Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual.

Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease...

Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

... and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight.

Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet.

Read the text below. For questions (22–33) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

The Mediterranean Diet

Dr Sue Reeves of Roe Hampton University gives some tips on healthy eating and good living

Many of us are packing and planning for this year's holiday where we will enjoy, sun, sea and good food. But even if you're not (22) ______ on holiday this summer there's no reason why you can't eat as if you were in the Mediterranean and enjoy the taste of summer at home. The Mediterranean diet has long been (23) ______ for its health benefits and many researchers claim it can help reduce cholesterol and heart disease, promote longevity and even help protect against cancer. It was back in the 1940's that Ancel Keys first noticed the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. This study showed that men from Crete, where they ate a typically Mediterranean diet, had (24) ______ low levels of heart disease (25) ______ a relatively high fat diet when compared to the residents of other countries. This led other researchers to investigate and confirm the health promoting properties of the Mediterranean diet.

The essentials of a Mediterranean diet are eating lots of fresh fruit and vegetables, (26) ______ of cereals and grains, nuts, seeds, beans, herbs, garlic, fish and of course olive oil; all healthy food that can easily be incorporated (27) ______ our every day diet. Fruit and vegetables, as well as olive oil, provide lots of antioxidants and it's these that are thought to help protect against cancer. In this country we say everybody (28) ______ aim to eat five portions of fruit and vegetables every day, but in some Mediterranean countries eight portions a day are more usual. Fruit and vegetables not only provide vitamins and minerals, but they are also a good source of fibre, help reduce the (29) ______ of heart disease and some cancers and can help us (30) ______ a healthy body weight. The greater the variety of fruit and vegetables consumed, the greater the benefits. Fresh fruit makes a great dessert, add a bit of Greek yoghurt to make it more interesting and (31) ______ sweets with concentrated sugars and honey to weekly treats.

Small amounts of yoghurt and cheese provide calcium, but dairy products (32) ______ cream and butter are rarely part of the Mediterranean diet. Pasta and rice provide good carbohydrates but do opt for the wholemeal or brown varieties for extra B vitamins and fibre.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

Other Mediterranean health tips include buying fresh local seasonal produce, regular physical activity, the (33) ______ glass of red wine and bit of relaxation; all the components for a good holiday home or abroad.

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies.

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009.

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons...

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

... anime and manga (38) ______ .

Read the texts below. For questions (34–39) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

Big Changes in the Anime & Manga World

Monday September 7, 2009

Whether it’s because of the economic recession or something more specific to the industry, the players in the anime and manga world (34) ______ some big changes.

Most notably, ADV Films recently announced it (35) ______ its company and sold off key assets to four of its companies. In addition, Tokyopop will (36) ______ distribute Kodansha manga as of August 31, 2009. Instead, those rights have been given to Random House.

And of course, we all (37) ______ about Disney’s acquisition of Marvel Comics... granted, these aren’t anime/manga companies per se, but it is indicative of the trend toward Hollywood’s infatuation with comics and cartoons, anime and manga (38) ______ .

After all, we’ve already seen Fox’s live-action version of Dragonball and the live-action version of Cowboy Bebop (starring Keanu Reeves) is definitely in the works... so what’s next?

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

One thing’s for sure... there’s a lot of changes still (39) ______ .

Read the texts below. For questions (40–45) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

New York Comic Con & Anime Festival Partner Up

Monday September 14, 2009

In a recent press release, Reed Exhibitions announced that the New York Comic Con (40) ______ space with the New York Anime Festival in 2010.

Although no specific reasons (41) ______ , this decision could be the result of the (42) ______ economy and the continued decline in anime sales.

Both shows will maintain separate "space" but share the general floor show and - here’s the best part: attendees (43) ______ both shows for the price of one.

The 2009 New York Comic Con (44) ______ place in February and the Anime Festival is scheduled (45) ______ in the same Javits Center on September 25 through the 27th.

In a recent press release, Reed Exhibitions announced that the New York Comic Con (40) ______ space with the New York Anime Festival in 2010.

Read the texts below. For questions (40–45) choose the correct answer (A, B, C or D).

New York Comic Con & Anime Festival Partner Up

Monday September 14, 2009

In a recent press release, Reed Exhibitions announced that the New York Comic Con (40) ______ space with the New York Anime Festival in 2010.

Although no specific reasons (41) ______ , this decision could be the result of the (42) ______ economy and the continued decline in anime sales.

Both shows will maintain separate "space" but share the general floor show and - here’s the best part: attendees (43) ______ both shows for the price of one.

The 2009 New York Comic Con (44) ______ place in February and the Anime Festival is scheduled (45) ______ in the same Javits Center on September 25 through the 27th.

Although no specific reasons (41) ______ , ...