B1 English B1 Reading Comprehension 2

Question 1

Read the advertisement: 'Experienced plumber available for all jobs, large and small. No call-out fee. Free quotes. Call Mike on 07700 900123.' What does Mike offer for free?

Accepted Answer

Quotes

Answer

The advertisement says Mike provides free quotes. The 'no call-out fee' means he does not charge to visit, but the question asks what he explicitly offers for free.

Question 2

Read the text: 'Children under 5 travel free on all bus routes. Children aged 5 to 15 pay half price. Adults pay the full fare.' How much does a 10-year-old pay?

Accepted Answer

Half the adult fare

Answer

Children aged 5 to 15 pay half price. A 10-year-old falls in this age group.

Question 3

Read the letter: 'We are pleased to offer you a position as a customer service assistant starting on 1 March. Please confirm your acceptance by 15 February.' By when must you confirm?

Accepted Answer

By 15 February

Answer

The letter says the candidate must confirm their acceptance by 15 February.

Question 4

Read the notice: 'This car park is for customers only. Maximum stay 2 hours. CCTV in operation.' How long can a customer park here?

Accepted Answer

Up to 2 hours

Answer

The notice states the maximum stay is 2 hours.

Question 5

Read the text: 'Tom is very busy at work this week because his colleague is off sick. He has to answer all the phones himself and attend two extra meetings.' Why is Tom busy?

Accepted Answer

His colleague is ill and he is covering extra work

Answer

The text explains Tom is busy because his colleague is off sick and he is covering their responsibilities.

B1 English Practice Test

B1 English Practice Test

B1 English B1 Reading Comprehension 2