English C1 CAE

Whitby is a seaside town on the north-(0) EASTERN (EAST) coast of England, which (1) ............ (DOUBT) has a charm and character not found in many places. Standing in the harbour are relics of the past that help illustrate its (2) ............ (REMARK) history. On the West Cliff stands the arched upper jawbone of a whale, reflective of Whitby's strong fishing tradition and the still evident community of (3) ............ (FISH) . On the East Cliff, you can climb 199 steps up to the ghostly ruins of Whitby Abbey and the (4) ............ (MAGNIFICENCE) St Mary's church and graveyard, which stand side by side, silhouetted against the dramatic clifftops and stunning Yorkshire moors. Indeed, it is here that Bram Stoker's (5) ............ (FAME) vampire Dracula is said to have first landed on English soil. This is commemorated by a tourist attraction which includes exhibits that (6) ............ (COUNT) his story and legend. No visit to Whitby would be complete without having fish and chips, making it (7) ............ (DEFINE) a place worth visiting to enjoy the more old-fashioned Great British seaside holiday. Newer (8) ............ (ADD) to the town are an eclectic mix of vintage shops and cafés, amongst other things.