B1 Reading 3

Question 1

Advert: 'Buy one, get one half price on all jackets this weekend only.' When does the offer apply?

Accepted Answer

This weekend

Answer

The phrase 'this weekend only' limits the offer.

Question 2

Choose the correct meaning: 'The instructions were clear, so the task was straightforward.' 'Straightforward' means ___.

Accepted Answer

easy

Answer

'Straightforward' means simple or easy.

Question 3

Notice in a train: 'Priority seats for passengers who are elderly, disabled or pregnant.' Who should NOT use these seats first?

Accepted Answer

A fit young adult

Answer

The seats are reserved for elderly, disabled or pregnant passengers.

Question 4

Postcard: 'Weather's been awful, but the food makes up for it!' How does the writer feel about the food?

Accepted Answer

Positive

Answer

'Makes up for it' shows the food is a positive point.

Question 5

Sign: 'Wet paint — do not touch.' What is the warning about?

Accepted Answer

The paint is not yet dry

Answer

'Wet paint' means the paint has not dried.

B1 Preliminary Practice Test