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

Answer

'Gripping' means it kept the viewer interested.

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

Answer

'Can't stand' expresses strong dislike.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

To encourage quick action

Answer

The urgency aims to make people act fast.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

To express dissatisfaction

Answer

'Complain' shows the writer is unhappy.

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

Answer

'I wish I'd' expresses regret about the past.

B1 Preliminary Practice Test