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B1ReadingPart 1

Multiple choice (short texts)

For each question, choose the correct answer (A, B or C).

1advertisement

A poster in a supermarket near the entrance

Weekend Special: Fresh pasta meals, 2 for £6. Offer ends Sunday 8 pm. Show this poster at the checkout. Not valid with other discounts. Vegetarian option available.

What is the main message of this text?

2text message

A message from a friend on a phone

Hi! Train was cancelled, so I’ll be 30 minutes late. Please start the meeting without me at 3:00, and I’ll join as soon as I arrive. Sorry!

What is the main message of this text?

3note left for someone

A note on the kitchen table at home

Sam, I’ve gone to the dentist. Your lunch is in the fridge (top shelf). Please feed the cat at 6 and lock the back door when you leave. Thanks, Mum.

What is the main message of this text?

4postcard

A postcard sent from a holiday destination

Hi Rosa, we’re in Edinburgh and it’s colder than I expected, so bring a warm jacket tomorrow. Meet us outside the castle at 11. We’ll have lunch after the tour. Love, Ana.

What is the main message of this text?

5invitation

An email invitation from a colleague

You’re invited to Mark’s leaving lunch on Friday at 1:15 in the staff café. Please reply by Wednesday so we can book a table. Everyone will pay for their own meal.

What is the main message of this text?

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