A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 5 Test – Digital Invites: Sharing Screens & Media Experiences 8
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Test 1
Questions 25-30
For each question, write the correct answer. Write one word for each gap.
From: Ella
To: Sarah
Hi Sarah,
How are you today? I made a really cool new music playlist (25) ……………… Spotify yesterday after I finished my homework. It has (26) ……………… lot of great pop and rock songs by our favourite singers. I know (27) ……………… are going to love this playlist because we enjoy the same music!
Would you like to listen to it (28) ……………… me? We can sit outside and use my new headphones. Please tell me (29) ……………… time you finish school today. We can meet near (30) ……………… school library.
See you later,
Ella
Answer Key & Explanations
25 on
– Why it's right: We use the preposition on when talking about the internet, websites, and digital apps like Spotify.
– Why not 'in': We don't use in for websites or apps because we think of digital platforms as surfaces we look at.
26 a
– Why it's right: The words a lot of are always used together as a fixed phrase in English to mean a large number or amount.
– Why not 'the': We never say the lot of when describing how much there is of something.
27 you
– Why it's right: We need the subject pronoun you to match the verb are going, and because Ella is talking directly to her friend about her friend's future reaction.
– Why not 'we': Ella already knows she loves the playlist; she is predicting how her friend will feel, so we does not make sense in this context.
28 with
– Why it's right: We use the preposition with to talk about doing an activity together alongside another person.
– Why not 'by': We use by to mean 'alone' (by myself) or 'next to', which doesn't make sense when inviting someone to share an activity.
29 what
– Why it's right: We use the question word what immediately before the word time to ask for a specific hour on the clock.
– Why not 'which': We use which when choosing from a small, limited set of options, not when asking about the time in general.
30 the
– Why it's right: We use the definite article the because both friends know exactly which specific school library they are talking about (the one at their school).
– Why not 'a': We don't use a here because they are not talking about just any random library in the world; there is only one library at their school.
Test 2
Questions 25-30
For each question, write the correct answer. Write one word for each gap.
From: Noah
To: Sam
Hi Sam,
I found a really great documentary on TV. It is about the history of video games, (25) ……………… I know you will love it! The program starts (26) ……………… 8 o'clock tonight. Do you want (27) ……………… watch it with me? We can make some popcorn before it begins. I think it will be much better (28) ……………… the film we watched last week. Mum says we can stay up late (29) ……………… we finish our homework first. Please let (30) ……………… know when you get back!
Noah
Answer Key & Explanations
25 so
– Why it's right: We use 'so' to link a reason with a result. The reason is the topic is video games, and the result is that Sam will love it.
– Why not 'because': 'Because' gives the reason for something, but here we need a word to introduce what happens as a result.
26 at
– Why it's right: We always use the preposition 'at' when we are talking about a specific clock time.
– Why not 'in': We use 'in' for months or years, but we never use it for exact times like 8 o'clock.
27 to
– Why it's right: The verb 'want' is followed by 'to' and an infinitive verb when we ask about someone's desires or plans.
– Why not 'for': A very common mistake is to say 'want for watch', but 'want' must always be followed by 'to' before another verb.
28 than
– Why it's right: We use 'than' after a comparative adjective (like 'better', 'taller', or 'faster') when we are comparing two things.
– Why not 'that': 'That' sounds similar, but it is not used for comparing things in English grammar.
29 if
– Why it's right: We use 'if' to show that one thing can only happen when a condition is met. They can stay up late, but only on the condition that they finish their homework.
– Why not 'because': 'Because' gives a reason for something that is already true, rather than setting a rule that must be completed first.
30 me
– Why it's right: The phrase 'let me know' is a very common fixed expression that means 'tell me' or 'give me information'.
– Why not 'I': We must use the object pronoun 'me' after the verb 'let', not the subject pronoun 'I'.
Test 3
Questions 25-30
For each question, write the correct answer. Write one word for each gap.
From: Maya
To: Sam
Hi Sam,
I hope you are well. Are you still studying Spanish at school? I just found (25) ……………… fantastic new language app on my phone. We (26) ……………… use it to practise speaking together every day!
The app is completely free, (27) ……………… we don't have to pay anything. It is a really fun way to learn. (28) ……………… you like to download it today? Please let (29) ……………… know what you think. I can send the link (30) ……………… you this evening.
See you!
Answer Key & Explanations
25 a
– Why it's right: We use the article "a" when we mention a single thing for the first time, like "a fantastic new app".
– Why not 'the': We use "the" when the other person already knows which app we are talking about, but Sam hasn't heard about this one yet.
26 can
– Why it's right: We use the modal verb "can" to show that something is possible or that we have the ability to do it.
– Why not 'are': We cannot say "we are use it" because "are" needs a verb with "-ing" (we are using it) to make grammatical sense.
27 so
– Why it's right: We use "so" to show the result of a situation. Because the app is free, the result is that they don't have to pay.
– Why not 'because': The word "because" gives a reason, but the second half of this sentence is the result, not the reason.
28 Would
– Why it's right: We always use "Would" with "you like to" when we want to invite someone to do something in a polite way.
– Why not 'Do': Asking "Do you like to download" sounds strange because "Do you like" asks about general hobbies, not a specific invitation for today.
29 me
– Why it's right: Maya is talking about herself, and we need the object pronoun "me" after an action verb like "let".
– Why not 'I': The word "I" is a subject pronoun, which means it starts a sentence before a verb, but it cannot come right after the verb.
30 to
– Why it's right: When you send, give, or move something in the direction of another person, you must use the preposition "to".
– Why not 'for': We don't say "send it for you" when talking about the person receiving a message directly; "for" usually means doing a helpful favor.