A2 Key for Schools (KET) Reading & Writing Part 4 Test – Animal Behaviors & Outdoor Experiences 8
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Test 1
Questions 19-24
For each question, choose the correct answer.
Snorkelling in the Sea
Snorkelling is a popular activity for people who want to explore the ocean. It is very easy to learn, and you do not need much equipment. You just need a special mask to (19)…………… clearly under the water. When you wear it, you must breathe through a plastic tube.
Most people prefer to snorkel in (20)…………… water near the beach. (21)…………… the water is not deep, the sun can easily shine through it. This makes it a great place to find colourful fish. The fish often swim very close to you, but you must remember not to touch them.
It is a good (22)…………… to stay near your friends or family while you are in the sea. Snorkelling is a lot of fun, but swimming for a long time (23)…………… a lot of energy. After a few hours, you will probably feel very (24)…………… !
19 A see B look C watch
20 A shallow B short C low
21 A Because B So C But
22 A idea B plan C way
23 A takes B spends C makes
24 A tired B bored C angry
Answer Key & Explanations
19 A (see): We use the verb 'see' to talk about the physical ability of our eyes to view things clearly. 'Look' requires the preposition 'at' (look at something), and 'watch' is used for paying attention to moving things over time, not just the physical ability the mask gives you.
20 A (shallow): 'Shallow' is the correct adjective to describe water that is not deep. 'Short' is used to describe length or the height of a person/object, and 'low' refers to position, not the depth of water for swimming.
21 A (Because): We use the conjunction 'Because' to introduce the reason why the sun shines through (the water is not deep). 'So' introduces a result, and 'But' shows a contrast, neither of which fits this sentence.
22 A (idea): The phrase "a good idea" is a standard English collocation used to give general advice. A "plan" implies a conscious human arrangement or schedule, and "way" would require a different grammatical structure (e.g., a good way to stay safe).
23 A (takes): We use the verb 'takes' to describe an activity that requires time or energy (it takes energy). We use 'spends' when a person actively uses their time or energy, and 'makes' is the incorrect verb for this collocation.
24 A (tired): This relies on the broader context of the paragraph. Because swimming takes "a lot of energy", the physical result after a few hours is feeling "tired". "Bored" contradicts the text saying it is "a lot of fun", and "angry" does not fit the context of doing a physical activity.
Test 2
Questions 19-24
For each question, choose the correct answer.
Finding Wild Berries
Walking in the forest to find wild food is a fun activity for families. In the late summer, you can find many delicious berries growing on small plants.
When you visit the forest, you can spend the afternoon (19)…………… different kinds of fruit. It is a good idea to carry small (20)…………… to put your fruit inside so you do not drop them. If the berries are dark red or blue, they usually taste very (21)…………… and are nice to eat.
However, you must be careful because some plants are dangerous. You should only take a berry if you are sure it is (22)…………… for you to eat. If you do not know a plant, it is best to leave it alone. Always (23)…………… an adult before you put anything from the forest in your mouth. When you arrive home, remember to (24)…………… your berries with cold water before you enjoy your special snack.
19 A picking B catching C taking
20 A baskets B bottles C plates
21 A sweet B polite C happy
22 A safe B well C lucky
23 A ask B answer C describe
24 A wash B brush C paint
Answer Key & Explanations
19 A (picking): 'Pick fruit' is a strong, natural English collocation used when removing fruit or flowers from a plant. We do not 'catch' fruit (because it does not run or fly away), and 'taking' is not the specific word used for harvesting plants.
20 A (baskets): 'Baskets' is the correct semantic fit for containers used to hold and carry items like food. 'Bottles' are only used for holding liquids, and 'plates' are flat, meaning the round fruit would easily roll off and drop.
21 A (sweet): 'Sweet' is the correct semantic fit to describe the sugary, pleasant taste of fruit. 'Polite' (having good manners) and 'happy' describe human feelings and behaviour, not the taste of food.
22 A (safe): 'Safe to eat' is a fixed phrase-level structure meaning the food will not hurt you or make you sick. 'Well' describes a person being healthy, and 'lucky' describes good fortune; neither word fits this food phrase.
23 A (ask): In this broader context, if you 'do not know' if a plant is dangerous, you need to get information from someone older. Therefore, you must 'ask' them. You cannot 'answer' or 'describe' if you do not have the information yourself.
24 A (wash): 'Wash with water' is a strong English collocation used for cleaning food, clothes, or your body. You do not 'brush' soft fruit (like you brush hair or teeth), and 'paint' is an art activity, which does not make sense with cold water.
Test 3
Questions 19-24
For each question, choose the correct answer.
Looking at the Stars
Stargazing is a wonderful hobby that anyone can enjoy. You do not need to be an expert to learn about space. When the weather is very (19)……………, you can see thousands of stars just by looking up. It is best to go to a dark place away from bright city lights.
When you are there, look up at the night sky. You will see that it is (20)…………… of beautiful stars. You can (21)…………… a long time trying to find different shapes up there. To get a better view, many people use a telescope. This special tool helps you to (22)…………… the stars much better, because it makes them look bigger.
Some people also use an app on their phone to learn the names of the stars. Stargazing is a great way to have a lot of (23)…………… with your family. Just remember to wear warm clothes, because it often gets very cold when you sit (24)…………… .
19 A clear B clean C sure
20 A full B heavy C busy
21 A spend B pass C take
22 A see B look C watch
23 A fun B time C rest
24 A outside B inside C downstairs
Answer Key & Explanations
19 A (clear): This tests semantic fit. We use the word "clear" to describe a sky or weather without any clouds. "Clean" is used for things that are not dirty, and "sure" describes a feeling of certainty.
20 A (full): This tests phrase-level meaning. The phrase "full of" is used to describe a space that contains a large number of things. The adjectives "heavy" and "busy" do not take the preposition "of" in this context.
21 A (spend): This tests a very common A2 collocation. In English, we use the verb "spend" to talk about using our time to do an activity. We do not use "pass" or "take" with a subject actively trying to do something for a long time.
22 A (see): This tests semantic fit and verb patterns. We use "see" to describe the physical ability to view something clearly. "Look" would need the preposition "at" (look at the stars), and "watch" focuses on observing movement over time.
23 A (fun): This tests a highly frequent collocation. The fixed expression is to "have fun", which means to enjoy yourself. We do not say "have a lot of time" to mean enjoying an activity, and "rest" means relaxing or sleeping.
24 A (outside): This tests broader context. The text is about looking at the night sky and being away from city lights, which means you must be outdoors. Because of this, "outside" is the only logical choice. "Inside" and "downstairs" refer to being inside a building where you cannot easily view the sky.