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Reading (45 minutes)

 

Part 1

For each question, choose the correct answer.

       

HOTEL POOL

NO UNDER 15s WITHOUT AN ADULT

STAFF NOT AVAILABLE TO WATCH SWIMMERS

   

 

   

Part 2

The young people below all want to go to an event at a literature festival. On the opposite page there are descriptions of eight festival events. Decide which event would be the most suitable for the following people.

 

WILTON LITERATURE FESTIVAL- EVENTS FOR YOUNG PEOPLE

A. Sam Jones

Try something different with Sam, writer of the best-selling Dreamscapes series, featuring sisters Louise and Toni. Discover how Sam writes stories set far away in time and space, and get tips if you're a new writer. Enjoy testing your Dreamscape knowledge with the '20 Questions' sheet - you could win a specially-designed poster! Morning or afternoon sessions available.

B. Read it!

This fun event gets the whole family laughing! Come along on Wednesday afternoon for selections of poems and tales from all over the country. We're especially proud to include three new writers who call our town their home, and our appearing at the festival for the first time.

C. Ethan Holmes

Ethan is one of the most exciting writers around. On Thursday morning, he'll read from White Lion, describing his travels in Africa and Asia. Because Ethan's only here for a short while, there won't be discussion afterwards, but you'll take away memories of a special experience.

D. Stella Humphreys

Come and meet Stella, the writer of five very amusing books, which, after her recent success in the International Writer's Competition, are sure to be enjoyed by even more people world-wide. Every day after lunch, she talks about her writing, and she's happy to sign books for you to take away.

E. Friday Talks

Friday afternoon's event sees discussion on some new prize-winning international books. There'll be opportuinities to share thoughts with other teenage writers, and also successful authors who can help and comment on any writing projects you're working on, all in a reaxed, fun atmosphere.

F. Jon Williams

Listen as Jon is interviewed about his bestselling book by local writer Linsday Murray. Jon's novel, set in a world far beyon Earth, is a fascinating, funny story. Jon will explain how he managed to describe in such detail a planet that only existed in his imagination.

G. Alfie Hughes  

We're so excited to include Alfie's sessions on Monday and Wednesday. Her poems are loved by young and old, and she's spending two whole days with us before leaving for her home in the USA. She'll read her own poems, and talk about ways to encourage more people to read poetry.

H. Susan James

Each morning this week, talk to Susan about various areas of writing. She'll explain how she's kept fans entertained with  the popular Adventure series, set in various locations, from rainforests to oceans. Suan's a source of information on getting your writing to larger audiences. There'll be signed copies of her brand-new book, Arctic Adventures, on sale.

Part 3

For each question, choose the correct answer

The teenage chef

Yvonne Jarvis writes about her love of cookery

I fell in love with cooking when I was eleven. Mum and Dad were really into it, but whenever I asked to help them prepare meals, they'd just tell me to set the table! We were friends with the family next door, though, and often went there for dinner. I was always amazed by everyone's excitement when each new dish appeared. I remember thinking that I wanted to make people feel like that too. So when I was fourteen, I signed up for a six-week cookery course during the school holidays. The teacher recommended a book about a well-known cook. Reading it convinced me to become a professional chef.

I decided to create some short cookery films for social media. At that time, there was a fashion for cooking only with things that were good for you. So that's what I did and I'm sure it was that, rather than my skills as a presenter, that made the videos popular. I'm certainly much better in the kitchen than in front of the camera! I updated some traditional dishes slightly, and tried to show people what to do rather than give them loads of instructions.

I gave up making videos after a couple of years and decided to open my own weekend food stall instead. I found somewhere in a popular part of town where I was sure I'd get loads of business. I thought it was better to keep the menu simple to begin with but was too busy getting everything ready to worry about whether everyone would like it or not. My best friend had already agreed to help me out and I knew she'd do a good job.

My stall's recently received an award from a locat newspaper, only given to the best eating places in town. I felt so proud, although having lots of people say good things about us online is a better way of judging how good we really are. I'm earning lots for someone my age, which is great. I hope that not too many people want to do what I do — if they end up being better than me, they might take all my customers!

Part 4

Five sentences have been removed from the text below. For each question, choose the correct answer.

There are three extra sentences which you do not need to use.

Steve Backshall — wildlife expert 

Steve Backshall is known for his TV wildlife series for young people, Deadly 60, as well as a number of other documentaries. Over many years, while making these programmes, he's visited jungles, deserts and oceans around the world, looking at dangerous animals. (16)............... They are on topics such as looking after pets and learning about the environment.

Steve thinks one of the reasons for his success is his childhood. He grew up on a farm, so he was used to being with animals. His parents also enjoyed travelling, and took him to lots of different countries. (17)................ These trips also introduced him to a range of wildlife, and now, he enjoys sharing his love of nature with young people.

Next month, Steve's going on tour, speaking to young people around the country about the natural world and what they can do to protect it. Whenever he's on tour, he meets adults who watched him on TV when they were younger, and developed a love of the natural world because of his influence. (18)................. Steve hopes that this tour will have a similar effect on the next generation of children.

One of the things Steve tells his young audience is that there are always new things to learn about the natural world, even for him (19)................. But he doesn't worry too much about that. Steve accepts it's impossible for him to be an expert on every animal.

After the tour, Steve plans to fly to California to make a TV programme about whales. Because the programme will be shown live on TV, it's essential that Steve and his team find some whales and film their behaviour; otherwise the viewers will-be disappointed. (20)............ But Steve's working with a really experienced team so he's confident that they'll make it a success

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It could be his greatest challenge.

In addition to that, he's also written several successful books.

They convinced Steve to study biology when he was older

As a result, many now work with animals themselves.

After that, he plans to take a holiday!

This meant he had excüing experiences from a young age.

An example of this would be working in a zoo.

In fact, sometimes he doesn't know the answer to their questions.

Part 5

For each question, choose the correct answer.

The benefits of exercise

It's not surprising to hear that exercise is good for you. Doctors have always said that exercise is one of the best ways to (21)............. healthy. But now, experts are saying that young people who aren't active are more likely to develop serious health problems later in life. And being more active appears to reduce the chances of (22)............. your memory as you get older. Of course, exercise doesn't just mean doing sports: cycling or walking to school each morning is (23)............. to be exercise too.

If you get too stressed by your schoolwork, this can have a bad (24)............... on your body. One good way of  (25)............. with this stress is by getting regular exercise. But exercise is also important for the brain. When your heart (26)................. faster, more blood is sent to the brain, which keeps your brain healthy.

Part 6

For each question, write the correct answer.

Write one word for each gap.

My visit to a football stadium

I love football! I play it regularly, and watch my favourite team on television every time they play. In fact, I've supported my team (27).............. I was four years old! Unfortunately, I've never been to one of their matches. This is because I live a long way from the stadium, and tickets are expensive.

However, for my last birthday my uncle took me to my team's famous stadium, and we (28)................ given a guided tour. The guide allowed us (29)................ walk on the pitch and imagine the atmosphere when the stadium is full (30)................. fans. I then realised just (31)................ spectacular the stadium is!

Next we went to the room (32).................. they display all the cups they've won over the years. I took loads of photographs. After the tour, we visited the football museum next door.