A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Feelings & Hobbies 3
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who says they practiced a lot for their game?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
8 Who had a long journey to go to the game?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
9 Who says family members came to watch them?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
10 Who says they had a meal instead of playing sport?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
11 Who says they really wanted to beat another team?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
12 Who spent their own money on something new for the sport?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
13 Who says the weather changed very fast?
A Jake B Liam C Noah
A cancelled sports game
Jake
I play football for my school. Last Saturday, we had a big match against a school from another town. I really wanted to win against them! I felt so angry when it started to rain heavily. I practiced every evening that week to be ready. I even cleaned my old football boots so they looked perfect. My older brother plays on my team too, and he was also very upset. We just went home and felt sad all day.
Liam
I had an important tennis competition at the weekend. The tennis courts are in a city that is two hours away by car. My dad drove me there very early in the morning. When we arrived, dark clouds appeared and it began to rain. I was so mad! I spent all my pocket money on a new tennis racket for this competition. My coach told me to rest the day before, so I didn't even get to hit a ball!
Noah
My friends and I play in a beach volleyball team. On Sunday, the morning was hot and sunny. But in the afternoon, the weather suddenly became terrible. The rain didn't stop, so we couldn't play. I was really angry because my grandparents travelled from their village to see me. They don't often watch my games. We didn't want to go home, so we went to a cafe and ate pizza together instead. It was still a nice afternoon.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Jake says he "practiced every evening that week".
8 B - Reason: Liam says the tennis courts were in a city that was "two hours away by car".
9 C - Reason: Noah explains that his "grandparents travelled from their village to see me" play.
10 C - Reason: Noah and his friends "went to a cafe and ate pizza together" instead of going home.
11 A - Reason: Jake played against a school from another town and "really wanted to win against them".
12 B - Reason: Liam explains that he "spent all my pocket money on a new tennis racket".
13 C - Reason: Noah mentions the morning was sunny, but the weather "suddenly became terrible".
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which text says you should imagine yourself playing very well?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
8 Which text explains what to do if your fingers are cold?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
9 Which text tells you it is fine if you play a bad note?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
10 Which text says you should look at a story while you wait?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
11 Which text advises you to try the piano before you begin your piece?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
12 Which text tells you what kind of things you should wear?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
13 Which text says the person listening wants you to get a good mark?
A Calm Your Body B Think Good Thoughts C Before You Play
Tips for a Relaxed Piano Exam
Calm Your Body
It is normal to feel nervous before a piano exam. Your hands might shake, but you can stop this. First, sit in a quiet place. Close your eyes and take deep breaths. Breathe in slowly, and then breathe out. Do this five times. If your fingers feel cold and stiff, wash them in warm water. This helps them move easily across the keys. Remember to wear comfortable clothes. You will play much better if you feel warm and relaxed.
Think Good Thoughts
Your mind is very important on exam day. Do not worry about making mistakes. Every musician plays a wrong note sometimes! Instead, picture yourself playing perfectly. Imagine the examiner smiling at you. It is a great idea to arrive at the music school early. If you run because you are late, your heart will beat too fast. Get there thirty minutes before your time. You can read a fun book while you wait to help you forget your worries.
Before You Play
When you finally walk into the exam room, remember to smile. A big smile tells your brain that you are happy and safe. The person testing you is not trying to find your mistakes. They want you to do well! Before you begin your first song, touch the piano. Play a few slow notes to test the sound. Take a few seconds to look at your music. You do not have to start immediately. Take your time and enjoy it.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Text B says you should "picture yourself playing perfectly."
8 A - Reason: Text A advises that if your fingers feel cold, you should "wash them in warm water."
9 B - Reason: Text B tells you not to worry because "Every musician plays a wrong note sometimes!"
10 B - Reason: Text B says that you can "read a fun book while you wait" to help you forget your worries.
11 C - Reason: Text C suggests that you should "Play a few slow notes to test the sound" before you begin.
12 A - Reason: Text A tells you to "remember to wear comfortable clothes."
13 C - Reason: Text C explains that the person testing you "want you to do well!"
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who watched things on the internet to learn?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
8 Who practises skateboarding with friends from school?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
9 Who bought some things to keep themselves safe?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
10 Who hopes to do something more difficult on their board soon?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
11 Who used a skateboard that belonged to a friend?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
12 Who says it took a long time to learn?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
13 Who loves the feeling of moving very fast?
A Lucas B Emma C Tom
Learning to skateboard
Lucas
I tried to learn to skateboard last year, but it was too hard. A few months ago, my older brother started teaching me. It took a long time, but I finally know how to ride! At first, I was worried about hurting myself. So, I bought a good helmet and some knee pads from a sports shop. Now I feel very safe. I usually ride my board in the park near my house. It is the best feeling in the world!
Emma
I didn't have money to buy a skateboard, so my friend let me use her old one. I wanted to start right away. I didn't have a teacher, so I watched lots of videos on the internet. In the beginning, I fell on the floor a lot. But I didn't stop trying. Now, I can stay on the board without falling. I love the wind in my hair when I go down a hill. Moving so fast makes me feel completely free!
Tom
My parents paid for me to go to a special skateboarding class. We use an indoor park, so we can ride even when it rains. The teacher is great and helps everyone. Now I can ride well, and I often go to the park with my classmates after school. It is so much fun to skate together. Right now, I can only ride in a straight line. Next month, I want to learn how to jump with my board!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Emma says she didn't have a teacher, so she "watched lots of videos on the internet."
8 C - Reason: Tom says that he often goes to the park "with my classmates after school."
9 A - Reason: Lucas was worried about hurting himself, so he "bought a good helmet and some knee pads."
10 C - Reason: Tom can only ride in a straight line now, but says, "Next month, I want to learn how to jump".
11 B - Reason: Emma didn't have money for a board, so her "friend let me use her old one."
12 A - Reason: Lucas says his older brother started teaching him and "It took a long time".
13 B - Reason: Emma loves going down a hill and says, "Moving so fast makes me feel completely free!"