KET 4 — Test 1
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.
AWAY FROM CHILDREN
No showers in the Sports Centre this week
until Friday.
Day trip to the mountains
Wear something warm!
We’ll make it look like new
25% cheaper
(example)
Cooking a meal
Read the sentences (6–10) about cooking a meal. 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).
At a hotel: Tom & the Receptionist
Complete the conversation. What does Tom say to the receptionist? For each blank, choose the correct letter A–H.
Receptionist: Good evening, can I help you?
Tom: (Example: C)
Receptionist: I’m afraid all our single rooms are full. How long do you want to stay?
Tom:
Receptionist: I have a double room for £60.
Tom:
Receptionist: I’m sure they’re full too. There are a lot of tourists in town at the moment.
Tom:
Receptionist: I’m afraid the restaurant is closed. Breakfast starts at 7 tomorrow.
Tom:
Receptionist: Your room must be empty by 12 o’clock. But you can put your luggage in reception.
Tom:
Receptionist: Would you write your name in the book, please?
Bill Bryson
Read the article about Bill Bryson, a writer. 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).
BILL BRYSON
I was born in the United States but I have written several travel books about England. I lived there with my wife and four children for 20 years, but for the last three years we have lived in the United States. Our children are now learning about life in the United States. I’m sure they will be happier because they have lived in two countries. I like Britain and I want to return, but my daughter, Felicity, is going to start college here soon, so it won’t be for another four years.
I have just been to England for six weeks to work on a radio programme about the English language and also to talk about the book I’ve just written. Most writers don’t like doing this; they don’t like travelling around the country, selling their book. I don’t mind it. I like visiting new places and meeting lots of people. It’s very different from the life I have in the United States when I’m writing. In England, people drove me around in big cars and I stayed in expensive hotels. It was good because I didn’t have to pay any bills. Everyone was kind to me and it was fun.
Crocodiles — gap fill
Read the article about crocodiles. Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space.
Crocodiles
We can find crocodiles in tropical parts of the world, for example Africa, South America and Northern Australia.
They spend most of the time [28] slow-moving water but they [29] move fast through the water and on land.
You often see crocodiles together in large groups. They [30] everything they catch, [31] fish, birds and small animals. And sometimes they make a meal of large animals or even people.
There are [32] than ten types of crocodile. They all have very sharp teeth. They often lose [33] teeth, but soon get new ones.
Crocodiles are usually about 3.5 metres long, but some are much [34]. Crocodiles live [35] a long time. The oldest one kept in a zoo was 66 years old.
Things you can read — spell the word
Read the descriptions (36–40) of some things you can read. The first letter is given. Type the word. Example (0): When your friends go on holiday, they send you this. → postcard
Complete this letter
Read the letter from Sophie to her friend Maria. Type ONE word for each space (41–50). (Example: be)
Paris
Dear Maria,
It’s good to (Example: be) back home in my country but I still think all the friends I made in our English class, especially you. I cried I left England because my visit too short. I would to return to England but time I will stay in a different city.
I have started English classes again here. I learnt a of things in England but I know I to study even harder.
about you? you still looking for a job? I hope you find soon.
Love,
Sophie
Lost Property Report Form
Read the letter from Jane Harvey. Fill in the information on the Lost Property Report Form (51–55).
North Line Trains
London
Dear Sir,
On 14 March, I got on the 12.45 train to London at Manchester station. I had a suitcase and a handbag with me. When I got off the train at 14.50, I did not have my handbag.
Has anyone found it? Please phone me on 723419 or, after 6 p.m., on 796327.
Jane Harvey
LOST PROPERTY REPORT FORM
Writing — note to Spencer
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Where shall we eat? What time can you come? Where can I park my car?
Spencer
- where you will eat
- what time you can come
- where Spencer can park his car
Sample answers — with examiner marks
Hi Spencer,
Let’s eat at the new Italian restaurant near my house — the food is great. I can come at seven o’clock on Saturday. You can park your car in front of my house; there is always space. See you! Tom
Hello Spencer,
We can eat in the pizza place by my home. I come at half past seven in the evening. You can park you car on the street near my house, is no problem. See you Saturday! Marco
Dear Spencer,
Let’s eat at the Chinese restaurant in the centre. I can come at eight o’clock. I am very happy to see you on Saturday and have dinner together. Thank you! Lin