KET 7 — 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.
Great prices! Contact David
Hot meals served until 10 p.m. everyday
Every student can borrow up to 3 books
Please use toilets upstairs near the café
(normal price £2.50)
Wednesday 7 p.m.–8 p.m. · Call Bryan on 5488 967622
Join now for 12 months and only pay for 10
Sorry, cash only – no credit cards
(example)
Going to the theatre
Read the sentences (6–10) about going to the theatre. 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).
Going to a concert: Lisa & Danika
Complete the conversation. What does Danika say to Lisa? For each blank, choose the correct letter A–H.
Lisa: Are you busy this Saturday?
Danika: (Example: D)
Lisa: Would you like to go to a concert?
Danika:
Lisa: Well, ‘Rex’ are playing in town this weekend.
Danika:
Lisa: Lots of times! You should listen to them online before we go.
Danika:
Lisa: We’ll need to. Lots of people will want to go. I can get them on Wednesday.
Danika:
Lisa: Great. Shall I meet you at the train station on Saturday at about 8 p.m.?
Danika:
Lisa: Sure, no problem. It will be awesome!
David Rawson
Read the article about a teenage rower. 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).
David Rawson
David Rawson, 15, is one of the best rowers of his age in the USA. He comes from Connecticut, and spends most of his free time practising on the many rivers near his home.
David’s dad Martin also enjoys rowing. ‘David’s much better than me, but I go with him when I can,’ he says. David’s mother, Wendy, doesn’t go rowing herself but she’s happy to take them to and from the rivers in her car.
It’s an expensive sport. The Rawsons have seven boats, costing between $1500 and $4000 each. But you can see how important rowing is to the family when you go to their home. There are many photos of David rowing and several rowing boats in the garage.
About 18 months ago, David started rowing on the sea. This sport is similar to surfing except that you sit in a special boat instead of standing on a board. David loves it; and it means he can continue with his sport in the summer when his favourite rivers don’t have enough water in them.
Next year David is hoping to go to the Premier Rowing Academy where he’ll study rowing as well as all the usual school subjects.
Emperor Penguins — gap fill
Read the article about Emperor penguins. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
Emperor Penguins
There are seventeen kinds of penguins in the world. Emperor penguins are the [28] of them all. They spend [29] lives in the Antarctic and are the only animals to stay there [30] the winter. Other animals find it [31] cold.
The female Emperor penguin lays one egg in winter. Then she leaves to go and [32] fish. The male keeps the egg with him on the ice. He [33] to keep it warm. He does this by putting it on his feet.
He looks after the egg [34] the baby penguin comes out, [35] usually takes about 65 days. Around that time, the female Emperor penguin returns to look after the baby chick. The hungry male can finally go into the sea to eat some fish.
Birthday party words — spell the word
Read the descriptions (36–40) of some words about a birthday party. The first letter is given. Type the word. Example (0): You listen to this when you dance. → music
Complete this email
Read the email from Rosario to her friend Melissa. Type ONE word for each space (41–50). (Example: in)
To: Melissa
Dear Melissa,
How are things (Example: in) London? I had a great time staying with you. Thank you for looking after . You are great cook and your family were really kind to me. And my English is much better now it was before.
My flight home was fine – there were delays at all. It’s good to be back, but I miss you all very !
you remember my friend Jenny? I think she came visit me at your house once twice. Well, she took some great photos us on our last day at the language school. I’m sending you one with this email. I hope you like !
Rosario
Sophie’s notes — trip to bookshop
Read the advertisement and the email. Fill in the information in Sophie’s notes (51–55).
Buy here for £12.50
To: Sophie
My mum wants David Fox’s latest book for her birthday. Can you get it from the bookshop near you? Her birthday’s on June 11, so I need it on June 10 please. If there’s a problem, call me at the office on 786 861. My new mobile number is 07920 3449.
Sophie’s notes — Trip to bookshop
Writing — postcard to Jo
This part is not auto-graded. Write your postcard, then click Show Sample Answer to see examples with examiner marks.
- tell Jo what you did yesterday
- describe the weather
- say when you are coming home
Sample answers — with examiner marks
Hi Jo,
I’m having a great holiday! Yesterday I went to the beach and swam in the sea. The weather is hot and sunny every day. I’m coming home next Sunday. See you soon! Maria
Hello Jo,
Yesterday I visit a big castle with my family. It was very interesting. The weather is rainy and cold here. I come back home on Friday. Miss you! Pablo
Dear Jo,
I’m on holiday in Spain. Yesterday we went to a water park and had so much fun on the slides. I’m coming home on Saturday afternoon. Write back soon! Lin