A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Feelings & Daily Life 5
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who says they did not do the work they wanted to do?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
8 Who thought the work would be easy because they play sports?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
9 Who made a mistake with someone's meal?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
10 Who worked in a place owned by a person in their family?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
11 Who says it was difficult to keep information in their head?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
12 Who went to bed immediately after they finished working?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
13 Who wore something that became covered in water?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
Restaurant Work is Hard!
Leo
I play football for my school, so I think I am quite strong. Last month, I got a weekend job as a waiter. I thought it was going to be an easy way to get some extra pocket money. But I was completely wrong! I had to carry big plates of hot food for six hours. There was no time to sit down. At the end of the day, my feet and legs hurt so much. I went straight to sleep when I got home!
Mia
I love talking to people, so I asked for a job at a local café. I thought it would be fun to take customers' orders. I did not know how difficult it is to remember everything! On my first day, the restaurant was very busy. Many people wanted different drinks and cakes at the same time. I quickly forgot who ordered what, and I gave the wrong food to a woman. My manager was nice about it, but I felt very silly.
Sam
My uncle owns a popular pizza restaurant. During the school holidays, I went there to work. I wanted to help the chef make pizzas. But my uncle gave me a very different job. I had to wash all the dirty plates and cups. I stood next to the hot water all day. It was not fun at all, and my clothes got completely wet. People eat so much food! I never knew a restaurant kitchen could be so dirty and busy.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 C - Reason: Sam explains that he wanted to make pizzas, but his uncle gave him "a very different job" washing plates.
8 A - Reason: Leo says he thought the job would be easy because he plays football and is "quite strong."
9 B - Reason: Mia says that she forgot what people wanted and "gave the wrong food to a woman."
10 C - Reason: Sam says that his "uncle owns a popular pizza restaurant."
11 B - Reason: Mia explains that she "did not know how difficult it is to remember everything!"
12 A - Reason: Leo explains that he was so tired he "went straight to sleep when I got home!"
13 C - Reason: Sam says he stood next to the hot water all day and his "clothes got completely wet."
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which guide tells you to suggest wearing something else with the new clothes?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
8 Which guide says you can tell your friend if the clothes are the wrong size?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
9 Which guide tells you to wait to hear your friend's ideas first?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
10 Which guide says you should not reply as soon as your friend asks?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
11 Which guide tells you to say a nice thing before you share your true thoughts?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
12 Which guide says that this idea helps you stay good friends?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
13 Which guide tells you to look happy at the end of your talk?
A The Kind Start B The Question Trick C The Style Swap
How to give your honest opinion
The Kind Start
When your friend shows you a new dress or t-shirt, do you feel worried about hurting their feelings? You should always start with a kind word. First, say something good about the clothes. For example, you can say, "That is a beautiful colour on you." After that, you can share your real thoughts safely. You can tell them if the clothes look a bit too big or too small. Finally, smile and tell them they always look great. Your friend will appreciate your honesty!
The Question Trick
Sometimes your friend tries on new trousers and asks for your opinion. If you do not like their clothes, do not answer immediately. Instead, you should ask your friend a question first. You can ask, "How do you feel in those trousers?" or "Is that your favourite outfit?" If they say they do not like it, you can simply agree with them. This is a very easy way to share your true feelings. You do not have to say anything bad about the clothes!
The Style Swap
What should you do if your friend buys a terrible new jacket? You do not have to say, "That looks bad!" Instead, you can give them some friendly advice. You can suggest a small change to the outfit. Tell your friend to wear different shoes or try a new hat with the jacket. You can say, "Those jeans are nice, but your black skirt looks better with that jacket." This shows you care about their style, and it keeps your friendship strong.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 C - Reason: The Style Swap guide says to tell your friend to "wear different shoes or try a new hat with the jacket."
8 A - Reason: The Kind Start guide says you can tell them if "the clothes look a bit too big or too small."
9 B - Reason: The Question Trick guide tells you to "ask your friend a question first" and wait to see what they say.
10 B - Reason: The Question Trick guide tells you to "not answer immediately" when your friend asks for your opinion.
11 A - Reason: The Kind Start guide tells you to "start with a kind word" and "say something good" before sharing your real thoughts.
12 C - Reason: The Style Swap guide says that helping your friend this way "keeps your friendship strong."
13 A - Reason: The Kind Start guide tells you to "smile" at the end of your conversation.
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who got money by selling things he did not want anymore?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
8 Who wants to use the new item for their school lessons?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
9 Who plans to travel to school with what they bought?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
10 Who received money for helping an older relative?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
11 Who plans to keep the new item in their bedroom?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
12 Who spent money on a special event rather than an object?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
13 Who worked for a long time to get enough money?
A Jack B Lily C Harry
Saving up money
Jack
I am so excited because I finally have enough money to buy a new bicycle! My old bike is very small, so I really need a bigger one. I got the money because I helped my grandfather in his big garden every Saturday morning. He gave me ten pounds each week. Yesterday, I went to the shop with my dad and chose a blue bike. I cannot wait to ride it to school on Monday. My friends will be very surprised!
Lily
For two years, I saved all my pocket money because I wanted a laptop. It took a very long time, but now I have enough money to get it. I am very proud of myself! I want to put the computer on the desk in my bedroom. I will use it to do my homework and find facts for my science classes. My mum says we can go to the electronics store this afternoon to buy it.
Harry
My favourite pop group is coming to my town next month. I really wanted to buy a ticket for the concert, but it was sixty pounds. I did not have any money. So, I decided to sell my old video games to a shop near my house. I got enough money yesterday! I am so happy because I bought the ticket online last night. My best friend is going with me and we will have a great time.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 C - Reason: Harry says he decided to sell his old video games to a shop to get the money.
8 B - Reason: Lily says she will use the laptop to do her homework and find facts for her science classes.
9 A - Reason: Jack says he cannot wait to ride his new bicycle to school on Monday.
10 A - Reason: Jack explains that he got the money because he helped his grandfather in his garden.
11 B - Reason: Lily says she wants to put the computer on the desk in her bedroom.
12 C - Reason: Harry spent his money on a ticket for a pop concert rather than a physical item.
13 B - Reason: Lily explains that she saved her money for two years and it took a very long time.