A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Hobbies & Community 2
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which section tells you to look on the internet before you begin?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
8 Which section explains why you should not show certain types of films?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
9 Which section tells you what things your guests should carry with them?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
10 Which section tells you how to get the machine you need to show the movie?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
11 Which section tells you to talk to the people living close to you about the sound?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
12 Which section says you should ask your visitors to help you tidy up?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
13 Which section explains what you can use if you do not have a real screen?
A The Equipment B The Movie and Guests C Food and Seats
How to organize a neighbourhood outdoor cinema
The Equipment
To show a movie outside, you need a good projector. You can ask your school if you can borrow one for the weekend. Next, you must make a large screen. You can use a big white sheet from a bed. Hang it on a wall or between two trees. Make sure it is completely flat. Sound is also important, so connect some strong speakers to your computer. Finally, always check the weather online before you start setting up your cinema!
The Movie and Guests
It is important to choose the right film for your cinema night. Pick a funny comedy or an exciting adventure that everybody likes. Do not choose scary movies because some young children might be there. You should make colourful paper invitations to give to your neighbours. Put the time and date on them. Remember, an outdoor cinema can be loud. You must ask the people living near you if the noise is okay, and stop the movie before it gets too late.
Food and Seats
Your outdoor cinema night will be much better with some snacks. Popcorn and cold drinks are cheap and easy to make for a lot of people. You do not need to buy expensive chairs for your guests. Just ask everyone to bring a warm blanket or some soft pillows from home to sit on the grass. When the film finishes, you must turn on the lights. Then, give everybody a bag so they can help you pick up all the rubbish.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: The text says that you should "check the weather online before you start setting up".
8 B - Reason: The text explains that you should not choose scary movies "because some young children might be there".
9 C - Reason: The text says to ask everyone to "bring a warm blanket or some soft pillows from home".
10 A - Reason: The text tells you that you can ask your school to "borrow one" (a projector/machine).
11 B - Reason: The text says you must ask the people living near you if the "noise is okay".
12 C - Reason: The text suggests you give everybody a bag so they can "help you pick up all the rubbish".
13 A - Reason: The text explains that you can "use a big white sheet from a bed" as a screen.
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who felt worried before they started playing?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
8 Who played their music outdoors?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
9 Who had help from a family member?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
10 Who plans to play at the event again?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
11 Who played music with a group?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
12 Who collected money to help animals?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
13 Who spent a long time getting ready for the event?
A Carlos B Nina C Jamal
Playing music at a local charity event
Carlos
I played my guitar at the charity event on Saturday. I wanted to help the town's animal home. Before the event, my hands were shaking because I was very nervous. But then my classmates arrived to watch me, and I felt much better. I played some popular pop songs, and people sang with me! I didn't play with anyone else this time. But next month, I want to start a new music club at school.
Nina
My town has a big charity event every summer. This year, I decided to play my electronic piano to get money for the children's hospital. The piano is really heavy, so my dad drove me there and carried it for me. I played quiet classical music. It was a beautiful day, but I played inside the town hall. I loved the experience so much. I will definitely play my piano there again next summer!
Jamal
I play the drums in a rock band with three friends. We wanted to help our school buy new computers, so we played at the charity event. We practised every afternoon for a month before the big day! We played our music in the park. It was very loud, but people loved it. My mum wanted to come and watch, but she had to work. We were tired after playing, but we had great fun.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Carlos says that before the event, his hands were shaking because he was "very nervous."
8 C - Reason: Jamal says that he and his friends "played our music in the park."
9 B - Reason: Nina explains that her dad "drove me there and carried it [the piano] for me."
10 B - Reason: Nina says, "I will definitely play my piano there again next summer!"
11 C - Reason: Jamal says that he plays "in a rock band with three friends."
12 A - Reason: Carlos says he played his guitar because he "wanted to help the town's animal home."
13 C - Reason: Jamal says that he and his band "practised every afternoon for a month" before the event.
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which club meets at the weekend?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
8 Which club asks you to bring books from home?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
9 Which club learns about animals that live in the sea?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
10 Which club teaches you how to grow plants?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
11 Which club gives you a free drink?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
12 Which club always meets outside?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
13 Which club gives you books so you do not have to buy them?
A Ocean Readers B Green Forest Club C City Eco-Readers
Teen Eco-Reading Clubs
Ocean Readers
Do you care about the sea? In this club, we read exciting stories about fish and other ocean animals. We learn why plastic is bad for them. We do not sit in a classroom. Instead, we always meet on the beach after school on Wednesdays. You can feel the wind and listen to the waves while we talk about our books! You must bring some money to buy your own books. Sometimes, we also pick up rubbish from the sand.
Green Forest Club
If you love trees and birds, you should join our club! We read wonderful books about forests and how to save them. We always give you the books to read, so you do not need to buy them. Our club meets every Saturday morning in the big school library. After we finish a book, we go to the school garden. Our teacher shows us how to put small plants in the ground. It is great fun to watch them get bigger!
City Eco-Readers
This club is for teenagers who want to make our city cleaner. We read books about recycling and keeping the air fresh. We meet every Monday evening at a fantastic local café. The café owner gives everyone a free glass of cold apple juice when we arrive! You must bring a book you already have at home. We share our books with each other, so everyone gets something different to read. We also talk about how to use our cars less.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: The Green Forest Club meets "every Saturday morning".
8 C - Reason: City Eco-Readers says "You must bring a book you already have at home."
9 A - Reason: Ocean Readers read stories about "fish and other ocean animals."
10 B - Reason: In the Green Forest Club, the teacher shows you "how to put small plants in the ground" and you watch them get bigger.
11 C - Reason: In City Eco-Readers, the café owner gives everyone a "free glass of cold apple juice".
12 A - Reason: Ocean Readers does not sit in a classroom, they "always meet on the beach".
13 B - Reason: The Green Forest Club says "We always give you the books to read, so you do not need to buy them."