A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 2 Test – Sports/Health & School 5
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Test 1
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who was surprised to get a medal?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
8 Who had to borrow something to wear in the water?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
9 Who wanted to rest after the event ended?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
10 Who went to the pool every day to prepare?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
11 Who says someone in their family is a fast swimmer too?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
12 Who plans to keep their prize on a wall?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
13 Who was younger than the other people in their race?
A Liam B Chloe C Max
Winning a medal at the school swimming competition
Liam
I felt quite nervous before my race. I was the youngest boy there, and the other students looked very fast! My older brother is a brilliant swimmer, and he usually wins everything. I wanted to do well for him. The race was very hard. When it finished, I just wanted to go home and sleep! I got a silver medal, which is amazing. I showed it to my family, and now I keep it safely inside my desk.
Chloe
I really wanted to do well, so I swam at the sports club every single afternoon. When I stood next to the pool, I saw my friends. They are older than me, but they were in a different race. I swam as fast as I could. When the teacher gave me the bronze medal, I couldn't believe it! I never thought I could win anything today. My dad took a lovely photo of me. Next year, I want to win gold!
Max
I only practice my swimming on weekends, but I am quite fast. On the day of the competition, I had a big problem. I couldn't find my swimming hat in my bag! Luckily, my best friend let me borrow his extra one. I swam very well and won first prize. I am so happy! Now, I plan to hang the beautiful gold medal on my bedroom wall. I want to look at it every morning when I wake up.
Answer Key & Explanations
7 B - Reason: The text says Chloe "couldn't believe it!" and "never thought I could win anything today."
8 C - Reason: The text explains that Max could not find his swimming hat, so his best friend "let me borrow his extra one."
9 A - Reason: The text mentions that Liam "just wanted to go home and sleep!" when the race finished.
10 B - Reason: The text states that Chloe "swam at the sports club every single afternoon."
11 A - Reason: The text points out that Liam's "older brother is a brilliant swimmer".
12 C - Reason: The text confirms that Max plans to "hang the beautiful gold medal on my bedroom wall."
13 A - Reason: The text notes that Liam says "I was the youngest boy there".
Test 2
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Which notice says you should remove things from your bag that you will not use?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
8 Which notice says carrying a bag a certain way is bad for you, even if it looks good?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
9 Which notice tells you to put your bag down when you are not walking?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
10 Which notice tells you where to put the heaviest items?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
11 Which notice says your bag should not sit too low on your body?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
12 Which notice tells you the correct way to pick up your bag from the floor?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
13 Which notice says you should always use all the straps on your bag?
A Packing Your Bag B Wearing Your Bag C Lifting and Waiting
Guidelines for a Happy Back
Packing Your Bag
Do you carry a lot of books to school? You must pack your bag carefully. Put the heaviest books at the back, close to your body. This makes the bag feel lighter. Remember to clean out your bag every evening. You often carry things you do not need for the next day, like old homework or sports shoes. Take them out! Only pack the things on your school timetable. A lighter bag is always better for your back.
Wearing Your Bag
How do you wear your school bag? You must always use both straps on your shoulders. Many students carry their bags on just one shoulder to look cool. This is a very bad idea and can hurt your neck! You also need to change the length of the straps. The bag must sit high on your back. It should not hang down near your legs. When your bag is high and tight, it is much easier to walk.
Lifting and Waiting
It is important to be careful when you pick up a heavy school bag from the floor. Do not keep your legs straight and bend your back. You must bend your knees to lift it. This keeps your back safe. Also, think about the times when you are waiting for the school bus or talking with friends. You do not need to wear your bag. Take it off and put it on the ground. Give your shoulders a rest!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: The text tells you to look for things "you do not need for the next day" and says "Take them out!".
8 B - Reason: The text explains that students use one shoulder to "look cool" but says this is "a very bad idea".
9 C - Reason: The text says when you are "waiting for the school bus or talking", you should "Take it off and put it on the ground."
10 A - Reason: The text clearly states to "Put the heaviest books at the back, close to your body."
11 B - Reason: The text tells you the bag "should not hang down near your legs."
12 C - Reason: The text explains how to "pick up a heavy school bag from the floor" and says "bend your knees to lift it".
13 B - Reason: The text explicitly says "You must always use both straps on your shoulders."
Test 3
Questions 7-13
For each question, choose the correct answer.
7 Who helps their friend get their lunch?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
8 Who puts things inside their friend's school bag?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
9 Who spends free time playing a game with their friend?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
10 Who writes notes for their friend during lessons?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
11 Who says their friend is sad about missing a sports class?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
12 Who uses a computer to do school work for their friend?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
13 Who helps their friend to open things at school?
A Leo B Mia C Tom
Helping a classmate with a broken arm
Leo
My friend Charlie broke his arm last weekend. He cannot use his right hand now, so I try to help him. In our history and science lessons, I write the notes for him in his book. He is getting much better at writing with his left hand, though! I also help him in the school dining room. He cannot carry his food with one hand, so I buy his hot meal and bring it to our table.
Mia
My classmate Sarah had a bad fall and broke her arm. She has a big white bandage on it. I help her open the heavy doors at school, and I also open her water bottle for her. She usually loves our PE lessons, and she is really sad because she cannot play basketball right now. She cannot run around outside during our morning break, so I stay inside with her. We sit together and play board games instead.
Tom
My best friend Harry broke his arm on a skiing trip. At the end of the school day, I always put his books and pencil case into his backpack. I carry my bag and his bag to the bus stop. Also, in our IT lessons, he cannot type very fast with only one hand. So, he tells me the answers and I type them on the keyboard for him. Next week, the doctor says his arm will be better!
Answer Key & Explanations
7 A - Reason: Leo says, "I buy his hot meal and bring it to our table."
8 C - Reason: Tom says, "I always put his books and pencil case into his backpack."
9 B - Reason: Mia says that during the morning break, they "sit together and play board games".
10 A - Reason: Leo says, "I write the notes for him in his book."
11 B - Reason: Mia says her friend is "really sad because she cannot play basketball right now."
12 C - Reason: Tom says he types the answers on the keyboard for his friend in IT lessons.
13 B - Reason: Mia explains, "I help her open the heavy doors... and I also open her water bottle".