A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Shopping/Clothes & Tech 2
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which app shows a picture of how much money you have saved?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
8 Which app helps you get money for doing jobs at home?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
9 Which app stops you from using all your money too quickly?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
10 Which app is useful when you buy something with other people?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
11 Which app gives you the chance to learn more about money?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
12 Which app is best if you want to buy something expensive in the future?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
13 Which app allows you to change the way it looks?
A PocketPlan B SpendSmart C MoneyMatch
Digital Wallets for Teenagers
PocketPlan
PocketPlan is the perfect app if you want to get a new bike or a new computer. It helps you keep your money until you have enough to buy what you want. You can see a useful drawing of your savings on the screen. It is also fun to use because you can choose your favorite colors for the app. You can tell your friends about your new things, but you cannot pay for things together on this app.
SpendSmart
SpendSmart is a great digital wallet for your daily life. If you go to a cafe with your classmates and need to pay for a pizza together, this app does the math for you. It also sends a message to your phone if you buy too many things in one week. This means you will always have some money left in your pocket. The app is very simple. There are no quizzes to play or pictures of your savings to look at.
MoneyMatch
Do you want to earn more pocket money? With MoneyMatch, your parents can give you money when you wash the car or clean your bedroom. The app connects to your parents' phones. It also has great short tests that teach you how to be careful with your cash. You cannot choose different colors for the app, but it looks very nice. The app does not send a message if you spend your money too fast, so you must be careful!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: PocketPlan says "You can see a useful drawing of your savings on the screen." SpendSmart explicitly states it has no pictures of savings.
8 C - Reason: MoneyMatch says "your parents can give you money when you wash the car or clean your bedroom."
9 B - Reason: SpendSmart "sends a message to your phone if you buy too many things in one week," helping you keep money in your pocket. MoneyMatch warns that it does not do this.
10 B - Reason: SpendSmart says "If you go to a cafe with your classmates and need to pay for a pizza together, this app does the math for you." PocketPlan says you cannot pay for things together.
11 C - Reason: MoneyMatch says "It also has great short tests that teach you how to be careful with your cash." SpendSmart says there are no quizzes.
12 A - Reason: PocketPlan is for when you want to get a "new bike or a new computer" and helps you keep your money until you have enough.
13 A - Reason: PocketPlan says "you can choose your favorite colors for the app." MoneyMatch says you cannot choose different colors.
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who asked a relative to change the size of their clothes?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
8 Who has decided to buy only one type of thing online in the future?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
9 Who waited a long time before giving their clothes to another person?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
10 Who gave their new clothes to an older family member?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
11 Who was told how to shop better by a parent?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
12 Who wanted to buy something to wear for a special celebration?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
13 Who thinks shopping on the internet is still a good idea?
A Leo B Maya C Sam
Online Shopping Problems
Leo
I needed a cool jacket for a school party. I found a great one online and ordered it. When it arrived, I was so excited. But it was huge! I looked silly in it. I couldn't wear it to the party, which made me sad. I didn't send it back. Instead, my older brother tried it on, and it was perfect for him. After this, I plan to only buy shoes on the internet. It is too hard to guess jacket sizes!
Maya
I saw a beautiful blue dress online and bought it for my summer holiday. When I tried it on at home, it was much too small. I didn't want to return it, so I left it in my cupboard for a few months. Finally, I gave it to my little cousin. My mum told me I must look at the size guide carefully next time. I think she is right. I will visit real shops for my clothes from now on.
Sam
I always buy my clothes online because they are much cheaper. Last month, I got some black jeans. The size around my middle was fine, but they were much too long for my legs. I was a bit angry at first. Luckily, my grandmother is very good at making clothes. She made the jeans shorter for me. I wear them every weekend now! Even though this happened, I still love internet shopping and will do it again soon.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 C - Reason: Sam says his grandmother "made the jeans shorter" for him.
8 A - Reason: Leo says he plans to "only buy shoes on the internet" from now on.
9 B - Reason: Maya says she left the dress in her cupboard "for a few months" before giving it away.
10 A - Reason: Leo says his "older brother" tried the jacket on and kept it.
11 B - Reason: Maya explains that her "mum told me I must look at the size guide carefully next time".
12 A - Reason: Leo needed a cool jacket for a "school party".
13 C - Reason: Sam says he still loves internet shopping and "will do it again soon".
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which service gives you a piece of paper to show you left your package?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
8 Which service asks you to show something on your mobile phone?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
9 Which service lets you return a package late at night?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
10 Which service says you do not need to pack your item in a box?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
11 Which service needs you to print something at home before you go?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
12 Which service can you find inside a different kind of shop?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
13 Which service asks you to close your package very carefully?
A PostBox Direct B EasyDrop C Night & Day Lockers
Returning your online package
PostBox Direct
Do you need to return clothes that are too small? With PostBox Direct, it is easy! First, print your return ticket on your computer at home. Next, put your item in a strong box and use a lot of tape to close it well. Then, take it to our post office desk. The worker will take your box and give you a small piece of paper. Keep this safe, because it shows that you returned your item!
EasyDrop
Did you buy something online that you do not like? EasyDrop is the fastest way to send it back. You do not need to look for a box. Just bring the item to our post office. We will pack it for you! You also do not need to print anything. Just show the worker the special message on your mobile phone. We scan the picture on your screen, and you are ready to go home. It is very simple!
Night & Day Lockers
Our Night & Day Lockers are great if you are busy during the day. You can find them inside the large supermarket in town. Because the supermarket never closes, you can visit at any time, even late at night. To use them, just pack your item and use the machine next to the lockers to print your ticket. Then, a locker door opens. Put your package inside and close the door. We will collect it the next morning.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Text A says the worker will "give you a small piece of paper" that shows you returned your item.
8 B - Reason: Text B tells you to "show the worker the special message on your mobile phone".
9 C - Reason: Text C says you can visit "at any time, even late at night" because the supermarket never closes.
10 B - Reason: Text B clearly states "You do not need to look for a box."
11 A - Reason: Text A says you must "print your return ticket on your computer at home". Text B says you don't need to print anything, and Text C says you print at the machine.
12 C - Reason: Text C says you can find the lockers "inside the large supermarket in town".
13 A - Reason: Text A tells you to "use a lot of tape to close it well", which means closing the package carefully.