Cambridge Reading Practice

Name: ________________________________

Look at the text in each question.

Look at the text in each question. What does it say? Click the correct box A, B or C.
♦ DON'T LEAVE ♦
RUBBISH IN OUR WOODS
♦ TAKE IT HOME! ♦
1)A) Take away all rubbish, including that left by others.
B) Do not enter the woods at any time.
C) You cannot leave your rubbish here at all.

To: Alec
From: Steve

Did I leave a DVD at your house? Well, the thing is, it's not mine. My friend lent it to me and
now he wants it back!
2) What would Steve like Alec to do?
A) return the DVD he borrowed.
B) look for a DVD he has lost.
C) lend him a DVD.

3) Look at the memo below.

THIS ROAD WILL BE
CLOSED FROM MONDAY
MORNING 22ND SEPTEMBER
FOR THREE WEEKS
A) It will not be possible to use this road on Monday afternoon.
B) The road will be closed in three weeks' time.
C) You may not use this road before 22nd September.

4)
♠ We recommend that ♠
you allow a minimum
of three hours for your
visit to Hampton Court
A) The tour around Hampton Court lasts less than three hours.
B) Most visitors spend about 3 hours visiting Hampton Court.
C) At least three hours is recommended for your visit to Hampton Court.

5) Barbara would like ___________________

Jim,
Can you give me a lift to the conference
next Friday? We could share the cost
of the petrol and I could meet you
in Bristol if necessary.
Barbara

A) to drive Jim and herself to the conference.

B) to buy all the fuel needed for the conference trip.
C) Jim to drive her to the conference.

6)

RESERVED PARKING

For Bank
Customers Only
1)A) People using the bank are allowed to park here.
B) Employees of the bank can park their cars here.
C) Nobody is allowed to park in front of the bank.

7) Passengers are asked to make sure _________________

Please remember to take all
your personal belongings with
you when you leave the train.
—— • ——
A) they have all of their belongings before leaving the train.
B) they leave their belongings behind them.
C) they stand near the door ready to get off the train.

To: Susie
From: Gina
Could you tell Mike that I can't meet him tomorrow? I've lost his telephone number and I
don't know his e-mail address. Thanks a lot.
8) What does Gina want Susie to do?
A) give someone a message.
B) meet Mike at Susie's home.
C) tell Mike her e-mail address.

9)
NO DOGS
ALLOWED ON BEACH
EXCEPT: BLIND AND
DEAF GUIDE DOGS
A) Only specially trained "assistance dogs" are allowed on the beach.
B) People can't bring their dogs to the beach at all.
C) Deaf and blind dogs are not allowed here.

10)
☆ BUY 3 WHEELS ☆
GET 1 FREE
Installation and
hardware additional
A) Buy three wheels and get one free with installation.
B) Buy three wheels for the price of one.
C) Buy three wheels and get one free without installation.

11)
Child fares are
not available on any of
our routes after 11pm.
Adult fares will be charged at these times.
A) You have to pay adult fares at all times.
B) Children must use an adult ticket after 11pm.
C) Children who look older than 11 years old may be asked to pay adult rate.
12) What is Pete doing?
To: Alice
From: Pete

I have three tickets for tomorrow's night concert but I won't be able to go. If you want them,
come to my house by 4p.m. The concert starts at 7.30.
A) apologizing to Alice for not going to concert.
B) inviting Alice to go to the concert with him.
C) offering Alice concert tickets he has got.

13)
The guests are requested not
to disturb the peace of the
neighbours from 23:00 to 8:00.
—— • ——
A) Guests should try to be quiet at night.
B) Guests creating any noise will be asked to leave.
C) Departing guests must check out by 8:00.

14) George wants Rosie to ____________________

Rosie!
Could you pick up some more
potatoes on your way home and
cook it for dinner? The salad is
in the fridge. I've already had mine.
I'll be back soon. George
A) finish preparing her own dinner.
B) pick him up on her way home.
C) have dinner ready for George soon.
15)
Returnable within five days
of purchase with receipt,
providing item is not damaged.

5)A) The item can only be returned if the customer has the receipt.
B) You can expect to receive a full refund on faulty returned goods.
C) You may return the item at any time, as long as it's undamaged.

What does it say?

Click the correct box A, B or C.
Once opened,
keep in coldest part
of refrigerator and
use within five days.
A) The product can last five days after opening.
B) The product should be stored in a refrigerator immediately.
C) The product doesn't have to be kept cool.

We accept cash,
cheques and all
major credit cards!
—— • ——
A) We prefer you to pay with a credit card or in cash.
B) You must have a credit card and a cheque as well as cash.
C) You may pay with a credit card, cheque or in cash.

To: Maria
From: David

I know you asked me to fix your laptop on Saturday but I completely forgot about a meeting I
have to go to.
terribly sorry.
3) Why is David apologising to Maria?
A) He cannot do the favour he had promised.
B) He hasn't had time to fix her laptop.
C) He won't be able to go to the meeting with her.

° PARKING °
2 hours maximum
£4 per hour
The value of a parking penalty charge notice is £50
A) It costs at least £50 to park here for two hours.
B) There are no parking charges after 2.00pm.
C) You have to pay a fine if you park here for three hours.
☆ KEEP SILENCE! ☆
EXAMS
☆ IN PROGRESS ☆
A) You mustn't speak during the examination.
B) Please respect others and remain quiet during the examination.
C) Do not talk to the teacher.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD - Small parts.

Not for children under 36 months.
Use with adult supervision only.
A) This toy is only suitable for children over three years old.
B) This toy only works with adult supervision.
C) This toy is only for small children.

Hi Penelope,
The hotel is in a fantastic location
- just as you described it.
Thanks for recommending it.
Liked it so much we've already booked for next year! Monika.
A) Monika has stayed in the hotel before.
B) Penelope has already visited the hotel Monika is staying in.
C) Monika and Penelope are planning to go to the hotel together next year.
 The Libraries and their
resources are free to use for Swansea
University students and staff.
What does this notice say about Swansea University students?
A) They don't have to pay to use the library resources.
B) They can use the library resources only if they ask the staff.
C) They don't need to get permission to use the library resources.

USE BEFORE
10 JUL

Store in a cool, dark place.

A) It is best to keep the medicine in the freezer.
B) Keep the medicine away from heat and direct light.
C) You shouldn't take the medicine after 10th January.

° PLEASE DO NOT °
CHAIN BICYCLES
TO THESE RAILINGS
° THANK YOU °
A) Do not ride your bicycle around the corner.
B) These railings may damage your bike's chain.
C) Do not lock your bike up to railings.

Could you tell me your surname?

Would you like me to spell it?
Do you like my family name?
How do I say that?

This plant looks dead.

It's in the garden.
It only needs some water.
It's sleeping.

I hope it doesn't rain.

Of course not.
Will it be wet?
So do I.
Are you going to come inside soon?
For ever.
Not long.
In a minute.

Who gave you this book, Lucy?

I bought it.
For my birthday.
My uncle was.

Shall we go out for pizza tonight?

I know that.
It's very good.
I'm too tired.

Do you mind if I come too?

That's fine!
I'd like to.
I don't know if I can.

There's someone at the door.

Can I help you?
Well, go and answer it then.
He's busy at the moment.

How much butter do I need for this cake?

I'd like one.
I'll use some.
I'm not sure.

How long are you here for?

Since last week.
Ten days ago.
Till tomorrow.
Have you guys had enough to eat?
That's all right.
Is there any more rice?
It's not the right time.

That's my coat over there.

Will you take it off?
No, you haven't!
Here you are.

Let's go by bus.
The train was expensive.
We'll buy a ticket.
It'll take too long.

Do you know my brother Charlie?

Sorry, he's not here.
I don't think I do.
I know.

Would you like some ice in your drink or not?

I hope so.
Yes, I shall.
I don't mind.
Read the text and questions below.
For each question, mark the correct letter A, B, C or D.
JACQUES COUSTEAU: A REMARKABLE MAN
Jacques-Yves Cousteau was an explorer, ecologist, filmmaker, inventor and conservationist.
He was a man, who spent nearly his whole life underwater exploring the hidden depths of the
ocean and who did more to educate the world about the mysteries of the deep sea than any
other scientist before or since. He was born in June, 1910 in the village of Saint-André-de-
Cubzac, in south western France. Jacques was a sickly boy and spent much of his time in bed,
reading books and dreaming about a life at sea. In 1920, Jacques' family moved to New York
and he was encouraged to start swimming to build up his strength. This was the beginning of
his fascination with water and the more he learnt through his own experiences, the more
passionate he became about "looking through nature's keyhole". Nevertheless, his career in
underwater exploration came about by accident. After entering France's naval academy and
travelling around the world, he was involved in an almost fatal car accident that left him
seriously injured with two broken arms. He began swimming in the Mediterranean Sea to
strengthen his arm muscles as part of his recovery process and rediscovered his love of the
ocean. Cousteau developed a pair of underwater breathing apparatus to allow him to stay
underwater for long periods of time. His experiments led to the development of the first
Aqua-Lung which was a great commercial success. During World War II, he worked for the
French Resistance and experimented with underwater photographic equipment. He helped to
get rid of German mines and was awarded the Legion D'HoNneur and the Croix de Guerre
medals for his bravery. In 1942, he filmed his first underwater film Sixty Feet Down. It was
18 minutes long and was entered in the Cannes Film Festival.
1) What is the writer trying to do in the text?
A) teach readers how to make films
B) explain how Jacques-Yves Cousteau has made a lot of money
C) introduce readers to the filmmaker Jacques-Yves Cousteau
D) describe particular films directed by Jacques Cousteau

2) Being a child, Cousteau had ....

A) strong will
B) bright mind
C) heart attacks
D) delicate health

3) In a car accident he ...

A) burnt both of his arm
B) broke his extremities
C) injured his leg
D) hurt his eyes

4) Cousteau developed underwater breathing equipment

A) to extend his underwater investigations
B) to gain fame
C) to achieve commercial success
D) having no certain goals

5) During World War II Cousteau collaborated with ...

A) Polish resistance movement
B) German antifascists
C) American troops
D) underground resistance fighters in France

Read the text below and choose the correct word (A, B, C or D) for each space.
London Parks
London is famous (1) ... its parks and gardens. Some of them belong to the Crown but they
are all open to the public and the entrance is free of charge. In St James's Park you can watch
and (2) ... swans, ducks, geese and other water birds. Hyde Park (3) ... to be a hunting ground
and is still popular with horse riders.
Those who like a good argument should go to the Speakers' Corner to listen to individuals (4)
... their speeches on various subjects. Regent's Park now houses London Zoo and open-air
theatre where Shakespeare's plays are staged in summer. Not (5) ... the parks are in the city
centre. Greenwich and Richmond are located in the suburbs. All these areas of green give the
city dwellers an excellent (6) ... to enjoy some peace and quiet away from traffic and crowded
streets.
1. A) by B) for C) from D) with
2. A) feed B) eat C) breed D) lead
3. A) should B) ought C) used D) have
4. A) doing B) giving C) taking D) talking
5. A) each B) whole C) every D) all
6. A) chance B) knowledge C) account D) source