A2 English - Reading Comprehension Part One

A2 English - Reading Comprehension

Read and answer the questions Task 1

WELCOME TO CYBERSPACE!

Travel around the magnificent world of the Internet with COMEWITHUS.COM. The Internet: a world of information, entertainment and communication. Are you on-line? If not, think about what you’re missing. You could get the latest news as it appears on TV: you could take part in discussions about things that interest you with people from around the world; you could make new friends who share your ideas and hobbies; you could send messages to your friends abroad – they will reach them immediately, and at a minimum cost; you could go shopping for anything, anywhere in the world, and pay much less than you would in a shop.

All you need to do is call us FREE on 0800-600-600, and we will take care of everything! Everything you need will come to your house in 24 hours, and you will be ready to start surfing the net! And, with COMEWITHUS.COM, going on the Internet will cost you very little. For £25 a month, you can have your own Internet connection, and your own e-mail address. So call us now, on 0800-600-600, and start exploring the wonderful world of the Internet!

Multiple Choice

“COMEWITHUS.COM” sell

• TV's

• Telephones

• Internet connections

Multiple Choice

According to the advertisement, with “COMEWITHUS.COM” you can

• make new friends

• travel abroad

• appear on TV

Multiple Choice

If you want to connect to the Internet with “COMEWITHUS.COM” you have to

• send them a message

• call them

• take part in a discussion

Multiple Choice

Calling “COMEWITHUS.COM” on the phone will cost you

• a fortune

• very little

• nothing

Multiple Choice

What do “COMEWITHUS.COM” give you for £25 per month?

• a computer

• an internet connection

• a free telephone

Read the article and mark the sentences below: "True" or "False"

Task 2

Hello, People of Thailand!

Whatever country we come from, whatever colour our skin is, we all have one thing in common: we are all people of the world. Thailand is a beautiful country with a rich culture, just south of China. People call it the jewel of south-east Asia for a good reason. Its tropical climate, white sandy beaches and ancient temples make it a perfect holiday destination. What makes it really special, though, is its people.

Thai people are good-looking. They are short with delicate features. They have got black hair, dark eyes and light brown skin. The Thais are friendly people who are well known for being generous and kind. "We are happy people who have strong wills and are especially proud of our history,“ says Kasem from Bangkok. Most people in Thailand live in villages. A typical Thai village consists of wooden houses, a school and a Buddhist temple. Most of the people in the villages are farmers and fishermen. The men usually work in the fields or catch fish in the rivers, and the women plant the crops.

Family life is very important in Thailand, and families often eat together. Thai food is very spicy and includes curries, fish, seafood, soups and noodles. "We eat rice with our meals and use a lot of strong spices in our cooking,“ explains Kasem. Thai people love to enjoy themselves. Popular free-time activities include Thai boxing and watching traditional dance shows. Thais also celebrate many festivals throughout the year. "My favourite holiday is Surin, in November, when we always have elephant football matches,“ says Kasem. Thailand is a wonderful country. Its fascinating sights, rich cultural history and warm-hearted people make it unique.

Multiple Choice

Many people go fishing and work in fields.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Thai people eat lots of rice and spices.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

Thai people like eating alone.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

People of Thailand are very kind.

• True

• False

Multiple Choice

There are elephant football matches during Surin.

• True

• False