PET Examination Test

English Reading Comprehension Exam (PET Level)

Part 1
Look at the text in each question. What does it say? Choose the letter which has the correct explanation A, B or C. Answer in your answer sheet.

1	A	Visitors can help feed the monkeys at 9.00 a.m.
	B	Visitors should never try to feed the monkeys before 9.00 a. m.
	C	Visitors can see how the monkeys are fed at 9.00 a.m.
2	A	When you buy two large cakes, we charge you for only one of them.
	B	If you pay two large cakes, we give you a small one as a present.
	C	We give you a small free cake with every large cake you buy.
3	A	Alan must phone Janet to find out more about his appointment.
	B	Alan needs to call his dentist if he can't make the new appointment.
	C	Alan's dentist wants to change the date of his appointment.
4	A
	A	You can pay less for a haircut with this advert.
	B	You can have a haircut every day but not on Saturday.
	C	You can get a cheaper haircut only on the opening day.
5	A	George has to telephone his boss.
	B	Pam wants to meet George soon.
	C	George should see some customers today.

Part 2

Read the texts below then decide which place is the most suitable for the people. Mark A - H in your answer sheet.

6		Simon hasn’t got a car and he wants a day out in an area of natural beauty. He would like to see wild animals and does not approve of keeping them in cages.
7		Alice is a student and wants to combine a walk in the open air with a visit to an art exhibition. She also wants to buy a present for a friend.
8		David is a biology teacher. He is going back home on Monday afternoon but has time in the morning. He also wants to get something that he may use in class with his students.
9		Marcia is a student and wants to learn more about the effects of climate changes on planet earth. She would like to attend an interesting talk about this.
10		Jon wants an activity for Saturday. He is interested in how artists work. He wants to see them at work rather than just see the finished products. He also wants to buy something for his house.

A	The World of Glass Admire the skills of our glass makers and watch them while they turn liquid glass into beautiful objects. The colors and shapes of their pieces are inspired by local landscape and wildlife. After your visit, buy a unique vase for your home. Open weekend only, 9:00 to 5:00.
B	South Lake Conservation Park See animals from all over the world living free in open fields and learn how we protect them when their environment is damaged by human beings. You will need a day to see everything, so bring lunch and use our picnic areas set in wonderful surroundings. Easy access by public transport.
C	The Mountain Exhibition This exhibition tells the story of mountain before, during and after the Ice Age and how the wildlife on them adapted to survive. There are audio-visual shows and lectures by experts one hour before closing time everyday. Open every afternoon from 1:00 – 7:00.
D	Sculpture Garden Come and see some of the most beautiful sculptures in the world. We have works by Henry Moore and many other famous sculptures from Africa, Europe and South America. The sculptures, which are not for sale, are set in a lovely garden among local species of trees and wild flowers. We have a large and free car park.
E	Lancaster Castle and Gardens Built in the 13th century, the Castle has a valuable collections of paintings, books and furniture on display. Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to tour the gardens, with ancient trees which are home to varied bird life. In our Visitor Shop you can get great gifts for all tastes.
F	Sandow Zoo Sandow Zoo, in the heart of the city, is open every day except Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. You are invited to share the excitement of zoo life and watch the keepers feeding the lions and tigers! Please see our website for details of special talks for school children.
G	Waterworld Center 1.4 million liters of sea water with a viewing window and an underwater gallery to make you feel you are at the bottom of the ocean. See amazing marine creatures and sea plants, and buy an informative video on your way out. Visits every day 9 – 11 a.m. or 4 – 6 p.m. Close to the bus station.
H	The Railway Museum Imagine yourself back in time, travelling through lovely countryside in a train. At the Railway Museum you can experience the sights, sounds and even the smell of the trains of the nineteenth century. This in an unforgettable day for the whole family. Open at weekends all year round.

Part 3
Read the sentences below about a singing group. Then read the text to decide if each sentence is correct or incorrect. If the sentence is correct, mark A. If it is incorrect, mark B.

11.-	City Voiceworks has had the same number of members for many years.

12.-	If you want to become a member of City Voiceworks, you have to pass a test.

13.-	When you first become a member, you are expected to attend all the practice sessions.

14.-	You can join the City Voiceworks in the first days of September or whenever you want.

15.-	On 27 March, members Hill have the opportunity to create their own piece of music.

16.-	It may be possible to visit other countries with the singing group.

17.-	The open-air concert will include favorite songs and songs we are not so familiar with.

18.-	If you want to pay £68 a year, you have to show a document that says that you are a student.

19.-	Every one must pay a £12 music fee except members who own copies of the sheet music.

20.-	You are advised to go to the City Voiceworks website rather than phone their secretary.

Part 4

Read the text and the questions below. For each question choose the correct answer A, B, C or D.

•21.- What is Jim Benson’s main purpose in writing this text?

A to suggest how children can be taught music.

B to describe his life as a successful musician.

C to explain how he became a musician.

D to complain about his lack of musical training.

•22.- When Jim Benson started making music on the piano, his parents…

A seemed happy to let him play it.

B said the piano might get damaged.

C saw the need for a piano teacher.

D wanted him to play his own songs.

•23.- What does Jim Benson say about the songs he wrote as teenager?

A They were not well-known.

B They took a long time to write.

C They were not very original.

D They showed his personal style.

•24.- Jim Benson took a job in advertising because

A his parents suggested it was a good career for him.

B he thought he might not earn enough as a musician.

C he had learnt about advertising jobs at school.

D it offered him the opportunity to change his life.

•25.- Which advice would Jim Benson give talented young people?

A You need somebody in your family to guide you when you start.

B It’s OK to copy other people’s songs when you are learning.

C It is not a good idea to write songs when you are very young.
D If you want to be successful you must have good music teachers.

Part 5

Read the text below and choose the correct word for each space. For each question, choose the correct letter A, B, C, or D.

Example

partner

member

part

person

26	A	appear	B	attend	C	visit	D	go
27	A	charged	B	paid	C	owed	D	fined
28	A	ages	B	years	C	times	D	dates
29	A	None	B	Nothing	C	No	D	Any
30	A	ought	B	need	C	must	D	have
31	A	train	B	turn	C	work	D	become
32	A	heard	B	told	C	informed	D	listened
33	A	means	B	makes	C	does	D	gets
34	A	if	B	though	C	unless	D	even
35	A	lose	B	lack	C	leave	D	miss