £. per child.

A 10

B 489 C 40 D 929

TASK 4

Read the text below. Match choices (A-H) to (16-20). There are two choices you do not need to use. Write your answers on the separate answer sheet. An example (0) has been done for you.

Outdoor adventure

From the stately flanks of its Cascade volcanoes to the stony shores of its myriad waterways, the

region offers an unmatched wealth of all fresco activities.

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With Mount Rainier keeping a constant vigil over the city, it's no wonder many Seattleites claim mountaineering as hobby JNel. In spring and summer, locals and tourists bolt for the hills and the region's many hikes and climbs. If you've succumbed to the siren song of Rainier's 14,411-foot summit, get in touch with a professional guide service. Feeling a bit mellower? Head to a bookstore and pick up a local hiking guidebook; you'll find profiles of dozens of hikes nearby.

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Hurricane ridge, huge trees, hikes, Lake Crescent and quaint towns. Visit the 5th most visited National Park in the US. Enjoy Puget Sound ferry rides, gigantic trees dripping with moss, hike up to a waterfall, and enjoy the spectacular view from mile high hurricane ridge. See the heart of this unusual and wild eco-system. On this tour you have a good chance of spotting elk, deer, eagles, and maybe even banana slugs.

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Witn the onset of the spring snowmelt, the area serves up prime-time Whitewater rafting. Rafters flock to two rivers in particular: the forest-hemmed Skykomish and the wide-open, sundrenched Wenatchee. Both offer rollicking fun for participants of all skill levels. Guide services offer tours on both rivers.

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From the crystal-clear trout streams of the Cascades and Olympics to the deep-water sport-fishing waters of Washington's Pacific Coast, the Evergreen State offers up an array of angling opportunities that ranks among the nation's best. Whether you're after salmon, steelhead, tuna, trout, halibut or any number of first-class fish, the Pacific Northwest has something for you.

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Home to 8-foot octupi and sixgill sharks, Puget Sound is one of the deepest, most diverse aquatic ecosystems in the Lower 48. Harmless creatures aside, it's also home to some great diving. From West Seattle's Alki Beach to the San Juans, the Puget Sound offers entertaining dive options for beginners and pros alike. Contact a local dive shop for suggested dives and local know-how.

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Seattle is literally inundated with lakes, rivers and saltwater, so it only makes sense that kayaks are a preferred mode of sightseeing. Several outfitters offer rentals on Seattle's Lake Union and Elliott Bay, but if you're hankering for an escape from civilization, head north to the San Juan Islands. Once there, you'll find stunning scenery and first-class paddling - plus a bevy of guide services to provide the boats and show you the way to aquatic nirvana.

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