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Reading Task Read the article. For questions 1-8, choose the correct answer À, Â, C or D. The Modem - Day Nomad Good luck, Axel. Until next time!" I shook my friend’s hand vigorously, knowing full well that we may never cross paths again. For a brief moment, I lamented that fact, but this was the reality of my life. As the rickety plane shuddered and ascended above the Delhi landscape. I waved goodbye to the place that had been my home for seven months. Skyscrapers lit up the starless sky, everything shrouded in a thin orange haze. Goodnight, fair city, goodnight. This farewell was one of many I have made throughout my days. I go where my fancy takes me and often leave at a moment’s notice. I am a modern-day nomad who has chosen to discard most of my possessions in favour of limitless mobility. However, unlike a traditional nomad that travels out of the necessity for food, I am driven by a different kind of need: the need to explore new horizons each and every day. Some people say I have no place to call home. However, this just makes me question what ‘home’ actually is. If it’s a place where you feel you belong, then I suppose I belong nowhere at all. This doesn't make me feel anxious or lonely or sad, but exactly the opposite; I feel free. It all started when I graduated from university. I’ve always had itchy feet, so as soon as I’d saved enough money I bought a ticket to Thailand and embarked upon my first adventure. I had initially planned to return to London after a few months to start my career, but as time passed I simply couldn’t face going back. I decided to keep travelling until I ran out of steam. However, after ten years of being on the move, that day has yet to come. So, how on Earth do I afford this extravagant jet- setting lifestyle? Well, contrary to popular belief, you don’t need an abundance of cash to live the way I do. In fact, when I left London all those years ago, I had only ?800 to my name. Since then, I have been doing a variety of jobs as the opportunity arises. From being a fruit picker in the Australian outback to being a manager on a North Atlantic cruise ship, my work history is as diverse as the people and places I have encountered. So as long as you are prepared to do whatever it takes, you too can become a permanent tourist. Throughout my days, I have ventured through the Amazon Jungle, scaled the heights of Mount Kilimanjaro, relaxed in steaming Icelandic springs and cooked on campfires all over the world. But it hasn't all been rosy. When you are unfamiliar with your surroundings, it can leave you very vulnerable. While most people I have met have been both welcoming and kind, it’s a good idea to be wary of anyone you don’t know. So where do I go from here? As the plane descends upon the dusty city of Dubai, I begin to wonder if this will be the place where I will finally settle down. Despite my love of travelling, I suspect that one day, there will be a final destination. What awaits me in the Middle East and could it possibly ground me once and for all? Honestly, I have no idea, but as the pale morning sun rises in the sky, I gladly welcome the dawn of a brand new day. 1 As he departs, what is the cause of the writer's distress? A The idea of never seeing his friend. B The lifestyle he has chosen. C The uncomfortable transportation. D The pollution surrounding the city. 2 What sets the writer apart from traditional nomads? A He has fewer possessions. B He is able to travel much further. C He travels for different reasons. D He explores unfamiliar places. 3 What is the writer's attitude towards his lifestyle? A He would like to settle down.  He is glad to be away from home. C He regrets his lack of belonging. D He feels completely liberated. 4 What was the writer's reason for leaving London? A To complete his university course.  To fulfil his ambition to travel. C To save up some money. D To find employment abroad. 5 "...until I ran out of steam..." (line 33) refers to A growing older.  missing his home. C losing interest in travelling. D spending all his money. 6 What quality must you possess in order to be a modern-day nomad? A Wisdom  Modesty C Discipline D Willingness 7 What advice does the writer give to the reader? A Try to visit extreme places in the world.  Do not eat food unless you cook it yourself. C Always familiarise yourself with locals. D Be cautious when interacting with strangers. 8 How did the writer's attitude change during the passage? A He began to miss his hometown.  He realised his journey may eventually end. C He became less enthusiastic about travelling. D He grew anxious about his new horizons.