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WorksheetsC1 Reading - CAE
Total questions: 25
Worksheet time: 20mins
Use this machine when the bar is closed.
Drinks cannot be ordered at the bar.
There is a drinks machine in the bar.
This machine is not working at the moment.
This room cannot be used at present.
This door must always be kept locked.
Keep the key to this door in the room
Lock the room when it is not being used.
Make sure you take all your books with you.
Return your books before you leave the library.
The librarian needs to see your books before you go.
The librarian will show you where to put your books.
Supersaver tickets can be used every day except Fridays.
You need a special ticket to travel on a Friday.
You can save money by travelling on a Friday.
Supersaver tickets cannot be bought before the weekend.
Permission is needed to park here.
Only use this entrance in an emergency.
Always keep this door open.
Do not park in front of this entrance.
Every student has a key to the main door.
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You can borrow your friend's main door card.
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Insurance companies will pay if someone steals your card and takes things from your room.
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Spare rooms are least likely to be available in summer.
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Your brother can stay free of charge if he uses the other bed in your room.
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Guests must report to Stan when they arrive.
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The cleaners take away food that they find in bedrooms.
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If you cook late at night, you should leave the washing-up until the morning.
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Students who play loud music may have to leave the hostel.
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You should ask Stan to call a doctor if you are ill.
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MARIA MARIA
She conquered the world of opera with the most extraordinary voice of the century -- and died miserable and alone. Michael Tonner looks at Maria Callas, the woman behind the opera singer.
BUSINESS IN PARIS
John Philbrick goes to Paris to see what facilities it offers for business people planning meetings.
Sarah
Jane
Peter
Paul
Mary
HERE AND THERE
Our guide to what is happening in London, and this month we'll also tell you what's on in Paris, Rome, and Madrid.
EXPLORE AFRICA
Last year Jane Merton joined a trip across Africa, exploring the most cut-of parts of the continent. Read what she has to say.
Sarah
Jane
Peter
Paul
Mary
READ about NEIL ASHDOWN's recent walk along one of Britain's oldest paths. It passes through some of the most beautiful hill country.
ENTER our competition and win a week for two in THAILAND.
Sarah
Jane
Peter
Paul
Mary
IN THE FREEZER
We talk to the two men who have just completed a walk across the Antartic.
TIGHTEN THAT BELT
Well-known fashion designer, Virginia McBride, who now lives in Paris, tells us how to make our old clothes look fashionable.
Sarah
Jane
Peter
Paul
Mary
MY INTERVIEW WITH PAVAROTTI
David Beech talks to the famous singer about his future tour to the Far East.
NEW LIGHT
Julian Smith talks to the granddaughter of one of the men who reached the North Pole for the first time in 1909. She tells us about his interesting life.
Sarah
Jane
Peter
Paul
Mary
What is the writer's main aim in the letter?
to show why her business is successful
to explain why her customers are feeling unhappy
to avoid problems for her business
to complain about the chemist downstairs
Who was the letter sent to?
the writer's landlord
the writer's bank manager
the owner of the burger bar
the local newspaper
What does the writer think about the burger bar?
It will make her lose money.
It will not be successful.
The High Street is not the place for it.
Other shopkeepers will complain about it too.
Why is the writer worried about her customers?
They do not like eating burgers.
They may not be allowed to use the stairs,
The smells will not be pleasant.
The hairdresser's will get too crowded
Which of the following is part of a reply to the letter?
Thank you for your letter. I am sorry your shop had to close down because of a lack of business.
Thank you for your letter. I understand your problem. I will ask them to look at the other shop but I can make no promises at the moment.
Thank you for your letter asking me to rent the ground floor shop to you. I will think about it and let you know.
Thank you for your letter. I am sorry that I am not able to lend you the money you ask for.
