A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Relationships & School 5
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who made a present for their friend during a school lesson?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
8 Who was wrong about the day of their friend's birthday?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
9 Who found out it was their friend's birthday from a parent?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
10 Who shared some of their own food with their friend at school?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
11 Who forgot the birthday because their phone was broken?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
12 Who remembered the birthday when they saw another student with a gift?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
13 Who forgot the birthday because they were busy with school work?
A Leo B Mia C Sam
Forgetting a friend's birthday
Leo
Last month, I had a big maths test. I studied all week and totally forgot my best friend’s birthday! In the morning, I saw another boy give him a present. I felt very bad. We had an art lesson before lunch. I used some nice paper and pens to make a funny card for him. I gave it to him in the playground. He laughed and said it was the best card ever. Now, I always check my phone for birthdays.
Mia
I always remember birthdays, but last year I got the day wrong. I thought my friend Chloe’s birthday was on Friday, but it was Thursday. She looked sad in our morning classes. When I asked her why, she told me. I was so sorry! At lunch time, I had a big piece of chocolate cake in my bag. I gave it to her and sang happy birthday. She smiled and we ate it together. Now I write all important dates on my bedroom wall.
Sam
Normally, my mobile phone tells me when it is a friend's birthday. But my phone broke last week, so I forgot my friend Dan’s special day. I did not say happy birthday to him at school. When my mum told me after school, I felt terrible. I walked to the supermarket quickly and bought his favourite sweets. I saw him at the park later and gave them to him. He was really happy. Next time, I must remember without my phone!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Leo says that he used paper and pens to "make a funny card" for his friend during an "art lesson".
8 B - Reason: Mia explains that she "thought my friend Chloe's birthday was on Friday, but it was Thursday".
9 C - Reason: Sam says that he felt terrible "When my mum told me" about the birthday after school.
10 B - Reason: Mia says she had "a big piece of chocolate cake in my bag" at lunch time and "gave it to her".
11 C - Reason: Sam explains that his "phone broke last week, so I forgot" the special day.
12 A - Reason: Leo remembered the birthday when he "saw another boy give him a present" in the morning.
13 A - Reason: Leo says he "studied all week" for a "big maths test" and forgot the birthday.
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which text says you must be honest about what happened?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note VC Make Things Right
8 Which text says you should not wait until tomorrow to say sorry?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note VC Make Things Right
9 Which text mentions asking a family member for help?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note C Make Things Right
10 Which text tells you to do a task to make things right?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note C Make Things Right
11 Which text says you should try speaking your words before you meet the person?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note C Make Things Right
12 Which text tells you to buy a gift for your friend?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note C Make Things Right
13 Which text says you must check if your teacher is busy before you speak?
A Speak Quickly B Write a Note C Make Things Right
Advice on Saying Sorry
Speak Quickly
If you make a mistake, do not wait. It is best to say sorry on the same day. If you wait a long time, your friend or teacher might get more angry. Sometimes it is hard to find the right words. You can stand in front of a mirror and practice what you want to say first. When you speak to the person, look at them. If they are still sad, give them some time. They will feel better soon.
Write a Note
Sometimes you feel too shy to speak to your teacher or friend. Writing a short letter or an email is a great idea. In your message, you must explain what happened clearly. Do not say another person did it. It is important to tell the truth. If you do not know what to write, you can ask your parents or an older brother or sister to help you. A good note shows that you really care about their feelings.
Make Things Right
Saying sorry is good, but doing something kind is better. If you break your friend's pen, you should buy them a new one. If you forget your homework, ask the teacher if you can do extra work to fix the problem. You can also give your friend a small present, like their favourite sweet. When you want to talk to your teacher, make sure they are not in the middle of a lesson. Always check that they have free time first.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: The "Write a Note" text says "It is important to tell the truth" (be honest).
8 A - Reason: The "Speak Quickly" text says "It is best to say sorry on the same day" (do not wait until tomorrow).
9 B - Reason: The "Write a Note" text says you can ask "your parents or an older brother or sister" (family members) to help you.
10 C - Reason: The "Make Things Right" text says you can ask the teacher to "do extra work" (a task) to fix the problem.
11 A - Reason: The "Speak Quickly" text says you can stand in front of a mirror and "practice what you want to say first".
12 C - Reason: The "Make Things Right" text says you can give your friend a "small present" (a gift).
13 C - Reason: The "Make Things Right" text says to make sure the teacher is "not in the middle of a lesson" and to "check that they have free time first" (check if they are busy).
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who takes their friend outdoors to help them feel better?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
8 Who looks at school work with their friend?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
9 Who thinks it is a good idea to listen to their friend?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
10 Who gets a sweet food to make their friend smile?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
11 Who plays games on a screen with their friend?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
12 Who puts on a movie for their friend?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
13 Who sings their friend's favourite music with them?
A Elena B Lucas C Sofia
Cheering up a friend
Elena
When my friend gets a bad mark, I always take her outside. We cannot change the test now, so we just try to forget it. We often ride our bikes to the park near my house. Riding fast in the fresh air makes her feel much better. After that, we usually buy some big ice creams. My friend loves chocolate, and eating it always puts a smile on her face. Sometimes we talk about school, but only about the fun subjects!
Lucas
I like to help my friends do better next time. If a friend gets a bad mark, I invite him to my house. We look at his test paper together and find the mistakes. Then, I help him study so he feels ready for the next exam. But we don't only work! After we finish, we play computer games in my bedroom. When he tries to win the game, he stops thinking about his bad mark and starts laughing.
Sofia
I think it is very important to talk when you feel upset. When my friend is sad about a bad mark, I just sit and listen to her. She usually feels much better after she tells me everything. Then, we sit on my sofa and watch a funny film on television to help her laugh. We also play her favourite pop songs loudly in my room and sing together. Singing and watching movies are great ways to feel happy again.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Elena says that she takes her friend "outside" and they ride their bikes to the "park".
8 B - Reason: Lucas explains that they "look at his test paper together" and he helps his friend "study".
9 C - Reason: Sofia states that when her friend is sad, she will "just sit and listen to her".
10 A - Reason: Elena says that they buy "big ice creams" and that eating chocolate puts a "smile on her face".
11 B - Reason: Lucas helps his friend forget about the bad mark by playing "computer games" in his bedroom.
12 C - Reason: Sofia says that they sit on the sofa and "watch a funny film on television".
13 C - Reason: Sofia says they play her friend's "favourite pop songs" and "sing together".