KET 4 — Test 4
Reading & Writing
Practise the full A2 Key Reading & Writing paper — 9 parts, 56 questions, instant auto-grading. Test yourself like the real exam, then check answers and learn from instant feedback.
Match the notice
Which notice (A–H) says this (1–5)? For questions 1–5, choose the correct letter A–H.
Return books to shelves after use
(weekdays only)
(example)
MARTIN BANKS WILL READ FROM HIS LATEST BOOK
English Conversation: 1–2 pm Fridays
— Bring sandwiches! —
DO NOT LEAVE YOUR LUGGAGE UNATTENDED
CLOSED FOR LUNCH
24-HOUR BOOKING LINE: 0845 388420
Going to a concert
Read the sentences (6–10) about going to a concert. 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).
Choosing a subject: Amy & Helen
Complete the conversation between two friends. What does Helen say to Amy? For each blank, choose the correct letter A–H.
Amy: Helen, you went to university, didn’t you? Can I ask you something?
Helen: (Example: C)
Amy: I can’t decide what subject to study at university.
Helen:
Amy: I always do well in chemistry exams.
Helen:
Amy: I don’t agree. I don’t like it. What I really enjoy studying is history.
Helen:
Amy: Yes. They all say I should choose the subject I enjoy the most.
Helen:
Amy: Well, Dad wants me to do business studies so I can earn a lot like you!
Helen:
Amy: So I should choose history then!
Corryvale Farm
Read the article about Corryvale Farm. 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).
CORRYVALE FARM
Corryvale Farm is in the west of England. Stephen and Jenny Blackler keep cows and chickens and sell milk and eggs. But most of their money comes from Jenny’s sheep.
She has 50 sheep and each one has enough wool for six sweaters. Every six months, Stephen cuts this wool off the sheep so they won’t get too warm. Five years ago, Jenny made some sweaters with the wool and tried to sell them at country markets. But it was summer and the weather was hot so people didn’t want to buy sweaters. She then made some socks. Everybody loved them because they were cheap, strong and easy to wash.
That’s how Jenny’s business started. At first she made the socks at home, but soon she had thousands of customers so she had to send the wool to a factory, where all the socks are now made on machines. There are six colours, five sizes for all ages, and different socks for walkers, sportsmen and skiers. Jenny is busiest at Christmas because Corryvale socks are a favourite present. On the walls of Jenny’s office, there are lots of letters from happy customers all over the world.
The Globe Theatre — gap fill
Read the article about the Globe Theatre. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
The Globe Theatre
Visiting the theatre in London 400 years ago was very different from visiting a modern theatre. The building was round, [28] was no roof, and people got cold and wet [29] the weather was bad. The queen loved [30] to the Globe Theatre, by the River Thames, to see the plays of William Shakespeare. All the actors at that time [31] men. The visitors ate, talked to [32] friends, walked about during the show, and [33] people even threw things at the actors!
Today, it is still possible to visit the Globe Theatre. A new theatre stands in the same place [34] the river. You can enjoy a Shakespeare play there or just learn [35] life in the seventeenth century.
Food and drink words — spell the word
Read the descriptions (36–40) of some food and drink words. The first letter is given. Type the word. Example (0): You need this to cut up meat. → knife
Complete this letter
Read the letter from Sue to her friend Jeff. Type ONE word for each space (41–50). (Example: in)
Dear Jeff,
I’m having a good holiday (Example: in) Australia. When we arrived two weeks the weather was bad and was cold. Now the weather is better and we go to the beach day.
This week we staying in Sydney but week we went to the Great Barrier Reef. Because water was so warm, I loved swimming there. The fish were all different : red, yellow, purple! Australia very beautiful. We don’t want come home!
See you at the end September.
Sue
Book Order Form
Read the advertisement for a book and the e-mail. Fill in the information on the order form (51–55).
From: Jane Usher
Can you get Mick Blake’s new book for me? I think it costs £15. I can’t remember what it’s called. I liked his other book, ‘Football Families’.
I’m going to go on holiday on 20th December so I want it by the 19th.
If there’s a problem, phone me at work (922769) or in the evening, at home (765541).
Thanks. Jane Usher
BOOK ORDER FORM
Writing — note to Ally
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What did you do at the party? Who was there? What presents did you get?
Ally
- what you did at the party
- who was there
- what presents you got
Sample answers — with examiner marks
Hi Ally,
At my party we danced and played games in the garden. All my school friends and my cousins were there. I got a new bike and some books. It was a great day — thanks for your card! Tom
Hello Ally,
We make a big party at my house. My friends and all my family was there. I get many presents, a watch and a football. It was very fun! See you soon, Marco
Dear Ally,
At my party we ate pizza and danced all evening. My best friends from school were all there. I am so sad you couldn’t come — I missed you! Let’s meet soon. Lin