KET - Key English Reading: Understanding Notices Questions and Answers

Question 1

NOTICE

LIBRARY - QUIET ZONE
Please switch all mobile phones to silent.
No talking above a whisper.
Thank you for your cooperation.

Accepted Answer

You should not talk loudly in this area.

Answer

You must turn off your phone in the library.

Answer

You cannot bring your phone into the library.

Answer

You can only whisper to the librarians.

Question 2

MESSAGE

Hi Alex,

I'm going to be late for the film tonight. Can you buy my ticket when you get yours? I'll give you the money when I arrive.

Thanks,
Sam

Accepted Answer

Sam wants Alex to pay for his ticket and will pay him back.

Answer

Sam is asking Alex to wait for him outside the cinema.

Answer

Sam has forgotten his money and needs to borrow some.

Answer

Sam cannot go to the film and wants Alex to sell his ticket.

Question 3

EMAIL

To: All Students
From: Mr. Harris
Subject: School Trip

The bus for the museum trip will now leave at 8:30 AM tomorrow, not 9:00 AM. Please arrive at the school gate by 8:15 AM. Don't be late!

Accepted Answer

Students need to arrive earlier for the trip than they thought.

Answer

The school trip to the museum has been cancelled.

Answer

Students should go straight to the museum tomorrow.

Answer

The bus will leave later than first planned.

Question 4

NOTICE ON A SHOP DOOR

OPENING HOURS
Mon-Fri: 9am - 5pm
Sat: 10am - 4pm
Sun: CLOSED

We will be closed next Monday for a public holiday.

Accepted Answer

The shop will not be open next Monday.

Answer

The shop is usually closed on Mondays.

Answer

The shop will be open for a shorter time next Monday.

Answer

The shop is always open on Saturdays.

Question 5

NOTE

For Sale: Guitar with case. Almost new, only used a few times. Perfect for a beginner. Call Mark on 07700 900123 after 6 pm.

Accepted Answer

This guitar would be good for someone starting to play.

Answer

You must email if you want to buy this guitar.

Answer

The guitar is quite old but in good condition.

Answer

You can call Mark about the guitar in the morning.

Question 6

CAFE SIGN

Today's Special Offer
Buy any large coffee and get a free croissant!
(Offer available until 11 am only)

Accepted Answer

You must buy a large coffee in the morning to get a free croissant.

Answer

You can get a free coffee with a croissant.

Answer

This offer is only for small coffees.

Answer

You can get a cheap croissant if you buy a coffee.

NOTICELIBRARY - QUIET ZONEPlease switch all mobile phones to silent.No talking above a whisper.Thank you for your cooperation.