A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Feelings & School 1
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who was afraid they might get lost in the new building?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
8 Who felt worried because they didn't know anyone at the school?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
9 Who says a family member told them what to do?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
10 Who met someone nice while they were studying?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
11 Who was surprised that the lessons were not too hard?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
12 Who found a quiet place they liked on their first day?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
13 Who ate their food with another student?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
Our first day at a new school
Leo
I felt very nervous on my first morning. The school is so big! I was sure I was going to walk into the wrong classroom. I tried to find my history class, but I went the wrong way. A kind teacher saw me and walked with me to the right room. During the afternoon break, I didn't want to be in the noisy playground. I went into the library. It was lovely and quiet there. I read a book until it was time for my next lesson.
Maya
My family moved to a new town last month, so I had to change schools. I didn't have any friends there, and I was really sad about that. I thought I would be alone all day. But in my first science class, I sat next to a girl called Anna. We talked about our favourite music. She was very friendly. When the bell rang for lunch, she asked me to sit with her in the school café. I felt so happy after that!
Sam
Before my first day, I felt sick. My older brother went to the same school, and he always had lots of homework. I was worried that the work would be too difficult for me. I talked to my brother, and he told me to just listen carefully to the teachers. He was right. The teachers spoke slowly and explained everything very well. The maths lesson was actually really easy! I feel much better about going to school now.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Leo says he was sure he was going to walk into the wrong classroom and actually went the wrong way.
8 B - Reason: Maya says she didn't have any friends there and thought she would be alone all day.
9 C - Reason: Sam talked to his older brother, who told him to just listen carefully to the teachers.
10 B - Reason: Maya sat next to a very friendly girl called Anna during her first science class.
11 C - Reason: Sam was worried the work would be too difficult, but he found out the maths lesson was actually really easy.
12 A - Reason: Leo says he went into the library during the break because it was lovely and quiet there.
13 B - Reason: Maya says that when the bell rang for lunch, her new friend asked her to sit with her in the school café.
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which tip says you should get your things ready before the morning?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
8 Which tip tells you not to eat sweet food?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
9 Which tip says you should spend some time outside?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
10 Which tip explains what you can drink during the exam?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
11 Which tip says your phone can stop you from sleeping?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
12 Which tip tells you to stop studying and do another activity?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
13 Which tip tells you how long you should sleep for?
A Tip 1: Sleep Well B Tip 2: Eat Smart C Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
How to stay calm for your math exam
Tip 1: Sleep Well
You need a lot of energy for a big math exam. It is very important to sleep for at least eight hours. Do not study late at night. You must turn off your phone or computer an hour before you go to bed. Looking at screens is bad for your eyes and keeps you awake. Before you go to sleep, put your pencils, ruler, and calculator in your school bag. Then you will not feel worried about finding them in the morning.
Tip 2: Eat Smart
Food is important for your brain. On the morning of your math test, you should eat a healthy breakfast. Do not eat a lot of sweet things like chocolate or cake. They give you energy for a short time, but then you will feel very tired. You should eat eggs or fruit instead. You also need to drink lots of water. You can bring a small bottle of water into the exam room with you. It will help you think clearly.
Tip 3: Relax Your Mind
You must take a break from your math books before the exam. If you study for too many hours, your brain will feel full. Close your books and do something different. You can go outside and walk in the park. A short walk in the fresh air will help you feel calm. You can also play with your pet or talk to a good friend. When you sit down in the exam room, take three deep breaths before you start writing.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Tip 1 tells you to "put your pencils, ruler, and calculator in your school bag" before you go to sleep.
8 B - Reason: Tip 2 says you should "not eat a lot of sweet things like chocolate or cake."
9 C - Reason: Tip 3 says you can "go outside and walk in the park."
10 B - Reason: Tip 2 explains that you can bring "a small bottle of water into the exam room".
11 A - Reason: Tip 1 says looking at screens "keeps you awake".
12 C - Reason: Tip 3 tells you to "take a break from your math books" and "do something different."
13 A - Reason: Tip 1 says it is important to sleep "for at least eight hours."
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who won the competition with someone else?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
8 Who got something they can use to do their hobby?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
9 Who wanted to copy the success of a family member?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
10 Who didn't think their work was good enough to win?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
11 Who says they did the activity every day to get better?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
12 Who plans to try and win another prize in the future?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
13 Who felt worried while someone looked at their work?
A Leo B Maya C Toby
Winning a school prize
Leo
I love drawing, but I never thought my picture was special. Last month, my art teacher told me to put it in the school competition. When they called my name at the prize giving, I couldn't believe it! I walked to the front of the hall, and my parents looked so happy. My mum even cried a little. I won a big box of expensive paints. Now, I feel sure that I want to study art when I leave school.
Maya
My friend Sara and I spent three weeks making a model of the moon. We showed it at the school science competition. We were very nervous when the headteacher looked at it. Later, he told everyone that we were the winners! We walked on stage together to get our prize. It was a beautiful book about space. I felt so proud to share this special moment with my best friend. Next year, we will try to win again!
Toby
I love running, and my dream was to win the school sports prize. My older brother won it two years ago, so I wanted to do the same. I ran in the park every evening after dinner to get faster. On the day of the race, I ran as fast as I could and finished first! The headteacher gave me a wonderful silver cup. I put it on the desk in my bedroom, so I can see it every day.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Maya says she made the project with her friend Sara and they shared the prize.
8 A - Reason: Leo won a "big box of expensive paints" to use for his art.
9 C - Reason: Toby wanted to win because his "older brother won it two years ago".
10 A - Reason: Leo says he "never thought my picture was special" and he "couldn't believe it" when he won.
11 C - Reason: Toby explains that he "ran in the park every evening after dinner to get faster".
12 B - Reason: Maya says that "Next year, we will try to win again!".
13 B - Reason: Maya explains that they "were very nervous when the headteacher looked at it".