KET Reading: Understanding Notices 2

Question 1

A notice on a gym door says: 'MEMBERS ONLY — Please show your card at reception before entering.' What should a visitor without a membership card do?

Accepted Answer

Go to reception first

Answer

The notice says non-members must go to reception, so visitors should check in there first.

Question 2

A sign at a swimming pool reads: 'NO DIVING — Shallow end.' What does this notice tell swimmers?

Accepted Answer

It is dangerous to dive in that area

Answer

Shallow water makes diving dangerous, so the notice warns swimmers not to dive there.

Question 3

A notice in a hotel lift says: 'Maximum capacity: 8 persons or 630 kg.' What does this mean?

Accepted Answer

No more than 8 people or 630 kg should use the lift at once

Answer

Capacity notices tell you the maximum number of people or weight allowed at one time.

Question 4

A sign outside a restaurant says: 'FULLY BOOKED this Saturday.' What can you conclude?

Accepted Answer

There are no available tables for that Saturday

Answer

'Fully booked' means all reservations are taken, so no more tables are available.

Question 5

A notice on a library computer says: 'Sessions limited to 30 minutes when others are waiting.' When does the time limit apply?

Accepted Answer

Only when other people want to use the computer

Answer

The notice says the 30-minute limit applies specifically when other users are waiting.

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