A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Tech & Hobbies 3
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who watches other people play to get new ideas?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
8 Who plays against people from different parts of the world?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
9 Which person uses a mobile phone to play in their free time?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
10 Which person says that making mistakes helps them to learn?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
11 Which person plays short games so they can think more quickly?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
12 Who plays the game with a group of people from their school?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
13 Which person remembers their old games to help them win?
A Leo B Sara C Tom
Learning Strategy with Online Chess
Leo
I love playing chess on my computer. The best part is that I can find players from many different countries. Playing against them teaches me a lot. Before I move a piece, I try not to play too fast. I always think about what will happen next. Sometimes I lose a match, but I do not feel sad. Making a bad move is actually useful because I understand what to do next time. My strategy gets much better when I learn from my mistakes.
Sara
I enjoy a special kind of online chess. It is very fast, and each player only has a few minutes. This teaches me to make quick decisions and improves my strategy. I don't use my phone to play; I always use my big laptop. To get better, I often watch videos of famous chess players on the internet. Seeing how they start their games gives me great ideas. I also practice these new moves with my dad at the weekend.
Tom
I joined our school online chess club last month. We have a competition every Friday. It is great fun to play with the other students in my class. When I have some free time on the bus, I open a chess app on my phone. To win, I try to remember the moves from my old games. If I see the same problem again, I know exactly what to do. Remembering the past is my favourite way to build a strong strategy.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Sara says she will "watch videos of famous chess players... Seeing how they start their games gives me great ideas."
8 A - Reason: Leo mentions that he can "find players from many different countries."
9 C - Reason: Tom says that when he has free time on the bus, he opens "a chess app on my phone."
10 A - Reason: Leo explains that "making a bad move is actually useful" and he will "learn from my mistakes."
11 B - Reason: Sara plays a special kind of chess that is "very fast" because it teaches her to "make quick decisions."
12 C - Reason: Tom says he plays with the "school online chess club" and "other students in my class."
13 C - Reason: Tom states that to win, he tries to "remember the moves from my old games."
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which workshop asks you to bring something from home?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
8 Which workshop teaches you how to finish a whole track?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
9 Which workshop tells you how to let other people hear your music?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
10 Which workshop focuses on learning how to make drum sounds?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
11 Which workshop happens after the morning?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
12 Which workshop uses an instrument that connects to the laptop?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
13 Which workshop tells you to get there before the start time?
A Beat Basics B Melody Magic C Song Studio
Weekend Electronic Music Workshops
Beat Basics
Do you want to make electronic music but don't know how? In this morning workshop, you will learn the basics of rhythm. We will show you how to find great drum sounds and put them together. You do not need to own a laptop to join this class. We have computers here for everyone! You will leave with your very first beat. Just remember to arrive early so you can get a good seat.
Melody Magic
This afternoon class is perfect if you want to add music to your beats. We will connect a small keyboard to your laptop. Then, you can try playing different notes. You will learn how to mix low sounds and high sounds together perfectly. We provide the laptops and keyboards, but please remember to pack your own headphones. It gets very loud in the room! At the end of the day, you can save your ideas.
Song Studio
Are you ready to finish your music? Join us on Sunday to turn your short beats into a complete song. We will teach you how to add special sound effects. You will also learn how to fix mistakes in your music. Finally, we will show you how to put your new song on the internet. Then, your friends and family can listen to your track on their phones. It is a fantastic way to end the weekend!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Text B tells you to "pack your own headphones", which means bringing something from home. Text A has a negative trap saying you "do not need to own a laptop".
8 C - Reason: Text C says you will learn to turn your beats "into a complete song," which means finishing a whole track. Text A mentions making your "first beat", which is only the beginning.
9 C - Reason: Text C explains how to put your song on the internet so "your friends and family can listen to your track."
10 A - Reason: Text A says "We will show you how to find great drum sounds."
11 B - Reason: Text B says it is an "afternoon class", which means it happens after the morning.
12 B - Reason: Text B says "We will connect a small keyboard to your laptop," and a keyboard is an instrument.
13 A - Reason: Text A tells you to "arrive early", which means getting there before the class starts.
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who writes things down while watching a video?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
8 Who plays their own game at the exact same time as the video?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
9 Who prefers gamers who do not talk loudly?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
10 Who watches gaming videos with a family member?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
11 Who likes watching people play games they do not know about?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
12 Who says it is helpful to see gamers do things wrong?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
13 Who likes a gamer because they explain things well?
A Tom B Sara C Mike
Learning from famous gamers
Tom
I love watching live streams of famous gamers. My favourite gamer plays sports games. He is great because he teaches us how to move fast. He always speaks slowly and explains his new tricks very well. This helps me a lot! I usually watch his videos on Saturday mornings. I don't watch them alone. My younger brother sits with me and we try to learn together. Sometimes, the gamer plays very difficult levels, but we always enjoy the show.
Sara
I usually watch gaming videos after I finish my homework. I prefer to watch streamers who play brand new games. It is fun to learn about games that I do not know! When the gamer shows a good trick, I always write it in my notebook. Then I can use it later. Some gamers shout a lot when they win. I don't like that. I prefer people who have quiet voices. I watch them on my phone in my bedroom.
Mike
Watching live streams is my favourite hobby. I like to start my own game and play while the video is on. When the famous gamer does a trick, I try to do the exact same thing on my computer. I really like watching gamers who sometimes lose or make mistakes. It shows me what I should not do! I don't write anything down because I remember the tricks by doing them. My sister thinks it is boring, but I love it.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: Sara says that when a gamer shows a good trick, she will "write it in my notebook".
8 C - Reason: Mike explains that he likes to "start my own game and play while the video is on".
9 B - Reason: Sara mentions that some gamers shout, but she prefers "people who have quiet voices".
10 A - Reason: Tom states that he does not watch alone because his "younger brother sits with me".
11 B - Reason: Sara says it is fun to learn about "games that I do not know".
12 C - Reason: Mike says he likes watching gamers who "make mistakes" because it shows him what he should not do.
13 A - Reason: Tom likes his favourite gamer because he "explains his new tricks very well".