Pretest 2 Pre-intermediate1(Ket): Reading And Writing
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Part 1.Which notice (A-H) says this (1-5)?For questions 1-5, choose the correct answer A-H.Children pay less than adults here.
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This quiz, titled 'Pretest 2 Pre-Intermediate1(KET): Reading and Writing,' assesses reading comprehension and writing skills. It includes questions on interpreting notices and filling in blanks in sentences related to daily activities, aimed at enhancing English language proficiency.
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Be careful because this will burn.
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We don't want any money yet.
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The given statement implies that the speaker does not want to receive any money at the current moment.Rate this question:
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Things are cheaper here.
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You must pay with cash.
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Part 2.Read the sentences (6-10) about going to the zoo.Choose the best word (A,B or C) for each space.EXAMPLE: ANSWER0 On Sunday, Tim ........ up early because he was going to the zoo. B A stood B woke C wentHe put some bisquits and an apple in a bag for his ....... .
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Meat
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Lunch
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Dish
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A. LunchExplanation
Tim put some biscuits and an apple in a bag for his lunch.Rate this question:
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He took a bus to the zoo and got off outside the ...... entrance.
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High
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Main
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A. MainExplanation
The correct answer is "main" because when someone goes to a zoo, the main entrance is usually the most common and convenient place to get off the bus. It is the primary entrance that most visitors use to access the zoo.Rate this question:
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He ........ at the monkeys eating some bananas.
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Enjoyed
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Watched
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Laughed
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A. LaughedExplanation
The correct answer is "laughed". This suggests that he found amusement or entertainment in observing the monkeys eating bananas.Rate this question:
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The lions were sleeping under a tree because it was very ..... .
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Hot
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Tired
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A. HotExplanation
The lions were sleeping under a tree because it was very hot.Rate this question:
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Tim .... some photos of the elephants.
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A. TookExplanation
The word "took" is the correct answer because it is the past tense form of the verb "take". In this context, it implies that Tim captured or obtained some photos of the elephants. The word "put" does not fit the sentence as it does not convey the action of capturing photos. Similarly, the word "made" does not make sense in this context as it does not describe the action of taking photos.Rate this question:
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Part 3.Complete the five conversations.For questions 11-15, choose the correct answer A, B or C.Jone's broken this plate.
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That's very good.
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Here you are.
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It doesn't matter.
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A. It doesn't matter.Explanation
The correct answer is "It doesn't matter." This response suggests that the person is not concerned or upset about the plate being broken, indicating that it is not a significant issue.Rate this question:
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Is this your watch?
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It's 3 o'clock.
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I think it's Dave's.
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I'm sorry I'm late.
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A. I think it's Dave's.Explanation
Based on the given information, the speaker believes that the watch belongs to Dave. This can be inferred from the statement "I think it's Dave's." The speaker's belief is based on the context of the conversation and possibly some visual cues or previous knowledge about Dave's watch.Rate this question:
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Can I have a sandwich?
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Yes, of course
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Yes, it is.
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Yes, that's right .
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A. Yes, of courseExplanation
The correct answer is "Yes, of course" because it directly responds to the question and indicates that the person can indeed have a sandwich.Rate this question:
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We are from London.
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Not at all.
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Yes, please.
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How interesting.
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A. How interesting.Explanation
The phrase "We are from London" is a statement indicating the speaker's origin. The responses "Not at all" and "Yes, please" do not directly relate to the statement. However, the response "How interesting" suggests curiosity or intrigue towards the fact that the speaker is from London.Rate this question:
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Complete the conversation about a flat.What does Ben say to Ann?For questions 16-20, choose the correct answers A-H.EXAMPLE ANSWERAnn: 279616, Ann Beaton speaking. Ben: 0............................. . DAnn: Oh yes, in the Evening Post?Ben: 16.............. .Ann: 300 pounds a month.Ben: 17............... .Ann: Two, both of them with double beds.Ben: 18 ................ .Ann: Yes. It's quite small, but there are some nice plants in it.Ben: 19 ................ . Ann: I'm afraid not, but you can park outside on the street.Ben: 20 ................. .Ann: Of course - is tomorrow all right? At about 10 a.m. .Ben: Yes, that'll be fine. So I'll see you tomorrow. Goodbye.16)
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How many bedrooms does it have?
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That's right, how much is it?
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OK. Can I come and see it?
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Hello, I'm phoning about your advertisement for a flat.
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Is there a bus stop near the flat?
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Does it have a garden?
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How many beds are there?
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And is there a garage?
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A. That's right, how much is it?Explanation
Ben asks "That's right, how much is it?" in response to Ann stating that the rent for the flat is 300 pounds a month. Ben is confirming the price of the flat.Rate this question:
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How many bedrooms does it have?
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That's right, how much is it?
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OK. Can I come and see it?
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Hello, I'm phoning about your advertisement for a flat.
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Is there a bus stop near the flat?
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Does it have a garden?
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How many beds are there?
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And is there a garage?
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A. How many bedrooms does it have?Explanation
The correct answer is "How many bedrooms does it have?" because it directly addresses the question about the number of bedrooms in the flat. The other options either ask about the price, the possibility of visiting, the location of a bus stop, the presence of a garden, the number of beds, or the availability of a garage, which are not relevant to the original question.Rate this question:
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How many bedrooms does it have?
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That's right, how much is it?
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OK. Can I come and see it?
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Hello, I'm phoning about your advertisement for a flat.
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Is there a bus stop near the flat?
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Does it have a garden?
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How many beds are there?
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A. Does it have a garden?Explanation
The correct answer is "Does it have a garden?" because the previous questions in the conversation are all related to the features and amenities of the flat, such as the number of bedrooms, bus stop nearby, and the presence of a garage. Therefore, it is logical to ask if the flat has a garden as well.Rate this question:
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How many bedrooms does it have?
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That's right, how much is it?
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OK. Can I come and see it?
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Hello, I'm phoning about your advertisement for a flat.
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Is there a bus stop near the flat?
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Does it have a garden?
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How many beds are there?
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And is there a garage?
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A. And is there a garage?Explanation
The given answer, "And is there a garage?" is correct because it is the only question that specifically asks about the presence of a garage. The other questions inquire about the number of bedrooms, the price, the possibility of visiting, the proximity of a bus stop, the presence of a garden, and the number of beds. Only the question about a garage directly asks if there is one.Rate this question:
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How many bedrooms does it have?
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That's right, how much is it?
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OK. Can I come and see it?
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Hello, I'm phoning about your advertisement for a flat.
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Part 4.Read the article about some birds.Are sentences 21-27 'Right'(A) or 'Wrong' (B)?If there is not enough information to answer 'Right'(A) or 'Wrong' (B), choose 'Doesn't say' (C).EXAMPLE ANSWER0 Winters in Canada are too cold for Canada geese. A Right B Wrong C Doesn't say A21) Bill Lishman is a farmer.
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A. Right.Explanation
The article states that Bill Lishman is a farmer, so the statement is correct.Rate this question:
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Bill lives with his parents.
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Doesn't say.
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A. Doesn't say.Explanation
The given statement "Bill lives with his parents" does not provide any information about whether it is right or wrong. It simply states a fact about Bill's living arrangement without indicating if it is true or false. Therefore, the answer is "Doesn't say" as the statement does not provide enough information to determine its accuracy.Rate this question:
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Bill carried the geese in his plane.
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Doesn't say.
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A. Wrong.Explanation
The given statement says that Bill carried the geese in his plane. However, the word "wrong" indicates that this statement is not correct. Therefore, the correct answer is wrong.Rate this question:
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This was Bill's first visit to Virginia.
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Doesn't say.
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A. Doesn't say.Explanation
The given statement "This was Bill's first visit to Virginia" does not provide enough information to determine whether it is right or wrong. It simply states that it was Bill's first visit to Virginia, but it doesn't mention any specific details or reasons to confirm or deny the statement. Therefore, the answer is "Doesn't say" as it cannot be determined based on the given information.Rate this question:
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Bill wanted the geese to stay at his home for the winter.
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Doesn't say.
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A. Wrong.Explanation
The given statement states that Bill wanted the geese to stay at his home for the winter. However, the answer is "Wrong" because there is no information provided in the statement about whether Bill wanted the geese to stay or not. Therefore, it cannot be determined whether Bill wanted the geese to stay at his home for the winter or not based on the given statement.Rate this question:
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Bill stayed in Virginia all winter.
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A. Wrong.Explanation
The statement "Bill stayed in Virginia all winter" is incorrect because it contradicts the fact that Bill stayed in Virginia during the entire winter season.Rate this question:
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The geese returned to Canada in the spring
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A. Right.Explanation
The statement "The geese returned to Canada in the spring" is correct because it states that the geese returned to Canada specifically in the spring. This implies that the geese left Canada at some point and then came back during the spring season.Rate this question:
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Part 5.Read the article about bicycles.Choose the best word (A, B or C) for each space (28-35). 28)
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The correct answer is "was" because it is the past tense form of the verb "to be" and agrees with the subject of the sentence.Rate this question:
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Must
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The word "could" suggests a possibility or ability to do something. It implies that there is a chance or option available for the action to happen. In this context, without further information, "could" indicates that there is a potential for the action to occur, but it is not certain or guaranteed.Rate this question:
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The correct answer is "bought." This is the past tense form of the verb "buy." It is used to indicate that someone purchased something in the past.Rate this question:
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The word "faster" is the comparative form of the adjective "fast," indicating a higher degree of speed than the base form. "Fastest" is the superlative form, indicating the highest degree of speed among multiple things or individuals. Therefore, "faster" is the correct answer as it represents a comparison between two things or individuals in terms of speed.Rate this question:
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The correct answer is "there". "There" is used to indicate a place or location. In this context, it is the appropriate word to use to refer to a specific location or position.Rate this question:
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Part 6Read the descriptions (36-40) of some people in a family.What is the word for each description?The first letter is already there.Write the missing letters to complete the words.EXAMPLE ANSWER0 If yout child is a boy he is this. s o n (3 letters)This is your mother's brother u ________ (5 letters)
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ncle, NCLE, uncle, Uncle - 36.
She's your father's mother. g ________ (11 letters)
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randmother, RANDMOTHER, grandmother, GRANDMOTHER - 37.
This is the person a man is married to. w ________ (4 letters)
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ife, IFE, WIFE, ifeExplanation
The correct answer is "ife" because it is the correct spelling of the word that means the person a man is married to. "IFE" and "WIFE" are incorrect spellings as they are not recognized words in the English language. "ife" is repeated twice in the answer options, but it is still the correct answer.Rate this question:
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This is your father's sister. a ________ (4 letters)
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unt, aunt, UNT, AUNTExplanation
The word that fits the blank and matches the given definition is "aunt". It is the correct answer because an aunt is a person's father's sister. The variations in capitalization (UNT, AUNT) are also acceptable as they still represent the correct word.Rate this question:
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Part 7.Complete these letters.Write ONE word for each space.41) ________
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inExplanation
The question asks for a word to complete the phrase "in ___". The correct answer is "in" itself, as it is the missing word.Rate this question:
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like - 41.
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on, fromExplanation
The word "on" is used to indicate a position or location, while the word "from" is used to indicate the starting point of something. Both "on" and "from" are prepositions that are commonly used to show a relationship between two things. In this case, the correct answer is "on, from" because both prepositions are used to show different relationships in different contexts.Rate this question:
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costs, is, 's - 45.
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Part 8.Read the note from a student who wants a book from a library.Fill in the information on the Reservation Form. Name of book: Understanding Science 51) Name of writer: ________ (Surname ONLY)
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RenshawExplanation
The correct answer is Renshaw. The student is requesting a book called "Understanding Science" and the question asks for the surname of the writer. The note does not provide the first name of the writer, but it does mention the surname "Renshaw". Therefore, Renshaw is the correct answer for the surname of the writer.Rate this question:
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When do you want the book? ________ (number+month ONLY.Ex.: 15 March)
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10 AprilExplanation
The answer is 10 April because it is the specific date mentioned in the question. The question asks for the desired date to receive the book, and the given response matches that request.Rate this question:
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