Preliminary English Test Paper 1 Reading & Writing
This test is intended for students who are preparing to take the PET Cambridge ESOL Examination.
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11. THE SHORT STORY SOCIETY HAS EXISTED FOR OVER A CENTURY.
Explanation
The given statement suggests that the Short Story Society has been in existence for more than a hundred years. This implies that the society has a long history and has been active for a significant period of time. The answer choice A confirms this by stating that the society has existed for over a century.Rate this question:
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12. SHORT STORY REVIEW PUBLISHES WORK ONLY BY INEXPERIENCED WRITERS.
Explanation
The statement suggests that Short Story Review only publishes work by inexperienced writers.Rate this question:
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13. ARTICLES FRON ONE OF THE SOCIETY'S MAGAZINES ARE AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET.
Explanation
The given sentence states that articles from one of the society's magazines are available on the internet. Since the sentence is in present tense and uses the plural form of "articles," it implies that there are multiple articles from the magazine that can be accessed online. Therefore, option A, which states that "some articles" are available on the internet, accurately represents the given information.Rate this question:
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14. WRITERS ENTERING THE NATIONAL SHORT STORY COMPETITION MUST CHOOSE A SUBJECT SUGGESTED BY THE SOCIETY.
Explanation
Option B suggests that writers entering the National Short Story Competition must choose a subject suggested by the society. This means that the society has a say in the selection of subjects for the competition. The statement does not provide any information about any other options or alternatives for choosing a subject, so it can be inferred that option B is the only requirement for entering the competition.Rate this question:
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15. IT COSTS 5 (POUNDS) FOR MEMBERS OF THE SOCIETY TO ENTER THE NATIONAL SHORT STORY COMPETITION.
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16. EACH YEAR, TEN WINNING WRITERS WILL BE OFFERED CONTRACTS TO PUBLISH THEIR OWN BOOKS.
Explanation
The given correct answer is B. This suggests that the statement is a promise or a commitment made by someone that each year, ten winning writers will be given contracts to publish their own books. This implies that there is a specific plan or agreement in place to support and promote these writers.Rate this question:
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17. THE SHORT STORY SOCIETY VISITS SCHOOLS TO GIVE PUPILS HELP WITH WRITING.
Explanation
The given correct answer is A. This suggests that the purpose of the Short Story Society visiting schools is to provide assistance to students in improving their writing skills. The society aims to support pupils by offering guidance and support in their writing endeavors.Rate this question:
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18. SOCIETY MEMBERS CAN ATTEND REGULAR EVENTS AT THE WRITERS' CAFE.
Explanation
The statement states that society members can attend regular events at the Writers' Cafe. This implies that the cafe holds events specifically for society members, allowing them exclusive access to these events.Rate this question:
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19. THE WRITERS' CAFE IS SITUATED JUST OUTSIDE LONDON.
Explanation
The given answer B is correct because it states that the Writers' Cafe is situated just outside London. This implies that the cafe is located in a location near or in the outskirts of London, rather than being in the city center itself.Rate this question:
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20. CHILDREN FROM ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD ARE ABLE TO BECOME MEMBERS OF THE SOCIETY.
Explanation
Option B is the correct answer because it states that children from anywhere in the world can become members of the society. This implies that there are no geographical restrictions or limitations on who can join the society. It suggests that the society is open and inclusive, welcoming children from all backgrounds and locations to become members.Rate this question:
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Noticed
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Realised
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Caught
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Found
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D. Found -
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Single
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One
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Only
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Special
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C. Only -
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Environment
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Scene
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Situation
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Background
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A. Environment -
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Depend
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Build
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Turn
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Hang
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A. Depend -
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Repeats
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Recovers
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Reduces
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Remains
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A. Repeats -
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Hurt
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Broken
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Injured
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Damaged
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D. Damaged -
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Beside
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Behind
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Below
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Beyond
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C. Below -
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Why
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Where
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What
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When
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A. Why -
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Fast
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Soon
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Quickly
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Often
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B. Soon -
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Available
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Present
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Free
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Complete
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A. Available -
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Are you - 37.
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permitted
permited
allowed
able
authorised - 38.
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wear
wear your
be wearing
be wearing your - 39.
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mre popular - 40.
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big
large enough - 41.
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