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Part 3 Audio:

Questions 21-26

What did findings of previous research claim about the personality traits a child is likely to have because of their position in the family?

Choose SIX answers from the box and write the correct letter, A-H, next to Questions 21-26

Personality Traits

A outgoing

B selfish

C independent

D attention-seeking

E introverted

F co-operative

G caring

H competitive

Position in family

21. the eldest child

22. a middle child

23. the youngest child

24. a twin

25. an only child

26. a child with much older siblings

Questions 27 and 28

Choose the correct letter, A, B or C.

27. What do the speakers say about the evidence relating to birth order and academic success?

A There is conflicting evidence about whether oldest children perform best in intelligence tests. B There is little doubt that birth order has less influence on academic achievement than socio-economic status. C Some studies have neglected to include important factors such as family size.

28. What does Ruth think is surprising about the difference in oldest children's academic performance?

A It is mainly thanks to their roles as teachers for their younger siblings. B The advantages they have only lead to a slightly higher level of achievement. C The extra parental attention they receive at a young age makes little difference.

Questions 29 and 30

Choose TWO letters, A-E.

Which TWO experiences of sibling rivalry do the speakers agree has been valuable for them?

29.

30.

A learning to share
B learning to stand up for oneself
C learning to be a good loser
D learning to be tolerant
E learning to say sorry