B1 Reading Skills 3

Question 1

A review says a film was 'gripping from start to finish.' What does the writer mean?

Accepted Answer

It held attention the whole time

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It was boring throughout

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It was too long

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It was hard to understand

Question 2

In a text, 'I can't stand waiting in queues' shows the writer's feeling. What is it?

Accepted Answer

They dislike queues strongly

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They enjoy queues

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They don't mind queues

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They never queue

Question 3

An advert says: 'Hurry — offer ends soon!' What is the writer's purpose?

Accepted Answer

To encourage quick action

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To warn of danger

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To apologise

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To give directions

Question 4

A letter says: 'I'm writing to complain about my recent order.' Why is the person writing?

Accepted Answer

To express dissatisfaction

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To thank the company

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To ask a question

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To place a new order

Question 5

A blog reads: 'Looking back, I wish I'd travelled more when I was young.' What does the writer feel?

Accepted Answer

Regret

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Pride

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Excitement

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Anger

Question 6

A message says: 'Thanks so much for your help — it meant a lot.' What is the tone?

Accepted Answer

Grateful

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Annoyed

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Worried

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Surprised

Question 7

A note reads: 'It might rain later, so take an umbrella just in case.' What is the advice?

Accepted Answer

Bring an umbrella as a precaution

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Stay at home

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Cancel the trip

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Wait for the rain to stop