KET 1 — 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.
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(example)
Road Closed
(except Mondays)
Nina’s birthday
Read the sentences (6–10) about Nina’s birthday. 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).
Conversation at a garage
Complete the conversation between the woman and the mechanic. What does the woman say to the mechanic? For each blank, choose the correct letter A–H.
Mechanic: Good morning, Madam. What’s the problem?
Woman: (Example: B)
Mechanic: What do you mean?
Woman:
Mechanic: I see. We can probably repair that easily. Can you leave the car now?
Woman:
Mechanic: I’m sorry. We’re completely full on Saturday.
Woman:
Mechanic: Yes, all right. Could you come in the morning?
Woman:
Mechanic: OK.
Woman:
Mechanic: I’m not sure, but probably about £30.
Woman: That’s fine. I’ll see you on Monday.
New books this month
Read the information about three books and then answer the questions. For each question (21–27), mark A (The Long Night), B (Hard Work) or C (Hospital or Cinema?).
NEW BOOKS THIS MONTH
A · The Long Night
This is David Reilly’s first book. David became a writer after teaching English for several years. Maha is a nurse in northern Australia, where she works in a small hospital. One day a baby is so ill that Maha has to drive at night to get her to the nearest big city. They have a lot of problems getting there and …
B · Hard Work
This exciting story is Joanna Jones’s twentieth. Hard Work is about Sombat, who works with his father, a carpenter, in Thailand. They work long, hard hours making tables and chairs, but they do not have any money. One day a man dressed all in black buys the most beautiful table in the shop …
C · Hospital or Cinema?
Marcie Jacome, who studies English in London, wrote this story this year. This is a young Brazilian woman whose dream is to become a doctor. She goes to London to study English and medicine but one day she meets a man who asks her to become a film star … What will Tina do?
Schnauzer Dogs — gap fill
Read the article about Schnauzer dogs. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
SCHNAUZER DOGS
There are three sizes of Schnauzer dog.
The two smaller sizes first [28] to England over 50 years ago, but the Giant Schnauzer has not [29] here very long. The name Giant is a good one because the dogs are 65 to 67.5 cm high.
All the dogs [30] long hair, which should be cut quite often. Most smaller Schnauzers [31] grey in colour, [32] the Giant Schnauzer is usually black.
Schnauzers come from Germany, where farmers use the dogs to help [33] with their sheep, and they are also used [34] the police, because Schnauzer dogs are very intelligent.
A Schnauzer makes [35] nice family dog. It is friendly and very good with young children.
Holidays and travel — spell the word
Read the descriptions. The first letter is given. Type the word. Example (0): You can take photos of your holiday with this. → camera
Complete the letter
Type ONE word for each space. (Example: here)
28 Long Road
Brighton
22nd March
Dear Pat,
I arrived (Example: here) three weeks ago. I’m studying at a language school Brighton. The students come many different countries and I made a lot of new friends.
There classes for five hours every day. I like teacher very much. name is John and he helps me I make a mistake.
I want visit London next weekend because I going back to my country on Monday. Can I see you there? Please write to soon.
With best wishes from
Maria
Film Club notes
Read the notice for the Hartland College Film Club and the note from Sheila. Complete Andy’s notes.
Every Tuesday 8 p.m.
In the DRAMA STUDIO
2 April City Lights
9 April The Last King
Tickets: Students £3.50 · Visitors £5.00
2 April
Andy,
Let’s go to the Film Club next week. Can you get the tickets from the college office? Remember we pay the cheaper price. I must study at home for our exam on 8 April. Thanks!
See you next Tuesday in the Coffee Bar at 7.45, before it starts!
Sheila
Andy’s Notes — Film Club with Sheila
Writing — postcard to Richard
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Write soon!
Richard
- day/date of arrival
- length of visit
- suggested activity
Sample answer (32 words)
Hi Richard,
I’m so excited to visit! I’m arriving on Saturday 15th August and I’d like to stay for two weeks. Can we go sightseeing in London together? See you soon!
Maria