KET Reading: Understanding Notices 5

Question 1

A sign on a vending machine reads: 'EXACT CHANGE ONLY — No change given.' What should a buyer check before using this machine?

Accepted Answer

That they have the correct coins or notes

Answer

Exact change only means the machine won't return any money, so you must have the right amount ready.

Question 2

A notice in a hostel common room says: 'QUIET HOURS: 10 p.m. to 8 a.m.' What does this mean for guests at midnight?

Accepted Answer

Guests must keep noise to a minimum at midnight

Answer

Midnight falls within quiet hours (10 p.m.–8 a.m.), so guests must be quiet at that time.

Question 3

A sign at a pedestrian crossing reads: 'PRESS BUTTON AND WAIT.' What is the correct way to use this crossing?

Accepted Answer

Press the button, then wait for the signal before crossing

Answer

The notice instructs pedestrians to press the button and wait for the walk signal before crossing.

Question 4

A notice on a park bench says: 'WET PAINT — Do not touch.' A child wants to sit on the bench. What should the child do?

Accepted Answer

Find a different place to sit

Answer

The notice warns that the paint is wet, so the child should avoid the bench entirely and find another seat.

Question 5

A sign at a library exit reads: 'ALARM WILL SOUND if books are not checked out.' What triggers the alarm?

Accepted Answer

Leaving the library with books that have not been checked out

Answer

The alarm activates when someone tries to take books without going through the checkout process.

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