ILAC PET Reading Test 18

Section One - Multiple Choice

1
Look at the words in this picture. What does it say? Choose A, B or C.
(1 Ponto)
A You can only pay for your ticket at the office.
B You should buy your ticket at another station.
C You must buy your ticket on the train.
2
Look at the words in this picture. What does it say? Choose A, B or C.
(1 Ponto)
A Students need to get new information about the trip.
B Students need to pay extra for the trip.
C Students need to tell Mr Green about their travel arrangements.
3
Look at the words in this picture. What does it say? Choose A, B or C.
(1 Ponto)
A Anyone can use this car park at any time.
B Some people can always leave their cars here.
C Nobody ever uses this car park.
4
Look at the words in this picture. What does it say? Choose A, B or C. Lucia is contacting
Henry to: (1 Ponto)
A cancel their arrangement.
B suggest meeting at the hairdresser’s.
C change their meeting time.
5
Look at the words in this picture. What does it say? Choose A, B or C. Helen is writing a
note to her dad to: (1 Ponto)
A ask him to make a pizza.
B suggest meeting tomorrow.
C explain her plans.

Section 2 - Reading
These five people are all looking for a new job. Below, there are eight advertisements for
jobs.
Decide which job would be the most suitable for the following people.
For questions 6 – 10, choose the most suitable job for each person letter (A – H).
6 - Tom worked as a gardener for forty-five years. He retired last year but is bored doing
nothing. He wants a part-time job that will let him use his knowledge and meet new people.
7 - Since graduating from university with a degree in business, Golnaz has worked for a
small company for several years. She wants a job at an organisation that offers
opportunities to travel or work overseas.
8 - Darren studied accounting at college and quickly found work in that field. His wife
recently had their first child, so he is looking for a job with better pay that also lets him
spend more time with his family.
9 - Since he was a child, Lin has loved cars. He currently works part time –afternoons only
– in a clothing store. He wants a full-time position but would take a second part-time job if
necessary.
10 - When she was sixteen, Lindsey spent six months working part time at a flower shop,
but has no other experience. She recently graduated from university where she studied
literature. She wants a job that will let her be creative.
6 to 10
A - City Central Flowers
Small but centrally-located flower shop is looking for a full-time sales assistant to take over
from a retiring employee. The candidate must have several years of experience in sales.
The candidate must be comfortable spending time alone in the shop. Call 01234 745 745
to apply.
B - Global Village Café
Popular downtown café is opening a second location and needs chefs, kitchen staff and
waiters. We serve food from all over the world, so this is an ideal position for somebody
interested in travel and different cultures. Experience preferred but not required. Email
jobs@gvcafe.co.
C - Azed Enterprises
Professionals wanted to work in our Weston office. Candidates need business or
accounting experience and a relevant university degree. So as to communicate with our
employees in other countries, staff are expected to work in the evenings and at weekends
when necessary. We offer good pay and excellent opportunities for advancement and
relocation. Email hr@azed.co for an application form.
D - Albright and Partners
Dynamic firm that offers consulting and accountancy services to local businesses seeks
new employee. Candidates must have relevant prior experience. We pride ourselves on
providing excellent work conditions. Voted as one of the best places to work in Weston in
terms of salary and work-life balance. Send CV and cover letter to Hiring Manager, 129
Oldbourne Road, Weston.
E - W3 Studio
W3 Studio, one of the most exciting web design firms in the country, is looking for
somebody eager to learn how to design and create dynamic websites for our clients. Prior
experience in graphic or web design required. (Internship available for those without
experience.) No fixed application process – get creative in what you send us and how you
get in touch!
F - Hallam’s Garden Centre
We are looking for somebody young or young at heart to join our large team of sales
assistants. The ideal candidate will have previous experience working in a shop or working
with plants. Competitive rates of pay and good working conditions. Hours are part time and
can be flexible. Full-time hours are possible in the future. Visit our shop on High Road to
apply.
G - Mike Johnson & Sons
Centrally-located garage is looking for somebody to learn how to become a mechanic.
Position will involve up to six months of training in the evenings at first. After successful
completion of the training, candidate will get a full-time job. Call Mike on 01234 567 890 for
more info.
H - A Plus Accounts
Global company that develops the award-winning A Plus Accounts software needs
experienced programmers at its Weston location. Excellent pay for qualified candidates
and plenty of opportunities for overtime for those who work weekends and evenings. Visit
www.aplus.co to apply.
(1 Ponto)
A - City Central Flowers B - Global Village Café
C - Azed Enterprises D - Albright and Partners
E - W3 Studio F - Hallam’s Garden Centre
G - Mike Johnson & Sons H - A Plus Accounts

Section 3 Look at the reading below about a summer music course.

Decide if the statements below in 11 - 20 are TRUE or FALSE
Music and Sound
Music and Sound, now in its tenth year, is a music school directed by Belinda Holloway
and assisted by a team of professional music teachers. Courses, which take place in July
and August every year, are for young people aged twelve to eighteen. They are great fun
as well as being educational. The aim is to help young musicians to develop their abilities
and confidence in playing and performing. The courses are five days long, and on the final
evening, everyone takes part in a concert for family and friends.
The school offers two courses based on experience. Starting Out is for young musicians
who have been playing an instrument for one or two years, or who have not yet started an
instrument. The students are taught in groups of between five and eight. They take part in
a variety of activities including singing and instrumental work, and experience a wide range
of styles from classical to jazz and pop. Each day a new group of instruments is introduced
for students to try.
Carrying On is a more advanced course suitable for musicians who have already taken
music exams. All students on this course are taught in groups according to ability. There
are no individual lessons and no practice is given for exams. The least experienced will
receive any extra help required, and the more advanced players will be given the
opportunity to try more demanding music. During the course, some students can choose to
take a lesson on composing, during which they can record a piece of music.
The courses are residential and take place at the Music Centre which is set in large
grounds in the south of England. Students will stay in shared rooms with two or three other
students of a similar age. All meals are provided. As well as music, there are social and
sporting activities available during the evenings, including swimming, table tennis, football
and film nights. The music staff stay at the school for the whole of the five days and join in
the evening activities, although there are some visiting coaches for the sporting events.
You can get to the Music Centre by train or by car, and we will send full details and
directions to everyone who is participating. There is no public transport between the
station and the school, so a minibus service will also operate on the days of arrival and
departure between the station and the school.
How to Apply Our courses are popular and we cannot offer places to everyone. Please fill
out an application form which you can find on our website. Then write up to 250 words
explaining why you want to take part in the Summer School.
11
Music and Sound runs courses in summertime only. (1 Ponto)
True False
12
All students have the opportunity to perform at the end of their course. (1 Ponto)
True False
13
You must have some experience playing music to join the Starting Out course. (1 Ponto)
True False
14
There is a chance to play different instruments during the Starting Out course. (1 Ponto)
True False
15
Carrying On is for students who are planning to take an exam at the end of the course. (1
Ponto)
True False
16
There is an opportunity for some advanced students to produce their own music. (1 Ponto)
True False
17
There are day courses for younger students. (1 Ponto)
True False
18
Some of the music teachers work part time. (1 Ponto)
True False
19
The school recommends that students avoid arriving by public transit. (1 Ponto)
True False
20
There are more applicants than places on the course. (1 Ponto)
True False

Section 4 - Reading
Questions 21 – 25
Read the text and questions below.
For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D.
Simone McCauley
I’ve always loved animals, ever since I was a young girl. And when I got to school, I found I
enjoyed studying science. So I guess becoming a vet was a natural career choice for me.
It hasn’t always been easy. It took me many years to get my licence, for one thing. And the
hours and pay are not always great. I think I made the right decision, though. I would
definitely recommend the job to anyone, that’s for sure.
When I first started working as a vet, I was living in a big city. Most of the animals I helped
were small pets. I enjoyed it, but after a few years, I wanted to push myself. That’s when I
began helping the vets at the local zoo. That was very exciting, as you can probably
imagine. One time, the head vet asked me to help him with a sick tiger. It was amazing to
be so close to such a big animal, but my heart was beating very fast, I must say!
When I got married, my husband and I moved to a small village in the countryside. I
became partners with another vet who was living there. He retired a few months ago, so
now it’s just me. I still deal often with sick pets – dogs and cats mostly – but now I also
work with a lot of farm animals. I found that I particularly liked working with and helping
horses. I would say they’re my favourite animal to deal with, in fact.
21
What is the writer’s main reason for writing this text? (1 Ponto)
A - to make it clear why she likes horses so much
B - to explain how other people could become a vet
C - to describe some of the stages in her career
D - to talk about how difficult it is to become a vet
22
Simone says that being a vet is sometimes (1 Ponto)
A - painful because of the animals.
B - difficult because of the conditions.
C - boring because most animals are small.
D - tiring because it takes so long to learn.
23
Simone says she began helping the vets at the local zoo because (1 Ponto)
A - she wanted to experience new challenges.
B - her other job did not keep her busy enough.
C - she thought she could become the head vet.
D - she was interested in helping larger animals.
24
What recent change has happened in Simone’s life? (1 Ponto)
A - She moved away from the big city.
B - She started healing cats and dogs.
C - She became interested in farming.
D - She began working on her own.
25
Which of the following best describes Simone? (1 Ponto)
A - Someone who is in a career she truly loves.
B - Someone who is willing to do anything to help a sick animal.
C - Someone who always wants to learn more and do more.
D - Someone who prefers life in the country to life in the big city.

Section 5 - Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blank with the best word.
Read the text below and choose the correct word for each space. For each question, mark
the correct letter A, B, C or D.
EXAMPLE 0- A - and B - also C - too D - well The answer for (0) is B (also)
The Arctic Hare
The Arctic hare is (0) ALSO called the polar rabbit. It lives in cold places such (26) ……….
Canada and Greenland. It does not sleep for the whole of the winter (27) ………. it has
learned to survive very cold conditions.
The polar rabbit has a thick coat of fur, (28) ………. keeps it warm. In winter the rabbit’s fur
is a brilliant white so (29) ………. other animals can’t see it in the snow. In spring the fur
becomes a blue-grey colour to (30) ………. like rocks and vegetation. The polar rabbit has
shorter ears (31) ………. an ordinary rabbit. Short ears means that the rabbit loses (32)
………. body heat in winter. The polar rabbit has strong legs and (33) ………. run up to
sixty kilometres an hour. This helps it escape from its predators.
Polar rabbits sometimes live (34) ………., but they also live in groups. It’s possible to find
hundreds of (35) ………. in one place. They dig shelters in the snow and keep together for
warmth.
26
It lives in cold places such (26) ………. Canada and Greenland. (1 Ponto)
like as to with
27
It does not sleep for the whole of the winter (27) ………. it has learned to survive very cold
conditions. (1 Ponto)
Because while when during
28
The polar rabbit has a thick coat of fur, (28) ………. keeps it warm. (1 Ponto)
Who where which when
29
In winter the rabbit’s fur is a brilliant white so (29) ………. other animals can’t see it in the
snow. (1 Ponto)
Then of to that
30
In spring the fur becomes a blue-grey colour to (30) ………. like rocks and vegetation. (1
Ponto)
Have make look come
31
The polar rabbit has shorter ears (31) ………. an ordinary rabbit. (1 Ponto)
Than as since for
32
Short ears means that the rabbit loses (32) ………. body heat in winter. (1 Ponto)
Few less many much
33
The polar rabbit has strong legs and (33) ………. run up to sixty kilometres an hour. This
helps it escape from its predators. (1 Ponto)
Should could can must
34
Polar rabbits sometimes live (34) ………., but they also live in groups. (1 Ponto)
Own lonely alone single
35
It’s possible to find hundreds of (35) ………. in one place. They dig shelters in the snow
and keep together for warmth. (1 Ponto)
Those them there’s theirs

Section 6 - Writing
Here are five sentences about the history of computers.
For each question (36 - 40), complete the second sentence so that it means the same as
the first. You can write 1, 2 or 3 words.
Do not write more than three words. Write only the missing words on the box below.
Example: 0 The first computers were huge machines as large as a room. Computers ….
USED TO … be huge machines as large as a room.36
Only a few people could write programmes for the first computers. Programmes for the
first computers could ………………………… by only a few people.
(1 Ponto)
37
The first desktop-sized computers were sold in the early 1970s. Desktop-sized computers
were not sold ………………………… the early 1970s.
(1 Ponto)
38
It became common to see computers in people’s homes in the 1980s. The 1980s were
………………………… it became common to see computers in people’s homes.
(1 Ponto)
39
These days, many people own several computing devices. These days, many people own
………………………… of computing devices.
(1 Ponto)
40
Most of these devices are as powerful as the best computers from ten years ago. Most of
these devices have ………………………… as the best computers from ten years ago.
(1 Ponto)