KET 7 — Test 1
Reading & Writing
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Match the notice
Which notice (A–H) says this (1–5)? For questions 1–5, choose the correct letter A–H.
New staff member wanted to work evenings
No exit for cinema customers
Collect tickets from machine near entrance
Teenagers – ask staff about cinema club discount
No tickets left for 2 o’clock show – afternoon show only
(example)
when paying for sweets
Fresh food available from 2 p.m. weekends and 5 p.m. weekdays
Travelling by plane
Read the sentences (6–10) about travelling by plane. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
Complete the conversations
Complete the five conversations. Choose the correct answer (A, B or C).
First day back at school: Ben & his mother
Complete the conversation. What does Ben say to his mother? For each blank, choose the correct letter A–H.
Mother: So, Ben, did you enjoy your first day back at school?
Ben: (Example: D)
Mother: Oh, that’s good. Are there any new students?
Ben:
Mother: Really? Do you think you’ll be friends?
Ben:
Mother: Why don’t you invite him to go at the weekend instead?
Ben:
Mother: I’m sure I can find time for that.
Ben:
Mother: Good idea. Now, have you got any homework?
Ben:
Mother: I’d prefer you to do your homework now, please.
Jann Mardenborough
Read the article about a young racing driver. Are sentences 21–27 ‘Right’ (A) or ‘Wrong’ (B)? If there is not enough information to answer ‘Right’ or ‘Wrong’, choose ‘Doesn’t say’ (C).
Jann Mardenborough
Jann Mardenborough has loved cars since he was given a toy one as a baby. He loved them so much that when he was eight his father took him to a place where children race small cars called karts. Staff at the kart centre told Jann he drove so well, he might one day become a racing driver. Unfortunately, the kart centre closed soon afterwards, and there wasn’t another one near enough to his home that he could get to.
As he couldn’t race karts any more, Jann decided to try computer racing games. After lots of practice, he became very good. However, he never told his parents what he was doing. Then, one day, when he was 18, he told them that he was one of the top ten winners of a computer racing competition. They were very surprised. His prize was to drive a real car in a race against the other nine top players.
It was Jann’s first time in a racing car, but, amazingly, he won the race! The prize this time was a free course to learn to be a racing driver. He did really well, and has found a job driving in a racing team.
The History of Chocolate — gap fill
Read the article about the history of chocolate. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
The History of Chocolate
The history of chocolate began over three and a half thousand years ago. At that time, people in the Americas [28] as the Mayans and the Aztecs grew the beans and made chocolate drinks [29] them. Around 1500, Christopher Columbus took cocoa beans to Europe, and chocolate drinks [30] became popular in Spain. However, it wasn’t until nearly 100 years [31] that people started drinking chocolate in [32] parts of Europe.
In 1657, a Frenchman opened the first chocolate house in London. The drink was expensive, so only rich people [33] enjoy it. Chocolate continued to become more popular, [34] it wasn’t until 1847 that the first modern chocolate bar was [35]. Now chocolate is available everywhere, and we also eat it in foods like cakes, biscuits and sweets.
Spending time outdoors — spell the word
Read the descriptions (36–40) of some words about spending time outdoors. The first letter is given. Type the word. Example (0): You can do this activity in the sea or in a pool. → swimming
Complete this letter
Read the letter from Daniel to his Aunt Fabienne. Type ONE word for each space (41–50). (Example: me)
Dear Aunt Fabienne,
Mum asked (Example: me) to let you know that I arrived home okay.
I enjoyed travelling back train, and I was surprised that only took me three hours to get home. Thank you very for looking after me I was in France. I’m going back to school week. My French is a lot better it was before, so I hope my marks will improve!
I like to keep practising French and I’m looking a pen friend. I thought of your friend’s son Eilan. We can send emails once a week. Let me know you think.
I we can see each other soon.
Daniel
Martina’s notes — dance classes
Read the advertisement and the email. Fill in the information in Martina’s notes (51–55).
Wednesday or Saturday
10 a.m. or 4 p.m.
Sunday or Thursday
11 a.m. or 5 p.m.
To: Martina
Martina, dance classes start again soon. We did Jazz Dance last term, so let’s try Hip-Hop. I can’t do weekdays because of work, and I’d prefer a morning class. Afternoon classes are more expensive anyway. Let’s go by car, as it’s not easy to get there by bus.
Martina’s notes — Dance classes with Nicole
Writing — email to Jem
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I heard you lost your school bag yesterday. Where did you last see it? What does it look like? What was in it?
- where you last saw the bag
- what the bag looks like
- what was in the bag
Sample answers — with examiner marks
Hi Jem,
Yes, I lost my school bag at the sports centre yesterday. It’s a big black bag with red writing on it. My books, my pens and my phone were inside. Have you seen it? Tom
Hello Jem,
I lost my bag in the park yesterday. It is a blue bag with white stars. There was my school books and my keys in it. Please tell me if you find it! Marco
Dear Jem,
I last saw my school bag on the bus home yesterday. It is a green backpack with two big pockets. I am really worried because I need it for school tomorrow. Bye, Lin
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